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We spoke to Hope from Hope for Wildlife about their involvement in helping through the wildfires in Nova Scotia. Here’s a few points from our chat. Hope has had an increase in calls requesting help for wildlife. This is an especially hard time of year with many animals now having young, many immobile such as ...

Repost A Facebook page has been set up focusing on Tantallon Fire lost pets. Please check the link to join the group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/207451542181623/?ref=share ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight Hawthorne Hawthorne Approx Age: 8 years Gender: Female Site: Dartmouth Hawthorne is an extremely independent kitty who would be very good as an only cat, and she loves chin scratches and catnip. She’s very shy at first but once she warms up to you, she’ll be in ...

Get your motor running, head out to Steele Wheels!  A museum of chrome, muscle and style revs up in Halifax  **** Info via Steele Wheels Epic. Elegant. Exciting. Steele Wheels is a new and spectacular classic and exotic car museum and event venue in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Steele Wheels presents an exclusive opportunity to create ...

****  Info via Bide Awhile Introducing Phoebe, Dr. Meredith Grey, Copper, Sasha & Shurie, Lily and Ranger & Micky who are ready for their forever homes! If you are interested in learning more about our adoptables or you want to book an appointment to meet them – please contact us during business hours to make ...

DYK? Today, Tue, May 23, is World Turtle Day Over 200 kinds of turtles are known in the world, with 7 species in Nova Scotia! “American Tortoise Rescue, a nonprofit organization established in 1990 for the protection of all species of tortoise and turtle, is sponsoring our annual World Turtle Day® on May 23. The ...

**** Info via Bide Awhile Introducing Ollie, Rick & Morty and Star who are ready for their forever homes!  If you are interested in learning more about our adoptables or you want to book an appointment to meet them – please contact us during business hours to make arrangements at 902-469-9578. .     ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Ed Approx Age: 2 years Gender: Male Site: Dartmouth   Breed: Shepard/Retriever mixAge: ~ 2 yearsGender: neutered maleKids: Adults onlyOnly animal homeA little about me: Like his movie counterpart in the Lion King, Ed is a big goofball, with tons of personality who doesn’t like to share his food. ...

**** HRM Media Release Migratory Bird Day Saturday, May 13 is Migratory Bird Day. In recognition of this year’s theme, which focuses on water and its importance to bird life, we’re highlighting the ways we’re working to protect these populations and sharing tips on how we can all have a positive impact. North American bird ...

**** Bide Awhile Release With our first litter of kittens ready for their new homes – we’d like to welcome everyone to Kitten Season! Introducing Jamie, Geraldine and Timmy who are all looking for their new best friends. If you are interested in learning more about our adoptables or you want to book an appointment ...

Thank you, nurses! Via NSHA Happy National Nursing Week! We are proud to recognize this critical member of our health care team. Watch a message from Dr. Gail Tomblin Murphy, VP Research, Innovation & Discovery and Chief Nurse Executive: https://bit.ly/3HYoCVw ...

**** Bide Awhile Release Introducing Penny & Fern who are ready for their forever home! Penny and Fern are a bonded pair of small dogs who adore car rides but despise the rain. These two lovable pups are looking to join a home together and would be best suited for a house with no children. ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight Lucy Approx Age: 3 years Gender: Female Site: Dartmouth My name is Lucy. I am 2 and a half years old, and quite the love bug. It won’t take me long to warm up to my new furever family. I am ok with cats and dogs. Haven’t been around littles ...

**** Info via Bide Awhile Introducing Patch, Mr. Ginger, Milo & Dash, Annie, Remy, Lula, Athena, Missus, Marion, Teddy and Nico who are ready for their forever homes! Check the images to learn more about each one. If you are interested in learning more about our adoptables or you want to book an appointment to ...

**** CNS Media Release Today is the National Day of Awareness of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-spirited People Na’kwek Ukjit Kejitmk Keska’tijik aqq Ne’po’jik Lnu’skwe’jk aqq lnu’skwe’ji’jk aqq tapui-kjijaqmijmultijik wksjwijinu’k. On Red Dress Day people wear red or display red clothing to honour and remember missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and ...

Today is International Firefighters’ Day, observed each year on 4th May You are invited to remember the past firefighters who have died while serving their community or dedicated their lives to protecting the safety of us all. At the same time, we can show our support and appreciation to the firefighters world wide who continue ...

**** NS SPCA Release The birds are chirping, spring is in the air Oh, wait a minute, those aren’t the birds outside! That beautiful chirping is coming from the Dartmouth SPCA Shelter’s office! We have a lovely pair of budgies ready to find their forever home. Blue (male) and Piper (female) were brought to the ...

**** Info via Hope for Wildlife Recently Hope for Wildlife received word that there was a beaver trapped in a canal lock system and he couldn’t get out! There are a myriad of ways that we effect the natural world around us, and often the impact on wildlife is unexpected. Due to a recent lack ...

**** HRM Media Release May is Asian Heritage Month! Celebrate the rich culture, history and lived experiences of people of Asian descent throughout the month of May. Asian Heritage Month Acknowledge the rich history and culture of peoples of Asian descent; learn from the lived experiences of Canadians of Asian descent. Over the past two ...

**** Info via Hope for Wildlife With the arrival of spring comes the main baby season for wildlife, and it’s helpful to remember that if you discover babies in your yard, the situation is always temporary! With a little privacy and protection, they will move on before you know it. Sometimes it can be easy ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable HIGHLIGHT – Mr. Kiwi Approx Age: 9 years Gender: MaleSite: Dartmouth Meet Mr. Kiwi. This 9 year old boy is looking for his furever home. He was a surrender into our care due to his previous owners health condition. Currently in foster home, this is what his foster has to say ...

**** Info via Hope for Wildlife This Yellow-bellied Sapsucker is recovering from injuries sustained after flying into a window For birds, glass windows are not invisible. They reflect trees or sky and they can look like inviting places to fly into. Even at night, nocturnal birds and migrants (including a lot of songbirds) can fly ...

**** NS SPCA Release It’s Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month! This is Special Constable Gregory Hussey, our Central Regional Enforcement Supervisor here at the Nova Scotia SPCA. ⭐ We were lucky enough to have Corporal Hussey join our team 4.5 years ago. “I studied law enforcement post-secondary in Ontario,” Corporal Hussey explained. “I returned ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Sanza Approx Age: 3 years Gender: Male Site: Dartmouth Sanza is a young and playful love bug looking for his forever family.While at his foster home there hasn’t been a single guest he didn’t cuddle up next to, and no one who didn’t immediately fall for his soft purrs ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight- Bittles Approx Age: 5 years Gender: Male Site: Dartmouth Meet Bittles, the handsomest, sweetest boy. He is so goofy and will undoubtedly find every way to melt your heart. He loves to hang out with his humans and will curl up by you or on you at his own leisure. ...

