Ferry service update for parade
**** Via Halifax Transit Heading to the Holiday Parade of Lights this weekend? Alderney Ferry service will be offering free & 15-min service from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Sun., Dec. 8. 2024. In lieu of fares, passengers are encouraged to make a donation to the Parker Street Food Bank...
In photos – Today we remember. Ceremonies held to remember the Halifax Explosion
In photos – Today we remember. Ceremonies held to remember the Halifax Explosion The devastating explosion occurred on Dec. 6, 1917 when two ships – the French munitions ship, the Mont Blanc, and the Norwegian relief ship, the Imo – collided in the Narrows of Halifax Harbour. Over 2,000 people were killed and an additional...
Traffic Delay – Holiday Parade of Lights in Downtown Halifax
**** HRM Media Release Traffic Delay – Holiday Parade of Lights in Downtown Halifax The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents to be prepared for significant crowds and traffic delays in Downtown Halifax for the Holiday Parade of Lights taking place on Sunday, Dec. 8, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Parade participants will form...
In photos – The 20th annual CopShop took place at the Halifax Shopping Centre today, bringing smiles to everyone involved!
In photos – The 20th annual CopShop took place at the Halifax Shopping Centre today, bringing smiles to everyone involved! With 52 youth sponsored this year, the event was a smashing hit! For this annual event, HRP officers become personal shoppers to local children as they set out for a special shopping spree. Each child...
Residents invited to annual Halifax Explosion Memorial Service
**** HRM Media Release Residents invited to annual Halifax Explosion Memorial Service The Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting residents to the annual Halifax Explosion Memorial Service on Friday, Dec. 6 at 9 a.m. The event will take place at the Bell Tower in Fort Needham Memorial Park. The devastating explosion occurred on Dec. 6, 1917...
Local police officers and children partner for 20th annual CopShop
**** Via HRP Local police officers and children partner for 20th annual CopShop The 20th annual CopShop, presented by Halifax Shopping Centre and Halifax Regional Police (HRP), will take place on Wednesday, December 4 at 11 a.m. at Halifax Shopping Centre. For this annual event, HRP officers become personal shoppers to local children as they set out for...
Cats vs. Dogs – the ultimate BFF Battle this GivingTuesday
**** NS SPCA Release Cats vs. Dogs – the ultimate BFF Battle this GivingTuesday Donor Matching up to $100,000 as Postal Strike threatens fund for animal care The Nova Scotia SPCA gets asked all the time, who is the better best friend, a cat or a dog? We can’t choose, but you can this GivingTuesday...
Giving Tuesday, the day for the world’s largest generosity movement
**** Via Hope for Wildlife Tomorrow’s the day! Giving Tuesday, the day for the world’s largest generosity movement. Just like last year, everyone who donates between now and the end of Tuesday will have their amount matched by a special supporter! It’s DOUBLE the hope! We can take single payments online or via e-transfer! Information...
Residents invited to annual TD Dartmouth Christmas Tree Lighting
**** HRM Media Release Residents invited to annual TD Dartmouth Christmas Tree Lighting The Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting residents to attend the annual TD Dartmouth Christmas Tree Lighting on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 5 p.m. at Sullivan’s Pond. Residents will receive free candy canes at A Buyer’s Choice Home Inspections tent (while quantities last);...
Cats vs. Dogs – the ultimate BFF Battle this GivingTuesday
**** Via NS SPCA Cats vs. Dogs – the ultimate BFF Battle this GivingTuesday Donor Matching up to $100,000 as Postal Strike threatens fund for animal care The Nova Scotia SPCA gets asked all the time, who is the better best friend, a cat or a dog? We can’t choose, but you can this GivingTuesday...