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Thinking of starting a community garden? Applications for spring 2022 are due by March 30th.

The Annual MADD Halifax Dress Drive & Sale is back for their sixth year! Volunteers are already collecting the most wonderful gowns & setting up racks in their pop-up space in Sunnyside Mall.

Square Roots Fairview-Clayton Park’s ‘Warm Winter Wear’ site is officially up and running!

Thousands of eligible post-secondary students will receive a one-time COVID-19 grant of $875 to help them pay their bills.

February is African Heritage Month, a time to celebrate our strengths as a diverse province with a strong African Nova Scotian community and to
remember the past to ensure we do not repeat it.

Sam’s official prediction for 2022…six more weeks of winter!

Funding for local recreation projects is now open. Thirty-three rinks (most outside of Metro) received funding in the most recent round from Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage. Apply by February 14.

The Community Health Teams winter 2022 flyer is now available and registration is open for their health and wellness programs.

As of December 1st, you can now apply for the Seniors Care Grant. This grant provides up to $500 in funding for eligible Nova Scotians aged 65 years and older who need help around their homes. Covered expenses include snow removal, small household repairs, lawn care, grocery delivery and other needs.