**** CNS Media Release Nova Scotia Remembers April 18-19, 2020 Please pause for a moment of silence at noon on Tuesday, April 18, and Wednesday, April 19, to remember those lost, honour the survivors and reflect on what happened in our province three years ago. Nova Scotians are asked to pause for a moment of ...

**** Via Premier Tim Houston The impacts of April 18 and 19, 2020, are still felt deeply across our province. We must always remember and honour the lives of victims and survivors. We are inspired by the courage and strength shown each day by the families, survivors and communities. Please pause for a moment of ...

**** NS SPCA Release Our SPCA volunteers are a special breed. 💙 During National Volunteer Week, we celebrate our dedicated volunteers for being so giving with their talent and time. 🔹Thank you to our fosters who help pets become the best version of themselves. 🔹Thank you to our shelter volunteers provide a loving sanctuary for ...

Volunteers! From volunteer Search and Rescue, firefighters, and other roles within first responder and medical systems, community members and wildlife, who help in a variety of ways, and all other roles volunteers play in our community, thank you! Repost Via HRFE April 16 – 22 is National Volunteer Week. This year’s theme is Volunteering Weaves ...

Via HRFE April 16 – 22 is National Volunteer Week This year’s theme is Volunteering Weaves Us Together. We’re proud of our over 500 volunteers that support their community to ensure a safer Halifax Regional Municipality. Thank you! Info about volunteering halifax.ca/firevolunteers ...

**** Info provided Firefighter awarded the Queen’s Jubilee medal for actions taken at 2021 fire Darren Casey was the pump operator on 9 quint  on the night of the Sackville drive mayday fire from feb 2021. Darren’s HRFE captain, Barry Bastow applied for the Queen’s Jubilee medal, on behalf of Darren and it was awarded the ...

Via HRP, and thank you to all workers “This is National Public Safety Telecommunications Week. We salute our Emergency Response Communicators. They are the backbone of the work we do. Their daily support, professionalism and empathy for the citizens we serve are central to the functioning of Halifax Regional Police. Thank you” ...

Congratulations and thank you to HRFE Capt Thompson on her 200th donation at Canadian Blood Services, helping to save lives on and off duty (file photo) ...

National Pet Day takes place every year on April 11 to focus on the love and companionship our critter family provides us every day of the year. ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight- Baxter Approx Age: 7 years Gender: Male Site: Dartmouth Baxter Breed: Mixed Breed (22 kgs) Age: ~ 7 Years Gender: Male Neutered Kids:?  12 Years and up A little about me: Bouncy Baxter has not checked his birth certificate lately and thinks he is still a puppy. As an adult with ...

Happy birthday from us! Via K9 Siren Facebook page Happy 2nd Birthday to K9 Siren part of Halifax Regional Fire and Emergency Therapy Dog Team #therapydog #firefighters ...

They’re coming back, and they’re pooped from their long flight! Osprey are Nova Scotia’s official bird. They are migratory, leaving for warmer skies in the fall and returning in the spring. DYK? Osprey are very territorial and return to their same nest every year. If a nest is moved or destroyed it can cause the ...

Via NASA.  Canadian to the Moon! “Representing the @csa_asc on Artemis II to the Moon is @Astro_Jeremy, from London, Ontario. Jeremy Hansen was a fighter pilot before joining CSA, and currently works with NASA on astronaut training and mission operations. This will be Hansen’s first mission in space.” ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Lexi Approx Age:​ 10 yearsGender:​ FemaleSite:​ Dartmouth Meet Lexi!Lexi has been enjoying some time in a foster home as shelter life can be a little overwhelming for a girl that prefers being with people and is looking to be the only pet in the home so she can have ...

They’re back! Downtown Dartmouth’s favourite little traffic jammers have returned to Sullivan’s Pond after their winter getaway at Hope for Wildlife. We hear they returned earlier today. . . . . .     ...

Congratulations! Via Hope for Wildlife Congratulations, Hope! On March 28th, 2023, Hope was appointed to the Order of Nova Scotia, the highest honour presented by the Province in recognition of people who have distinguished themselves and brought honour and prestige to themselves and to Nova Scotia. Hope’s lasting contributions have “had a significant influence on ...

**** NS SPCA Release If you’re from Cape Breton, you know the trip from home to the Mainland is a long but beautiful drive. Hailey, a true Caper herself made the trip with SPCA staff over a month ago! She has since been awaiting her perfect forever home Hailey would love a family that can ...

**** Info via Hope for Wildlife Hope for Wildlife recently cared for this little Northern Saw-whet Owl who came to us with a broken wing – and a charming disposition! Saw-whets are a very small species of owl, generally weighing in at a mere 80 grams (~3 oz) on average and standing only about 7 ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight- Hailey Approx Age: 5 years Gender: Female Site: Dartmouth   Breed: Amstaff mix Sex: Female Spayed Weight: ~38.6 KG Age: ~ 5 years Only Pet Home No apartments/condos Children: 16+ Dog Experience Required A little about me: Can someone please put a ring on it? Or at least a leash ...

**** Info via Bide Awhile Introducing Baby, Stella, Loki, Marlene, Carla and Tommy who are ready for their forever homes! 😻 Check the images to learn more about each one. If you are interested in learning more about our adoptables or you want to book an appointment to meet them – please contact us during ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Spring is officially here which means TNR season is coming soon. 🌻 What’s TNR you ask? TNR stands for Trap, Neuter, Return. Through TNR, young kittens and friendly cats are taken to SPCA shelters where they will be cared for until they’re ready to find a family. ...

A tribute for Edmonton via Dimitri Neonakis “A flight path tribute to honour and remember two fallen Police Officers. Travis Jordan and Brett Ryan, lost their lives in the line of duty in Edmonton a few days ago. Travis was from Coldbrook Nova Scotia. Today, Travis’s best friend, Brodie ( an airline pilot), and myself ...

**** Info via Camp Courage March Success Stories  March Success Story – Mariah Mariah is from Stewiacke, Nova Scotia, graduated Camp Courage class of 2009 and was the first female Firefighter/Primary Care Paramedic at Suncor- Fort Hills Emergency Services Department. This is what she had to say about the Camp. “I am writing to you ...

