Emergency Preparedness Week
This year, Emergency Preparedness Week is May 5th to 11th. Get prepared for any kind of emergency with these helpful tips.
Use of e-scooters across HRM
Effective July 15, 2023, the operation of e-scooters (also known as electric kick scooters) is guided by By-law M-300 in HRM.
April Updates: Advocating for our schools and legislative achievements
As April comes to an end, I’m eager to share some significant highlights and ongoing priorities that affect our community.
Tick safety basics
Tick populations across Nova Scotia are growing and as the weather gets warmer, it is important for people to take the necessary steps to protect themselves, their family, and their pets.
Reporting potholes in HRM
Road operations crews identify and log potholes all year, but the city relies heavily on residents to report any problematic potholes they see.
Find funding resources with new online tool
The new Grant Finder helps individuals, non-profits, and businesses find funding programs offered by the Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage.
Support for Nova Scotia’s skilled trades students
Students facing financial challenges now have the opportunity to apply for the $5,000 Growing Nova Scotia’s Skilled Trades Workforce Bursary.
Reservations for Nova Scotia Parks
The Provincial Parks website has opened for campsite bookings for the 2024 season.
Lieutenant-Governor’s Award for Excellence in Nova Scotia Wines
The 2024 Lieutenant-Governor’s Award for Excellence in Nova Scotia Wines program is now officially open for submissions.
Seton Ridge development update
Pre-blast inspections for homes in Clayton Park and Rockingham are underway for the Seton Ridge development located on the former Sisters of Charity Motherhouse site near Mount Saint Vincent University.
Urban Forest Planning
The Halifax Regional Municipality is updating the Urban Forest Master Plan and wants to hear from you.
Nominations open for Order of Nova Scotia
If you know someone who has made an outstanding contribution to the cultural life or the social or economic well-being of the province, you should consider nominating him or her for the Order of Nova Scotia.
Introducing the CAPABLE Program for Independent Living
A new pilot program that launched in December to help seniors in the Preston area live more independently in their homes will soon be available in Kings County and on the Halifax peninsula.
February: A Month to Save Hearts
As February marks Heart Month, Heart & Stroke is on a mission to tackle a silent but urgent issue in Canada – out-of-hospital cardiac arrests.
Share your appreciation for community heroes
Share your appreciation for community heroes by submitting a Member’s Statement to be shared in the Spring Legislature.