Nova Scotia to take 'cautious approach' in final phase of reopening; mandates vaccines for health-care workers, teachers

Nova Scotia says it will move into the final phase of its reopening plan on Oct. 4 as planned but will proceed using a "cautious approach."

The province says while most restrictions will be lifted, some will be maintained.

Additionally, border restrictions will be implemented for people coming from Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador.

Aspects of Phase 5 include:

"The Delta variant has impacted our epidemiology. The fourth wave is taking its toll across the country and it’s now in Nova Scotia," Premier Tim Houston said.