**** Info via Camp Courage March Success Story – Julia Julia is from Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, graduated from Camp Courage class of 2015 and is a Volunteer Firefighter with Halifax Regional Fire Service at Station 17 in Cole Harbour. Julia is a camp mentor, is on the board of directors and manages the camp social ...

**** Info via Camp Courage March Success Story – Rebecca Rebecca is from New Ross, Nova Scotia, graduated from Camp Courage class of 2013 and became a Paramedic. One of her quotes from Camp is below. “This was my favorite unit; so thrilling & hands on, very instructive; learned so much-the greatest time of my ...

**** Info via Camp Courage March Success Story – Bethany Bethany is from Amherst, Nova Scotia, graduated from Camp Courage class of 2010, a 2-year Police Foundations Program at New Brunswick Community College in 2012, and Atlantic Police Academy in 2013. She worked as a Police Constable for Woodstock Police Service in Woodstock New Brunswick ...

**** Info via Camp Courage March Success Story – Amber Amber is from Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia, graduated from Camp Courage Class of 2019, became a Volunteer Firefighter, and later became a Lieutenant in the Cornwall Fire Department. She won the Don McKee Memorial Scholarship Fund and the James Hayter Memorial Scholarship Fund to assist ...

**** Info via Camp Courage March Success Story – Jocelyn Jocelyn is from Dartmouth, Nova Scotia and the class of 2006. She completed her Psychology degree at Saint Mary’s University and currently works as a Constable for Calgary Police Looking for a life changing experience? Camp Courage 2023 applications are now open. The deadline to ...

**** Info via Camp Courage March Success Story – Kelsey Kelsey is from Mount Uniacke, Nova Scotia, graduated from Camp Courage class of 2017 and became a Halifax Regional Police Officer in 2021. “I learned so much new and interesting stuff I loved it.” Kelsey Looking for a life changing experience? Camp Courage 2023 applications ...

**** Info via Hope for Wildlife She’s lookin’ good! Back in February we posted about two female eagles that had grounded themselves after locking their talons together and refusing to let go. One of the pair didn’t sustain any serious injuries and was released a week later, but the other eagle suffered a broken humerus ...

**** Info via Camp Courage March Success Story – Kelsey Kelsey from the Valley, Nova Scotia, graduated from Camp Courage Class of 2019 and became a Volunteer Firefighter of the Valley-Kemptown District Fire Brigade in September 2019 as soon as she turned 18. She completed her level 1 training and is presently completing her Level ...

**** Info via Camp Courage March Success Story – Erin Erin is from Eastern Passage, Nova Scotia and graduated from the Camp Courage class of 2007 and the Marine Institute Firefighting Program. She was a Volunteer Firefighter with the Halifax Regional Fire Service at Station 16 and is an Advanced Care Paramedic with EHS. Some ...

**** Info via Camp Courage March Success Story – Katie Katie was from St. Margaret’s Bay, Nova Scotia, graduated from Camp Courage in , Holland College’s Firefighting Program in Prince Edward Island, and then joined the Canadian Air Force as a Firefighter. Looking for a life changing experience? Camp Courage 2023 applications are now open. ...

**** Info via Camp Courage March Success Story – Olyvia Olyvia is from Nine Mile River, Nova Scotia, graduated from Camp Courage class of 2017, Medavie Health Ed Paramedicine Program in 2021 and is a Paramedic and Volunteer Firefighter. Looking for a life changing experience? Camp Courage 2023 applications are now open. The deadline to ...

**** Info via Camp Courage March Success Story – Kodi Kodi is from Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, graduated from Camp Courage class of 2008 then became one of the few female Infantry Soldiers in the Canadian Military. Looking for a life changing experience? Camp Courage 2023 applications are now open. The deadline to apply to the ...

**** Info via Camp Courage March Success Story – Vivian Vivian is from Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, graduated from Camp Courage class of 2019 and completed fire school at the Texas Fire Academy Looking for a life changing experience? Camp Courage 2023 applications are now open. The deadline to apply to the camp is March 20th, ...

***’ Info via Camp Courage March Success Story – Kelsey Kelsey is from South Bar, Nova Scotia, graduated from Camp Courage in 2007, became a Military Medic, and worked in several provinces. A 2007 quote from Kelsey. “It made me realize how strong we are when we put our minds to something.” Did you happen ...

**** Info via Camp Courage March Success Story – Hillary Hillary is from South Bar, Nova Scotia and graduated from Camp Courage in 2007 and Holland College Firefighting Program. She was hired as the first female Firefighter in Sydney, Nova Scotia, in 2012. Camp quote: “By getting in way better shape and push myself not ...

Via Atlantic Canadian Dachshund Society ☘️ TWIGGY – AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION (NEW INFO) ☘️ Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, ACDR is accepting applications for Twiggy, a beautiful 2 year old female, black and tan, dachshund/beagle mix. She is very sweet and deeply loyal to her people once she gets used to them! She ...

**** Info via Camp Courage March Success Story – Cheryl Cheryl is from Stillwater Lake, Nova Scotia and graduated from the Camp Courage class of 2006 and her Master’s in Nursing from the University of Sydney. She is currently a Nurse and Volunteer Firefighter in her hometown Looking for a life changing experience? Camp Courage ...

**** Info via Camp Courage March Success Story – Tiffany Tiffany is from Oxford, Nova Scotia and graduated from Camp Courage class of 2006 and the Saint Francis Xavier Nursing program in 2012. After being a Nurse for nearly five years in rural Newfoundland, she found her passion for helping people with mental illness. She ...

****×Info via Camp Courage March Success Story – Eliza Eliza is from Cape Breton, graduated from Camp Courage Class of 2022 and is currently attending Cape Breton University. What I liked about Camp Courage was that I felt very comfortable. I know some girls aren’t comfortable around men and they are scared to be judged ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight- Ashley Approx Age:​ 10 years Gender:​ Female Site:​ Dartmouth Ashley is a sweet senior kitty ready to make her adoption debut 🙂 Ashley came to the shelter when her owner passed away, and as shelter life can be stressful to some cats, she is enjoying life in a wonderful fosters ...

**** Info via Camp Courage March Success Story – Rylee-Ann Rylee-Ann is from Halifax, Nova Scotia, graduated from Camp Courage Class of 2019 and became a Continuing Care Assistant. Looking for a life changing experience? Camp Courage 2023 applications are now open. The deadline to apply to the camp is March 20th, 2023. For more ...

**** Info via Camp Courage March Success Story – Kathleen Kathleen is from Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia, graduated from Camp Courage Class of 2019, and became a Volunteer Firefighter with Truro Volunteer Fire Brigade. Currently, she is completing her Criminal Justice Program at Nova Scotia Community College and Level 1 Firefighting in Colchester. Looking for ...

