Statement from Health and Wellness Minister

NOTE: The following is a statement from Health and Wellness Minister Michelle Thompson.

Earlier this afternoon, there was a serious incident at the Halifax Infirmary emergency department. The threat has been contained, and police are on-site.

Staff are also on-site to support patients and staff who witnessed this upsetting incident.

I can’t provide details of an ongoing investigation, but I want everyone involved to know that I am thinking of them at this difficult time. I also want to reassure our healthcare and support staff at the Infirmary and across the province that we will continue working with our healthcare and union partners to make workplaces as safe as possible.

I want to commend the staff for their quick response in an incredibly difficult situation. I will be in close touch with Nova Scotia Health for updates as they become available.