Nova Scotia Government Updates 2026-27 Budget

Nova Scotia’s PC government will reinstate $53.6 million in grants and funding for the 2026-27 fiscal year, restoring support for programs that assist seniors, people with disabilities and education initiatives serving African Nova Scotian and Indigenous communities.

Premier Tim Houston said the decision follows feedback from Nova Scotians who made it clear how important these supports are to communities across the province.

“Nova Scotians have spoken. We listened, and we are reinstating supports to disabilities programming, seniors programming and African Nova Scotian and Indigenous students. These are grants that help people meet their basic daily needs,” said Premier Houston.

The reinstated funding includes $21.4 million in grants aimed at supporting seniors and people with disabilities, while also helping African Nova Scotians and Indigenous people access educational opportunities.

In addition, $10 million will be restored for organizations that provide direct support and services to those communities.

The province is also re-establishing $22.2 million in funding for community programs, ensuring continued support for initiatives serving seniors, disability groups, and African Nova Scotian and Indigenous communities.

While the government is restoring these programs, Premier Houston noted that the province continues to balance priorities within its current fiscal situation.

“We wish we could do more,” he said. “We will continue to look for opportunities to support all Nova Scotians as our fiscal picture improves.”

Together, these investments aim to strengthen programs that help many Nova Scotians meet their daily needs and access opportunities in their communities.