**** NS SPCA Colchester Release 🚨ADOPTABLE OF THE DAY🚨 Charlie Age: 5 years old Breed: Amstaff X Dogs: Based on meet and greet Mandatory obedience Kids: 12 years and up Meet Charlie, Charlie has been at the shelter for 68 days watching all his friends get adopted and is wondering when its his turn to ...

**** NS SPCA Release Happy Foster Feature Friday Foster families like Jim and Phyllis are totally fabulous! Julie shared: “We get so much satisfaction from seeing these little guys flourish and grow. They respond so quickly to a little TLC.” We totally agree. 💯 Knowing that you helped that pet learn that humans are kind ...

**** Info via Camp Courage March Success Story – Sarah Sarah is from Brentwood, Nova Scotia, graduated from Camp Courage class of 2022 and is a Junior Volunteer Firefighter at the Brookfield Fire Department. Looking for a life changing experience? Camp Courage 2023 applications are now open. The deadline to apply to the camp is ...

**** Info via Camp Courage March Success Story – Emily Emily is from Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, graduated from Camp Courage in 2006 and is a Registered Nurse at the Dartmouth General Hospital Looking for a life changing experience? Camp Courage 2023 applications are now open. The deadline to apply to the camp is March 20th, ...

**** Info via Camp Courage March Success Story – Taigan Taigan was from Bedford, Nova Scotia, graduated from Camp Courage Class of 2007, became Advanced Care Paramedic, Critical Care Paramedic and is currently a Critical Care Flight Paramedic in the North West Territories. She works in Health Centers in Remote communities in Nunavut and Instructs ...

**** Info via Camp Courage March Success Story – Megan Megan is from New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, graduated from Camp Courage in 2008 then joined the Military police and was posted to Gagetown, Halifax, Borden & Mexico City and completed a deployment in Kuwait. Currently, she is working as an armed Nuclear Response Team member ...

**** Info via Camp Courage March Success Story – Jen Jen is from Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, and graduated from Camp Courage class of 2006 and fire school in 2010. She worked as a firefighter and Nuclear security officer for five years in Manitoba, taught shipboard firefighting at Survival Systems, volunteered as a firefighter, and later ...

**** Info via Camp Courage March Success Story – Jessie Jessie is from New Brunswick, graduated from Camp Courage class of 2022, become a Junior Firefighter shortly after graduating. Way to go Jessie!! Looking for a life changing experience? Camp Courage 2023 applications are now open. The deadline to apply to the camp is March ...

**** Info via Camp Courage March Success Story – Miriam Miriam is from Margaree, Nova Scotia, graduated from Camp Courage class of 2017 and became a Paramedic from Oulton College in New Brunswick. She hopes to start a Camp Courage in her area. This is what she said she learned after Camp in 2017. I ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight- Max and Ruby Found as strays like most bunnies that come into the care of the HRM Animal Redemption Centre🐰​ Max & Ruby have been searching for that pawfect home for the past four months, with no luck! Coming in terrified of everything & would scurry to hiding ...

**** Info via Camp Courage Savannah is from Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, graduated from Camp Courage Class of 2011 and is the first Female Captain and Training Officer at Lahave Fire Department. She created an online female firefighter fitness program. In 2020 Savannah started an online fitness group to help females with their fitness goals, recruit ...

**** Info via Camp Courage March Success Story – Kayla Kayla is from Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, graduated the class of 2009, graduated from RCMP Depot in 2014 and is currently an RCMP Officer. We are so proud of you! Great work! Looking for a life changing experience? Camp Courage 2023 applications are now open. The ...

**** Info via Camp Courage March Success Story – Arielle Arielle is from Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia, graduated from Camp Courage class of 2009 and currently works as a Registered Nurse in an ICU, caring for critically ill patients suffering from spinal and brain injuries, traumas, and burns. Arielle is working toward becoming part of ...

**** Info via Camp Courage March Success Story – Whitney Whitney is from Eastern Passage, Nova Scotia and graduated from Camp Courage class of 2007 and the Waverly Fire School. She was a career Firefighter with the Halifax Regional Fire Service and then moved to Florida to be with her husband and became a career ...

**** Info via Bide Awhile While our companions await their forever home at Bide Awhile they get to run an office, roam the halls and generally boss the staff around. Henry likes to loaf around in the loaf beds. Cheech likes to make sure we take regular breaks for mental health and cat cuddles. Ziggy ...

**** Info via Camp Courage Ellie is from Wolfville, Nova Scotia and graduated from Camp Courage class of 2017. This is what she has to say about Camp Courage “Camp courage is such a spectacular program, I benefited hugely from all of the hands-on experience (especially in the paramedic days) that we participated in. They ...

**** Info via Camp Courage Mya is from Glen Haven, Nova Scotia and graduated from Camp Courage class of 2017 My name is Mya and in 2017 I was very lucky to have been selected to participate in Camp Courage. It was obvious from the very beginning how much love and energy Andrea put into ...

**** Info via Bide Awhile Introducing Meowsy, Moo and Cheech who are ready for their forever homes! Click on the images to learn more about each one. If you are interested in learning more about about our adoptables or want to book an appointment to meet please contact us during business hours to make arrangements ...

**** Info via Hope for Wildlife A month ago, this young porcupine was found in the snow – barely moving She was suffering from mange, and she had crusts all over her face and belly. Her eyes were completely crusted shut from it. After a month of treatment, you can see her mange is all ...

Via HRFE Chief Ken Stuebing and Deputy Chief Dave Meldrum presented Captain Annette Thompson with a shadowbox created in memory of Newt. Newt was intuitive, reliable and remarkably intelligent, serving as a therapy support dog to HRFE crew, and members of the public. She represented the organization at countless volunteer events with Captain Thompson for ...

**** HSAR, Release Halifax Search and Rescue Celebrates 50 + 1 Anniversary When a child goes missing, a hiker needs added assistance, or a senior citizen wanders due to dementia, calls to ground search and rescue volunteers are among the first calls that police agencies make in the Halifax Regional Municipality.    Halifax Search & ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight- Mason Meet Sir Mason, he is a 5 year old boy looking for his furever home. He is currently in foster awaiting his new family, and here is what his foster had to say about him. Mason is happiest being alone together. He will curl up by ...

Today marks a year since the Russian invasion of Ukraine Many Canadians have shown support for Ukraine including fundraisers, rallies and helping refugees from the war who now call Canada home. ...

