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Jul 27, 2026
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Nova Scotia premier's five-star hotel stays, $20,000 in total travel raises questions about spending practices
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Nova Scotia premier's five-star hotel stays, $20,000 in total travel raises questions about spending practices
Canadian Taxpayers Federation calls for tighter spending rules; Tim Houston's office says the trips supported trade and investment efforts
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By Ally Bowes
Published Jul 27, 2026
Last updated 56 minutes ago
3 minute read
Premier Houtson racked up over $9,000 in total hotel costs over three international tr…
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