CRFA's Nova Scotia Lobbyist
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Luc Erjavec Vice President, Atlantic Canada T: 1-877-755-1938 E: luc@crfa.ca |
Industry Issues
Nova Scotia
NOVA SCOTIA | Photo Gallery
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Premier Dexter named “honorary chef” by restaurant associationPremier Darrell Dexter tours ApEx with CRFA’s Chairman Gerard Curran (far left), Atlantic VP Luc Erjavec (second left), CEO Garth Whyte (right) and Director Chris Tzaneteas (far right). |
Groupex expands to offer volume pricing to Atlantic Canada restaurateurs
Canada’s largest buying group for independent foodservice operators is coming to Atlantic Canada.
CRFA recognized by Nova Scotia Legislature
NOVA SCOTIA | Articles by Date
2012
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Nova Scotia’s minimum wage to rise April 1 (Jan. 30/12)
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A simpler liquor licence process in Nova Scotia (Jan. 30/12)
2011
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Letter: Final plea to scrap Nova Scotia’s anti-business legislation [PDF] (Dec. 8/11)
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CRFA to ask Nova Scotia government to scrap anti-business bill (Nov. 28/11)
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Nova Scotia ignores CRFA concerns, introduces anti-business legislation (Nov. 18/11)
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CRFA opposes union-friendly legislation in Nova Scotia (Sep. 30/11)
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Nova Scotia proposes new regulations for TFWs (May 19/11)
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Changes to N.S. Liquor Act reduce red tape and save tax dollars (May 10/11)
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Another minimum wage hike hinders job growth in Nova Scotia (May 10/11)
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N.S. Liquor Act changes reduce red tape, save operators time and money (May 6/11)
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Nova Scotia seeks feedback on proposed minimum wage increase (Mar. 25/11)
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CRFA stops proposed changes to Halifax’s solid waste rules (Mar. 21/11)
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Letter: Concern over changes to Halifax’s waste bylaws (Mar. 09/11)
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Letters: Party leaders commend CRFA on Bill 100 (Jan. 6/11)
2010
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CRFA incites changes to union-friendly labour legislation (Dec. 14/10)
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CRFA continues to fight Bill that increases union power (Dec. 09/10)
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CRFA opposes payroll tax increases with CPP changes: Nova Scotia (Dec. 7/10)
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CRFA urges consultation before changing Nova Scotia labour laws (Nov. 26/10)
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CRFA fights fat tax idea in Nova Scotia (Nov. 26/10)
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CRFA joins security committee in Nova Scotia (Oct. 28/10)
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Nova Scotia simplifies licensee approval process (Jul. 27/10)
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Nova Scotia toolkit helps operators cope with HST hike (Jun. 30/10)
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Have your say – Help foodservice employees quit smoking (Jun. 30/10)
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CRFA action softens the proposed tax increase in Halifax (May 28/10)
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Restaurateurs say proposed Halifax budget is wrong recipe for economic growth (May 21/10)
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HST takes a hike in Nova Scotia (Apr. 29/10)
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Gift card regulations introduced in Nova Scotia (Feb. 16/10)
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CRFA supports ferry service in Nova Scotia (Feb. 16/10)
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Restaurateurs say HST increase is the wrong recipe for economic growth (Feb. 8/10)
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Restaurateurs brace for $31-million jump in wage costs (Jan. 22/10)
2009
2008
NOVA SCOTIA | Articles by Topic
NOVA SCOTIA | Environment
2011
2009
NOVA SCOTIA | Ferry Service
2010
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CRFA supports ferry service in Nova Scotia (Feb. 16/10)
NOVA SCOTIA | Food and Beverage
Food Safety Training
CRFA developed the National Food Safety Training Program (NFSTP) to offer top quality, affordable and accessible training in food safety. The program is available across Canada through a network of qualified trainers.
Chain restaurants provide detailed nutrition information through this voluntary CRFA program.
CRFA Nutrition Guides
- How to Reduce Sodium in Menu Items (PDF)
- Nutrition Information for Foods Sold in Restaurants and Foodservice Establishments (PDF)
- How to Reduce or Eliminate Trans Fats in Menu Items (PDF)
Food Safety
From boil-water advisories to power outages, CRFA offers information to help you run a safe foodservice business.
Read more at our online resource centre, RestaurantCentral.ca >
Restaurant Inspections
For information and links to government offices, visit CRFA's online resource centre, RestaurantCentral.ca >
Liquor Regulations
For information about liquor licensing and server training across Canada, visit CRFA's online resource centre, RestaurantCentral.ca >
2010
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CRFA fights fat tax idea in Nova Scotia (Nov. 26/10)
2008
NOVA SCOTIA | Gift Cards
2010
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Gift card regulations introduced in Nova Scotia (Feb. 16/10)
NOVA SCOTIA | Labour
Online Job Postings
CRFA members save 47% on job postings with Hcareers.