**** Info via Hope for Wildlife Look whoooo’s improved! The great horned owl with the bad eye has moved to the final stage of rehab! He’s now in a large outdoor unit so he can stretch his wings and practice flying again. He came to us in December with the inability to see out of ...

**** Via Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION!! (Located in NS) Hi all, I’m Malfoyt. I am a 4 yr old, 16lb, chi mix fella. I was found as a stray on the streets of Texas and came here to NS to start the search for a forever family. On average, it ...

**** NSHA Media Release February is African Heritage Month and we are celebrating the rich contributions that African Nova Scotians and Black Immigrants from the Caribbean and Africa have made in our society despite their ongoing struggle for equity and social justice. It is a time to recognize the strength and resiliency of Black people ...

****:NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable – Meet Lexi! Lexi has been enjoying some time in a foster home as shelter life can be a little overwhelming for a girl that prefers being with people and is looking to be the only pet in the home so she can have all the attention. This is ...

**** Via Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION!! (Located in NS) Hello Maritimers! Allow me to introduce myself, the name’s Smidge. I am approximately 5 years young, and a manageable 55 lbs. in weight. I hail from a far away land called “Louisiana”I think. As a dog I’m not well-versed in maps ...

Via Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION!! (Located in NS) Hi everyone, my name is Quail, I’m a rambunctious 11 month old American bulldog mix and I’m about 70 lbs. I came from Louisiana a few weeks ago, where I was found as a stray, in search of a better life. I’m ...

Via Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION!! (Located in NS) Hey doggy lovers! My name is Petunia, named after a flower because I am a delicate, beautiful, and strong. I am a one and a half year old Lab/Retriever mix girl weighing around 50 lbs. I came from Louisiana a few weeks ...

Via Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION!! (Located in NS) Hello Everyone! My name is Gracie! I am a 3+ years old labrador mix girlie who weighs about 70lbs. I have been with my foster family for more than two months after coming all the way from Louisiana so my foster mom ...

Via RCMP Hey kids! Help us name Canada’s future RCMP Dogs in the 2023 Name the Puppy Contest It is easy to enter this online contest and we are looking forward to seeing all the super name ideas. 🐾Names must begin with the letter “S”, be 1 -2 syllables and have no more than 9 ...

**** NS SPCA Release LONG TERM RESIDENTS! These beautiful big girls have been waiting way too long in shelter for there forever homes. Every day they watch people come in and out, petting cats and kittens and asking about dogs. They get overlooked and because they are shy, it makes it hard to form a ...

Via Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION!! (Located in NS) Hi. I’m Guero. I am a 6 yr old, Am Staff mix fella weighing approx. 50lbs. I came all the way from Texas a couple weeks ago in hopes of a better life. Now I just need a forever family to complete ...

Via Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION!! (Located in NS) HI, I’m Duke. I am a 2 year old terrier mix boy weighing in at about 10lbs. I came from Texas a couple weeks ago and I’m ready to find my furever family. On average, it takes 100 shares and 100 likes ...

Via Bide Awhile Introducing Binou, Yeti and Winnie who are ready for their forever homes! Click on the images to learn more about each one. If you are interested in learning more about Binou, Yeti or Winnie, or want to book an appointment to meet please contact us during business hours to make arrangements at: ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoption Highlight – Sucre Sucre Approx Age:​ 18 years Gender:​ Male Site:​ Dartmouth This old man is ready for his retirement home! While Sucre may be 18, he certainly doesn’t act his age. He loves to climb his cat tree, play with catnip toys, and, every once in a while, sprint around ...

**** NSHA Media Release February is African Heritage Month and NSHA are celebrating the rich contributions that African Nova Scotians and Black Immigrants from the Caribbean and Africa have made in our society despite their ongoing struggle for equity and social justice. It is a time to recognize the strength and resiliency of Black people ...

Via HRP February is African Heritage Month. Halifax Regional Police is highlighting some of our members as part of our celebrations. For 10 years, Quentin McGann has worked as an Emergency Response Communicator at Integrated Emergency Services (IES) serving as a 911 Call Taker, Police and Fire Dispatcher and more recently a supervisor. Quentin currently ...

Info via Camp Courage Did you know? Captain Natasha Prest is the first African Nova Scotian female career firefighter and the first African Nova Scotian woman promoted to career Captain with the Halifax Regional Fire Service. She has also been a Camp Courage Program Director for many years. ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Jenner Approx Age:​ 2 years Gender:​ Female Site:​ HRM Animal Redemption Centre Name: Jenner – Female/Spayed Breed: Pitbull Terrier Mix Age: 2 years Weight: 23 kgs / 51 lbs Home with cats: Possibly Dog savvy cats with training Home With Dogs: based on meet and greet Children: Ages 14 ...

**** Halifax Libraries Release TD Presents African Heritage Month at Halifax Public Libraries African Heritage Month at Halifax Public Libraries returns with in-person programs and performances for all ages. More than 35 workshops, performances, and community conversations are scheduled for February and beyond. ​ This year’s program has been developed in collaboration with the African ...

**** NS SPCA Release Helping Animals Find their “Fur”ever Homes Funding from PetSmart Charities of Canada™ aided adoptions Many families have been able to give second chances to animals from the Nova Scotia SPCA, thanks in part to a $40,000 grant from PetSmart Charities of Canada™. The grant helped to prepare more animals for adoption, ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Daisy Daisy Approx Age:​ 6 yearsGender:​ FemaleSite: DaisyFemale, Spayed~6 yearsCattle dog xNo childrenNo other petsNo apartmentsHigh energyAfter spending a few weeks with us to ensure her recovery, Miss Daisy is ready for her debut. Daisy arrived at the Dartmouth shelter with a broken leg, but it certainly hasn’t ...

**** Original post from 2017 The Bide Awhile Shelter for Animals looks for forever homes for fuzzy friends Located in Dartmouth, the Bide Awhile shelter is a drop off and adoption center which primarily focuses on cats and dogs of all ages. They open their doors to most situations for surrendered and rescued animals and ...

**** Via Metro Animal Emergency Clinic Leo came to the Metro Animal Emergency Clinic with a urinary blockage “Blocked” cats are common patients at our hospital. Urinary blockages are often caused by the formation of small, sand- like crystals in the bladder (picture the bladder like a gritty glass of water and what settles at ...

Via Camp Courage WHO CAN YOU INSPIRE TODAY? In 2006, a firefighter named Andréa Speranza founded a charity called Camp Courage, The First Responder’s Society. It is a free, award-winning, life-changing camp that informs, educates, and inspires young women and gender-diverse youth toward emergency service careers. The ultimate goal is that the young women leave ...

