Paul Hollingsworth

2 months ago | ctvnews.ca | Paul Hollingsworth

As part of CTV News’ coverage of the 37-day federal election, journalists will be telling stories from communities across the country to showcase issues that matter to Canadians in this election. Our next dispatch is from CTV News reporter Paul Hollingsworth in Peggy’s Cove, N.S.On a sunny day, Peggy’s Cove offers a glimpse of natural beauty. “It is just a quaint fishing village and the lighthouse seems to mesmerize people,” said Sou’ Wester Restaurant owner John Campbell.

2 months ago | bnnbloomberg.ca | Paul Hollingsworth

As the population in Nova Scotia continues to grow at a rapid pace, the province’s electoral boundaries have undergone dramatic geographic changes. Elections Canada spokesperson Diane Benson said independent commissions held consultations and closely examined changes in population. “Every 10 years, there is a system set up that is done by independent commissions,” said Benson.

2 months ago | ctvnews.ca | Paul Hollingsworth

As the population in Nova Scotia continues to grow at a rapid pace, the province’s electoral boundaries have undergone dramatic geographic changes. Elections Canada spokesperson Diane Benson said independent commissions held consultations and closely examined changes in population. “Every 10 years, there is a system set up that is done by independent commissions,” said Benson.

Mar 28, 2025 | ctvnews.ca | Paul Hollingsworth

Gas prices jumped in Atlantic Canada roughly four cents a litre in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Newfoundland and Labrador, while Prince Edward Island saw a price increase of 6.9 cents per litre on Friday morning. “It’s not good but I’m going to buy it no matter what,” one gas customer told CTV News. “I’m angry you know, just disappointed,” added another customer. According to gas analyst Patrick De Haan, fuel prices in general are on the rise in Canada, more so in some areas compared to others.

Mar 27, 2025 | bnnbloomberg.ca | Paul Hollingsworth

Nova Scotia Community College student Sofie Bauer still lives at home, but not by choice. “Because it’s impossible to find a place that’s affordable,” said Bauer, who is following the federal election campaign closely. But so far, she’s not hearing a lot of discussion about affordability concerns for university and college students. Bauer has a message for the political leaders on the campaign trail. “You need to sort out the housing crisis,” she said.