COVID-19 on Friday and said 17 active cases remain in the province.According to public health, the cases are in the central zone and are all close contacts of previously reported cases.The province also announced it is renewing the state of emergency, “to protect the health and safety of Nova Scotians and ensure safety measures and other important actions can continue.” Nova Scotia records first COVID-19 death in 7 months The order will take effect at noon on Sunday, March 21, and extend to noon on Sunday, April 4, unless government terminates or extends it.Nova Scotia health officials are expected to provide an update on COVID-19 in the province on Friday.Premier Iain Rankin and Dr.