**** Info via LETR WE’RE BACK!! MARK YOUR CALENDAR The ever-popular Halifax Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Nova Scotia returns in- person on Saturday, April 29th, 2023! Join NSLETR members, Special Olympics Athletes and cheering crowds at Grand Parade Square in Halifax for our Opening Ceremonies.  Then be part of the Torch Run that will lead us to the Halifax waterfront at The Queen’s Marque located on Lower Water ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptables Highlight – Kylie My name is Kylie. I am a 6 year old gorgeous girl who loves to be the boss. I have been in foster for a long time and it would be great for me to find my furever home. I would be best suited for ...

**** CNS Media Release African Heritage Month Celebrations Begin —————————————————– A virtual celebration today, January 23, marked the launch of African Heritage Month with a provincial proclamation and poster unveiling. The month recognizes and highlights the contributions of African Nova Scotians throughout the province’s history. “The theme of African Heritage Month 2023 reminds us that ...

The Lunar New Year is upon us, and if you type lunar new year in Google you will get a firework show surprise! Wishing everyone who celebrates, a safe and happy Lunar New Year! ...

Via Camp Courage Looking for a life changing experience? Camp Courage 2023 applications are now open. The deadline to apply to the camp is March 20th, 2023. Please click the link below for more info. https://campcourage.ca/apply/how-to-apply/   AAbout Camp Courage  Camp Courage: Goals and Objectives   ...

**** HRM Media Release Celebrating African Heritage Month 2023 February is African Heritage Month. This year’s theme, Seas of struggle – African Peoples from Shore to Shore, outlines the struggles that people of African Decent faced from the shores of Africa to the shores of Nova Scotia. This theme explores the adversity that was overcome and ...

**** Info via MARS Seal pupping season is firmly upon us in the Maritime Provinces! If you see a seal or a pup found on or wandering near shorelinesrest assured, most of these animals are fine and doing what wild seals do! While seals spend most of their lives in or around water, they often ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Oreo Oreo Approx Age:​ 1 yearGender:​ FemaleSite:​ Dartmouth Oreo is a bunny that is seeking a loving owner to adopt her and live in their furever home. Oreo likes attention from time to time, but needs time to warm up to new people and situations. She gets a little ...

Via Hope for Wildlife “We probably have over 20 owls in right now, we just got a little saw-whet this morning at our Bridgewater location.” Today – Everyone is welcome to come and visit Buddy on Saturdays from 12PM to 3PM! . . .   ...

We got to meet Hope’s new ambassador with an incredible story ahead of an upcoming Hope for Wildlife open house.  Meet Buddy A few things we learned about this beautiful bald eagle as he adjusts to his new home as an educational ambassador. He’s definitely over six,  He’s mature. So over six or so and ...

**** Via Halifax Cat Rescue Dolly and Johnny, now six months of age, are well overdue for a fur-ever home together Former bottle-babies, they are super-socialized to humans, where they are amazingly loving and outgoing. They’ve also got a healthy dose of badness, where they are busting out in exuberant energy, primed for trouble-making and ...

**** Info via Hope for Wildlife One incredible journey. Welcome home, Buddy the Bald Eagle! In October of 2021, Buddy was found injured and suspected of being hit by a car. He had suffered severe head, wing, and spine trauma – the last of which gave him partial paralysis in his legs. Being from the ...

**** Halifax Mermaids Release Local Mermaid Performer and Mother Go Viral on Youtube with Infant Son; Awarded “Silver Play Button”​ Local business owners Sean and Raina Norman never imagined when starting their Youtube account, that it would one day be viewed by people all over the world. The couple are as shocked about their recent ...

Via Hope for Wildlife This beautiful barred owl is one of the first patients brought to Hope for Wildlife in 2023 Hit by a car, she has a suspected fracture of the radius bone in her left wing. We have over a dozen barred owls in rehab right now as a result of being hit ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight If you’ve been searching far and wide to find the purr-fect furry companion, I welcome you to explore our corner of the realm! Here we have our resident knight, Lance. Much like the legendary Lancelot, our Lance takes his place at the round table whenever he can! ...

With the new year upon us, we’ve sat back and reflected on some of the events from the past year Please There is no doubt that 2022 was a busy year, with many challenges and tragedies.​ But there have also been many positive uplifting stories in 2022.​ Here are some (but not all) memorable 2022 ...

Via NS SPCA Need help feeding your pet this holiday season? 🎄 Check out our free SPCA Pet Pantry! 🐾 If you are unable to afford pet food or litter, please click the link below and fill out a quick form. ✨ We’ll arrange for a contactless pick-up at the SPCA shelter closest to you. ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Kylie Kylie was surrender to us back in November of 2020 as the lifestyle in her previous home changed. You read that right. 2020! You see Kylie has a special “cattitude” and will need a good period of time to adjust to her new life but ...

**** DFO Media Release Leatherback Sea Turtle (Dermochelys coriacea), Atlantic population   The female leatherback sea turtle can lay clutches of up to 90 eggs several times during the nesting season! Range New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Atlantic Ocean Description The Leatherback Sea Turtle is 1 of 7 species of ...

**** Info via Bide Awhile Happy Caturday! We have some new friends who are looking for their furever homes. (Taj) Please say hello to Taj, Cola, Reeses, Mars, Joy, Joseph, Jeffy, and Louis! (Cola) We would like to see Jeffy and Louis go to a new home together as they are a bonded pair. (Reeses) ...

**** DND Media Release Canadian NORAD Region: Ready to escort Santa once again ​ The countdown to December 24th has begun! As the big night approaches, the Canadian NORAD Region (CANR) is happy to announce that we will be monitoring and escorting Santa as he completes his journey through Canadian airspace once again! The news ...

**** Via Hope for Wildlife I am very grateful and happy to be acknowledged by receiving the Order of Nova Scotia. The growth of Hope for Wildlife has, and will always be, the result of an amazing group of people who have come together to share in the same goals and mission. I would like ...

(HRFE) Friends, families and pups made their way to HRFE Stn 13 (King St) as Capt. Keating and Eng Kennedy take thier last day before retirement. With a combined 71 years of service, we thank you for all you have done! . . . .     ...

**** CNS Media Release New Wel-lukwen Award, Other Nova Scotia Human Rights Honours Presented —————————————————— Four individual Nova Scotians and three groups received Nova Scotia Human Rights Awards in honour of their work creating a more equitable, inclusive and respectful province at an event in Halifax today, December 9. The awards included a new honour, ...

