SECONDARY & BACKYARD SUITES HRM Council has given “First Reading” to consider proposed amendments to all of the Regional Municipal Planning Strategies and their respective land use by- laws with the exception of the Regional Centre Land Use By-law, to allow...

NATION FLAG DAY & HERITAGE DAY The Federal Government has proclaimed February 15th as National Flag of Canada Day. In 1965, fifty-five years ago, the old Red Ensign Flag with the British Union Jack was replaced with the Red Maple Leaf. To know more facts...

ICE & SNOW WINTER MAINTENANCE The NS Dept. of Transportation & Infrastructure Renewal (NSTIR) does most of the snow removal, ice control and winter road maintenance services in District 2. Our local NS Highway Depots are in West Chezzetcook at 902-827-2544 and...

GOODWILL & PEACE ON EARTH I want to wish everyone the very best of this Holiday Season. During this joyful time of year there are many types of spiritual and cultural celebrations: Merry Christmas, Joyeux Noel, Season’s Greetings, Happy Hanukkah, Al Hijra, and...

VETERANS’ WEEK OBSERVATIONS Each year, from November 5th–11th, hundreds of commemorative ceremonies and events will take place across our country to commemorate Veterans’ Week. There are so many ways to remember and honour our Veterans. Wear a poppy and attend a local...

MI’KMAQ HISTORY MONTH Each October, community activities, events, sharing and showcasing Mi’kmaw people, history and heritage take place across Nova Scotia to more broadly heighten knowledge and awareness of Mi’kmaw communities across the region. October was chosen as...

WELCOME BACK TO SCHOOL I like to welcome all students back to school. Your education is important for you to succeed in life. All motorists need to be extra careful with students walking, cycling or traveling by school bus. Stay alert & be safe! 50 MILE YARD SALE...

HALIF’ACT’ 2050 – ACTING on CLIMATE HALIF’ACT’ 2050 – ACTING on CLIMATE Halifax’s Acting on Climate Together ( HalifACT ) is a long-term climate change plan to reduce emissions and help our communities adapt. The plan will guide efforts to reduce emissions by...

2019–20 HRM COMMUNITY GRANTS  There were 115 applications received for the 2019 HRM Community Grants program with a total request of $1,701,406.50. After careful review by staff and committee consideration, HRM Regional Council approved fifty-five (55) awards for...

HRM 2019 CITIZENSHIP AWARDS Every year HRM presents a Citizenship Award to outstanding Grade 9 students throughout the municipality. The recipients are chosen based on qualities of leadership in their school and community, and commendable performance in the courses in...

HRM HONOURS ITS VOLUNTEERS Back on April 10th, during Volunteer Appreciation Month, HRM honoured 70 volunteers and three community groups from across the municipality. The following eight individuals from District 2 received recognition from their respective...

VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION MONTH National Volunteer Week (NVW) pays tribute to the millions of Canadian volunteers who donate their time and energy. This year, NVW is from April 7th – 13th and the theme is: “The Volunteer Factor - Lifting Communities”. To help say ‘thank...

DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME BEGIN MARCH 10TH SPRING FORWARDCHECK the batteries Put your clocks ahead  in your smoke alarm. 1 hour. ANSMA 21TH ANNUAL AWARDS The African Nova Scotian Music Association (ANSMA) will be having its 21st Annual Awards Show & Gala on...

NATION FLAG DAY & HERITAGE DAY The Federal Government has proclaimed February 15th as National Flag of Canada Day. In 1965, fifty-four years ago, the old Red Ensign Flag with the British Union Jack was replaced with the Red Maple Leaf. To know more facts about our...

ICE & SNOW WINTER MAINTENANCE The NS Dept. of Transportation & Infrastructure Renewal (NSTIR) does most of the snow removal, ice control and winter road maintenance services in District 2. Our local NS Highway Depots are in West Chezzetcook at 902-827-2544 and...