Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston's office has criticized a Toronto professor for making "slanted comments" about a proposed artificial intelligence data centre in Cape Breton.

Sibo Chen, an associate professor of communication at Toronto Metropolitan University who researches the discourse around AI data centres, said in an interview with CBC News last week that public concern over the proposed facility in Point Tupper, N.S., is valid.

Two days later, a communications adviser in the premier's office sent him an email that called his remarks "irresponsible" and "uninformed."

The fill-in host just announced this at the end of today's show.

I want to give a shout out to the 5 people who immediately jumped up to help the elderly man who slid from his seat as we were traveling up Cogswell to Gottingen.

As soon as he fell, three woman near him and two men from the back, went to his aid. Picking up his walker, collecting his items, and carefully helping him back in his seat.

The bus driver pulled over as soon as it was safe to do so and made sure he was okay, asking if he needed medical attention. He politely declined.

After the other 4 went back to their seats, and the driver pulled back onto the street, one of the men stayed near the front. Eventually, he moved to stand beside the man, positioning his body so that if the man started sliding again, he could prevent it.

You all made my day! Seeing everyone, without speaking, jump in to help and take care of a vulnerable person made my heart glow. Thank you for being kind!

Hi, I have been putting off my taxes for too long and I need help finding someone to help me file mine and my husbands taxes together (if that makes sense) he works from home but is not self employed and I am a tattoo artist who is self employed. Please send recs ! Thank you :)

Found it in a dresser we picked up from a neighbour. Sobeys Cole Harbour.

Trying on backgrounds for my 5th graders school pics and stumbled upon this option. Surely Glace Bay High didn't request this custom background?!!

Surge 105 feels like it has no identity.

Back in the day, when it was Live 105, it was an indie rock station, which was perfect for anyone who enjoyed rock but could do without all the '80s hair metal and Bon Jovi on Q104, but now I don't know what's going on.

They came back as Surge and not only played some of those typical Q104 songs, but also tons of pop and even a little country music.

I have literally had to check and see what station I had it on a few times because the song they are playing sounds like it belongs on another station. So what is it exactly that they do? They still say they're a rock station..

It just feels like they don't know who they are.

Also their morning show is just two guys talking non stop about sports and one of them says Bro after every sentence. I can't do it.

Car legally parked outside of the Quaker House across from Two if by Sea on Ochterloney Street (Dartmouth) tonight, Oct 27th, from 6:05-7:05 pm. Came back and saw my mirror on the ground and the side of my car all scratched (mirror was pulled in when I left my car). Wondering if anyone saw anything? If so please dm me.

Canada's Gripen Es to be built by Halifax company.

Noticed this on LinkedIn:

After much reflection, I’ve made the difficult decision to step away from my role at Nova Scotia Power.

It has been a privilege to work alongside people who care deeply about serving customers and Nova Scotia. I saw firsthand the pride, resilience, and commitment our teams bring every day—especially through challenging moments.

As you may recall, I came out of retirement and transitioned from the Nova Scotia Power Board to take on the challenging role of President and CEO. I’m proud of the progress we made together this year: meeting important commitments, communicating more openly, restoring stability after the cyber incident, and rebuilding trust. There is more work ahead, but I leave knowing Nova Scotia Power has a strong foundation and a talented team to carry it forward.

I’ll be supporting the transition to Chris Smith as CEO. He has my full support, and I’m confident the company will remain focused on serving customers and contributing to Nova Scotia’s growth.

As I look to my next chapter, I’m excited to be able to dedicate more time to community service through my board work with the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 / Musée canadien de l'immigration du Quai 21 and Saint Mary's University, as well as supporting the Canadian Armed Forces in any way I can, including in my cherished role as Honorary Lieutenant-Colonel with the 1st Field Artillery Regiment, RCA.

To everyone I’ve worked with at Nova Scotia Power and the many people I’ve met, worked with, or simply reconnected with in communities across the province: thank you. I’m grateful for your insights, proud of what we accomplished, and am looking forward to what comes next.

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/vivek-sood-b2705b2_after-much-reflection-ive-made-the-difficult-share-7520803575866785793-Z1xp

Sood was named the CEO in March of this year.

Chris Smith is this guy: https://www.nspower.ca/about-us/who-we-are/leadership-team/christopher-smith

Looking for these as an upcoming holiday gift, something sentimental. Anyone seen them around?

Looking for recommendations for a tiler to repair a base of a shower. It’s a tricky job to find someone to do as it not a remodel but it’s not quick either. The base needs to be replaced and new tiles laid. The base is a pebble tile, which was a mistake.

Later on Tuesday, Halifax fire fighters could be one step closer to something the service has been advocating for years to get.

Halifax City Council will vote on whether to include $1 million in additional funding in the 2027-28 budget for Halifax Regional Fire Emergency, which will add 20 firefighters to the staff.

In a social media post, the union says it would finally fill a gap in their aerial truck staffing.

“Halifax Professional Fire Fighters have advocated for increased aerial staffing for years. We strongly support Chief Rizzi’s request and recognize this as an important step toward improving emergency response capabilities across our municipality,” the union wrote in a social media post.

This comes the morning after a massive fire at a grain elevator in the south end of Halifax, where the flames were about 135 feet off the ground.

That kind of fire highlights the staffing issues, they say. They have been running those trucks with two firefighters regularly staffing them, when they need at least three according to the manufacturer’s guidance, while four is the international standard.

Anyone have any recommendations for a hair salon that can accommodate a Muslim woman? Somewhere with a private room or space where a hijab could be removed? Bonus points if it’s a salon familiar with textured hair. I have a friend looking for a space and thought someone here may have a recommendation. Thanks!

Edit: Thanks everyone! I’ll pass these suggestions along! Really appreciate the help!

Looks like one of the conveyors at the Grain Elevator has caught on fire