Visit the Hcareers Restaurant Job Board to start saving today >>
CRFA’s Labour Shortage Toolkit
Tools and information to help you attract and retain employees.
Special Report
CRFA is a supporter of LabourWatch.com, an online service that advances employee rights in labour relations. LabourWatch.com provides resources on unionization, to help your employees make informed choices.
Minimum Wage Rates
Visit CRFA's online resource centre, RestaurantCentral.ca for wage rates by province >
Workers' Compensation
For government contacts visit CRFA's online resource centre, RestaurantCentral.ca >
Employment / Labour Standards
Visit CRFA's online resource centre, RestaurantCentral.ca, for information and government links
2012
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Nova Scotia’s minimum wage to rise April 1 (Jan. 30/12)
2011
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Letter: Final plea to scrap Nova Scotia’s anti-business legislation [PDF] (Dec. 8/11)
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CRFA to ask Nova Scotia government to scrap anti-business bill (Nov. 28/11)
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Nova Scotia ignores CRFA concerns, introduces anti-business legislation (Nov. 18/11)
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CRFA opposes union-friendly legislation in Nova Scotia (Sep. 30/11)
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Nova Scotia proposes new regulations for TFWs (May 19/11)
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Another minimum wage hike hinders job growth in Nova Scotia (May 10/11)
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Nova Scotia seeks feedback on proposed minimum wage increase (Mar. 25/11)
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Letters: Party leaders commend CRFA on Bill 100 (Jan. 6/11)
2010
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CRFA incites changes to union-friendly labour legislation (Dec. 14/10)
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CRFA continues to fight Bill that increases union power (Dec. 09/10)
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CRFA urges consultation before changing Nova Scotia labour laws (Nov. 26/10)
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CRFA joins security committee in Nova Scotia (Oct. 28/10)
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Have your say – Help foodservice employees quit smoking (Jun. 30/10)
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Two raises too many: Nova Scotia’s minimum wage in 2010
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Restaurateurs brace for $31-million jump in wage costs (Jan. 22/10)
2009
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Speak out: Nova Scotia minimum wage review (Feb. 10/09)
2008
NOVA SCOTIA | Licensee Issues
BAC Charts
Click here (PDF) to access MADD Canada’s BAC charts to educate staff and inform and reassure customers that they can still drink responsibly at restaurants across the province.
Click here (PDF) to access MADD Canada’s BAC charts to educate staff and inform and reassure customers that they can still drink responsibly at restaurants across the province.
2012
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A simpler liquor licence process in Nova Scotia (Jan. 30/12)
2011
2010
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Nova Scotia simplifies licensee approval process (Jul. 27/10)
2008
NOVA SCOTIA | Operating Costs
Minimum Wage Rates
Visit CRFA's online resource centre, RestaurantCentral.ca for wage rates by province >
Workers' Compensation
For government contacts visit CRFA's online resource centre, RestaurantCentral.ca >
Visit CRFA's online resource centre, RestaurantCentral.ca for wage rates by province >
Workers' Compensation
For government contacts visit CRFA's online resource centre, RestaurantCentral.ca >
2012
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Nova Scotia’s minimum wage to rise April 1 (Jan. 30/12)
2011
2010
2009
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Speak out: Nova Scotia minimum wage review (Feb. 10/09)
2008
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Nova Scotia minimum wage to rise May 1 (Mar. 28/08)
NOVA SCOTIA | Taxes
Tax Questions?
For information on sales taxes, taxes on tips, and other regulations, visit CRFA's online resource centre, RestaurantCentral.ca >
2010
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CRFA opposes payroll tax increases with CPP changes: Nova Scotia (Dec. 7/10)
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Nova Scotia toolkit helps operators cope with HST hike (Jun. 30/10)
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CRFA action softens the proposed tax increase in Halifax (May 28/10)
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Restaurateurs say proposed Halifax budget is wrong recipe for economic growth (May 21/10)
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HST takes a hike in Nova Scotia (Apr. 29/10)
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Restaurateurs say HST increase is the wrong recipe for economic growth (Feb. 8/10)
2008
NOVA SCOTIA | Provincial Budget
2010
NOVA SCOTIA | Provincial Election
2009
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CRFA ready to work with new Nova Scotia government (Jun. 15/09)
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Nova Scotia election: June 9, 2009 (May 5/09)