Nova Scotia justice minister takes leave of absence after heart attack
HALIFAX — Nova Scotia’s minister of justice is taking a leave of absence from her cabinet duties after being hospitalized on Monday with a heart attack.
A news release from the premier’s office says Diana Whalen, a veteran of the Liberal caucus and the province’s deputy premier, is expected to make a full recovery.
Premier Stephen McNeil said in the release that he’s looking forward to her return to cabinet.
“We wish Diana well and hope she makes a speedy recovery,” McNeil said.