**** HRM Media Release The history of the Halifax Explosion Thursday, December 6, 1917, dawned bright and clear in Halifax. World War I raged in Europe, and the port city was busy with the movement of war ships carrying troops, relief supplies and munitions. Around eight that morning, the Norwegian ship carrying relief supplies to ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Sophie Sophie It has been a long 5 months for Sophie.​ At 8-years-old, Sophie, made her way into our care after being found as a stray cat. After no luck in finding an owner, and being medically cleared for adoption, Sophie was all set to begin ...

With a bit over $35k in cash and a ton of toys the Q104 / Professional Firefighters Toy Drive is wrapping up another year. Incredible! . (via Janice Langley) . . (via James Turple) . . . . . .         ...

A big thank you to FF Kennedy and Capt. Keating from Stn 13 (King St) who will be retiring soon after a combined 71 years of service. Enjoy the retirement! .     ...

Via NS SPCA ❗️ Cats VS Dogs is back ❗️ For Giving Tuesday last year, we asked YOU to help settle this BFF battle. Cats took the crown and just as expected, they have been rubbing it in everyone’s noses. 👑 But can they win two years in a row?? 🐱🐶 Donate and vote for ...

**** Info via Hope for Wildlife Buddy the Bald Eagle needs your help! https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/hope-for-wildlife-society This is Buddy the Bald Eagle before the groundbreaking surgery to fix his spine. In October of 2021, he was brought to the Atlantic Veterinary College unable to stand or walk. Despite his strong will to get better and his long ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Jessie Jessie has been seeking a new home for over a month now with no luck. She is eager to start this new chapter of her life and knows that there is a loving home waiting just for her.​ “Jessie is a very refined 4-year-old kitty, ...

**** Info via Bide Awhile Please say hello to Luna, our featured adoptable cat Luna is a domestic long hair brown female, 5 years old. She is a little shy at first but quickly comes around with a few chin scratches. She can be very affectionate but wants all of your attention so would prefer ...

Via Q104 – The Q Toy Drive, December 1st and 2nd at the Highfield Park Fire Station! Drop off a new unwrapped toy, and the Parker Street Food and Furniture Bank will deliver it safely to a kid who will love it forever. Big thanks to our helper elves at Best Buy, Metro Self Storage ...

**** Info via Hope for Wildlife This cast may be a bit too small to sign… We recently received this orphaned young American Red Squirrel that turned out to have a broken front leg. He seems content with the level of health care he’s receiving. Did you know that squirrels make mushroom jerky? Mushrooms are ...

Some photos from the Sullivan’s Pond Remembrance Day service. Lest we forget. For me, any family and friends, past and present, who are or have served, and to all those past and present, thank you. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

**** Info via Fight4Life Release of the 2023 Firefighters and their Pets Calenda This year’s event honours our Fallen; those firefighters who have paid the ultimate price in the line of duty.   One hundred percent of all calendar sales go to the programs that help currently serving or retired Halifax Firefighters of IAFF Local 268. ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Oakley Oakley has won the hearts of many with his adorable puppy dog eyes! Oakley is a social butterfly when it comes to people and has the biggest smile and tippy-tappy feet to show just how happy he is. When the time is right Oakley can ...

**** Info via Hope for Wildlife These two orphaned baby raccoons were brought in last week after their mom was hit by a car. They may be the last baby raccoons we receive for the year, and they will grow up with us over the winter. Thankfully, they have each other for company and to ...

**** Info via Healing Animal SCARS SPECIAL FOSTER-TO-ADOPT HOME NEEDED!! Healing Animal Scars – Sonya’s Cat & Animal Rescue Society is looking for a special foster-to-adopt home for Fern. A foster home that could potentially become her forever home. She cannot be adopted yet because Fern has not been spayed yet. She is still nursing ...

Via HRFE – If you’re interested in being a volunteer firefighter, stations across HRM could use your help! There’s still time to apply before training in January. Visit halifax.ca/firevolunteers or email volff@halifax.ca for more information. ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable highlight – Nutmeg and Papillon Nutmeg and Papillon are a bonded pair.Hi! Are you our new family? We are very social bunnies who are used to lots of space to free roam. We LOVE LOVE LOVE veggies, but who doesn’t??We are great at using our litterbox once comfortable ...

Another fun year comes to a close at the Alderney Landing Haunted Mansion **** Info via Alderney Landing Scariest Haunted Mansion wraps up at Alderney Landing   Alderney Landing’s annual Bluenose Ghosts Festival kicked off on Friday, Oct. 7.  This year’s festival featured the scariest Haunted Mansion in Metro.  “East Coast Scares has created the Haunted ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoption Highlight – Jessie This 4-year-old beauty is Jessie.​   Jessie is a refined kitty with impeccable house manners. She wants nothing more than to join you on the couch for some loving head pats at the end of a long day. When first arriving to her foster home, ...

Looking out for the turtles Looking out for the turtles Construction is unde­rway to provide a pa­rtial new path conne­cting the Russel Lake trails in Dartmout­h.​ However, a rece­nt clearing stirred up some problems for some local resident­s: mama Eastern painted tur­tles. These  turtles will nest in the same environment every sea­son and are a ...

We spoke to Jule about Cold Play NS about what it’s about and why it’s good for you! (Q) Who are you and what is your group? Jule Shanks, the group is called “Cold Play NS” -the fbk group was started by myself in Nov 2021 in the hopes of building a community, now we ...

***’ NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable highlight – Chymo Chymo Approx Age:​ 7 years Everyone meet Chymo!​ This large fella is estimated at 7 years. Chymo is an American bulldog mix. He is a big boy at over 38 kilograms!​ After coming into the SPCAs care at no fault to his own he is ready ...

Do you know this picture? This was painted by a teacher of a student at Joseph Howe School in the 70s or early 80s. The teachers family who has this work is looking to connect with the student or their family! The teacher was Norma Morash. If you have info please message us here and ...

****’ Bide Awhile Release Please say hello to Bide Awhile’s latest adoptable cats – Pumpkin, Oreo, Radish, and Carrot! If you are interested in learning more about these cats, or want to book an appointment to meet one, please give us a call at 902-469-9578. Check our website to learn a little more about who ...

Via HRFE HRFE are always looking to recruit new volunteer firefighters across HRM If you live in Hammonds Plains, Hatchet Lake, Shad Bay, Seabright, Black Point, Lakeside, Timberlea, Williamswood, or Upper Tantallon your community could use your help. Come join our team!   Visit halifax.ca/firevolunteers or email volff@halifax.ca for more information. ...

