Scotia

Nova Scotia Lawyer’s Courtroom Outburst Resulting in Suspension Upheld by Appeal Court

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HALIFAX, Nova Scotia — A local lawyer has faced the loss of his legal practice credentials following a tumultuous incident in a courtroom earlier this year, which escalated to the point where law enforcement had to intervene physically. The event led to an appeal which has recently been dismissed, solidifying the lawyer’s suspension. Donn Fraser, an attorney based in Pictou County, came under scrutiny after a February 1 incident at the Nova Scotia Supreme Court in Pictou during which his conduct resulted in a chaotic scene. Following an extensive review, a three-member panel of the … Read more

A Journey of Change: Leaving Newfoundland for Work and Embracing a New Home in Nova Scotia

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Halifax, Canada – Leaving Newfoundland for work is a decision that many have made throughout the island’s history. Lindsey Harrington, a Nova Scotian with roots in Newfoundland, shares her personal journey of being laid off and having to leave Newfoundland for employment opportunities. In her article for CBC First Person, Harrington reflects on her previous judgment towards those who chose to leave the island and how she eventually found herself in the same situation. Harrington had always dreamed of moving back to the Burin Peninsula in Newfoundland, where she grew up. She envisioned a picturesque … Read more