Fully-vaccinated Halifax friends continue to make regular COVID-19 testing a priority There are now 57 active cases in the province and two people are in hospital.“Vaccine uptake continues to be high, but we are aiming to have at least 85 per cent of eligible Nova Scotians vaccinated,” said Premier Iain Rankin in a news release.“If you have not yet received your COVID-19 vaccine, it is important to get your first dose as soon as possible to protect your loved ones and your community.”Meanwhile, more people are eligible to rebook their second doses for an earlier appointment.The province says Nova Scotians who received their first dose on or before May 30 and are scheduled to receive their second dose on or before Sept.