**’* HRFE Release   Today, we celebrated AC Sherry Dean as she was promoted to Assistant Chief, responsible for the Workplace Culture & Inclusion Portfolio. Well done, AC Dean, we’re so excited to have you in this role! . . . . . . .     ...

HRFE Chief Stuebing marks 5 years this week in the HRM. With vast paramedic and fire service experience, he brought new ideas and action to the HRFE even through a challenging pandemic. Thank you for your service and congratulations. (A bit more from the HRFE coming up later today) ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Elena Meet 6-year-old Elena. She’s currently in a foster home right now awaiting her furever loving home. She was an owner surrender due to a big change in her life, but no fault of her own. She has been in her foster home for a little ...

As with every long weekend, we want to wish you all a safe Thanksgiving.   Please do not drive impaired if you are travelling and pre adjust your belts before supper. Take care everyone! ...

Via HRP – Cst. Aileen Mitchell-Halliday broke through as the first woman police officer to go on the Halifax Police Department’s street patrol in 1975. Cst Mitchell-Halliday was also HPD’s first woman police officer on the Mounted Unit. #WomensHistoryMonth ...

**** Canada.ca Release October is Women’s History Month in Canada, a time to celebrate the women and girls from our past, and our present, who are contributing to a better, more inclusive Canada. In 1992, the Government of Canada designated October as Women’s History Month, marking the beginning of an annual celebration of the outstanding ...

**** Canadian Army Release To honour Women’s History Month, we remember the sacrifice of Captain Nichola Goddard of 1st Royal Canadian Horse Artillery. Captain Nichola Goddard, a forward observer with the 1st Royal Canadian Horse Artillery, lost her life during ground offensive operations in Kandahar on May 17, 2006. She was the first Canadian female ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Kenmore We are excited to introduce you to Kenny! This 5-year-old handsome small shepherd mix is ready to start interviewing possible families. ​ Kenmore loves playing with water from the hose, destroying stuffies and carrying sticks around. He is happy when he is chasing birds, squirrels ...

**** Healing Animal SCARS Release Revello and DillyBar are between 5 and 6 months old, and they have been with the rescue since they were tiny kittens! Their sister was adopted 2 months ago. It’s a shame that we haven’t found a home yet for this bonded pair of brothers who must stay together. Normally ...

**** HRM Media Release September 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Formerly Orange Shirt Day, it’s a day to recognize the on-going legacy and impacts of residential schools. It is a day for quiet reflection.   National Day for Truth and Reconciliation In its commitment to reconciliation and ensuring that the tragic ...

**** Info via Bide Awhile Please contact the shelter for more information “Introducing Sim, Lista, Winona, Mia, Lucy, and Boo! They are the newest adoptable cats just added to our website. (Sim) If you are interested in learning more about someone in this crew, or want to book an appointment to meet one, please give ...

**** Info via HRFE On National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and throughout the month of October, you may see HRFE crews wearing this Orange Shirt. It was designed by HRFE member Leroy Fontaine, in consultation with Indigenous community members. The crest symbols explained: The maple leaf symbolizes Canada and the ally-ship needed as an ...

***’ HRM Media Release Municipality recognizing National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Mi’kmaq History Month and Treaty Day   The Halifax Regional Municipality invites residents to recognize National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Treaty Day and Mi’kmaq History Month. The Halifax Regional Municipality is located in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and traditional lands of the Mi’kmaq ...

**** Info via Hope for Wildlife In July Hope for Wildlife posted about an orphaned baby bobcat that was found very dehydrated and very cold. Look at him now – showing off his incredible balancing skills! A tiny 836 grams when he came in, he now weighs almost 4 kg, and he will be with ...

Via HRFE Are you interested in being a volunteer firefighter? (Video message below) HRFE are recruiting volunteers across HRM this fall to begin training in January 2023. Come join our amazing team of first responders! Hear what some of our members have to say about what it’s like to volunteer. Volunteer Firefighter Recruitment in Halifax ...

**** Info via Bide Awhile Introducing Lou, Jinx, Sophie, Porkey, Elmer, Tweetie, and Wiley! They are the newest adoptable cats just added to our website. If you are interested in learning more about someone in this crew, or want to book an appointment to meet one, please give us a call at 902-469-9578. Check our ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA are SO excited to announce that our friends at Bulwark Ciders launched a new SPCA specialty cider and they have hit the shelves just in time for the weekend! 🎉 The cans feature 10 SPCA shelter pets and proceeds are donated back to help local pets in need! Get ...

**** Info via Hope for Wildlife This red squirrel found himself entangled in some plastic netting, which was wrapped around his neck and one paw We were able to catch him and remove the netting, and fortunately it had not caused any serious injuries. All kinds of things we put in our yard can be ...

According to the Nova Scotia Turtle Patrol, the dry and hot summer has lead to some snapping turtle nests hatching a bit early. These two little slow pokes were last from their nest from a popular nesting site in HRM. Snapping turtles are a species at risk. Follow the NS Turtle Patrol The Nova Scotia ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoption Highlight – Luna Check out this lovely gal! Luna is a spry 9-year-old female who is hoping to find a cozy place to call her own. She has been spoiled in her current foster home, but is eager to find that permanent place. Check out what her foster ...

**** NS SPCA Release Help find Harley a loving home! 🐶 Harley has been with the SPCA for 114 days. He is waiting patiently for that moment when someone will look into his eyes and see how special he is. 🥺   Drop by the Colchester SPCA shelter today to see if Harley is your ...

**** NS SPCA Release Adoptable Highlight – Jasper Ready to meet our resident polar bear? Just kidding!​ Jasper is in search of his forever home at the ripe age of 8 years old! This lovable bully mix is attention seeking and wants nothing more than endless bum scritches! Jasper is on a special veterinary diet ...

**** Reposted story The Pipes and Drums of the HRFE You hear them before you see them, and the Halifax Fire Rescue and Emergency “Union Fire Club Pipes and Drums Band” marches with pride and purpose as they entertain the crowds with enthusiasm. Originally founded in 2006 with about 6 original members, the idea was ...

**** NS SPCA Release   Adoptable Highlight – Toupi and Binou These two handsome gentlemen are the best of both worlds. They would both thrive in a loving home where they can roam freely and let their unique personalities shine! Looking for snuggles? Toupi is your guy! Looking for adventure? Bino is the bunny for ...

**** Bide Awhile Release A-Jay, Alias and Andy are long haired black kittens that are available for adoption We are open for adoption appointments Tuesday to Friday 10-5 and Saturday 10-2. Call to adopt your new best friend! Call – 902-469-9578     ...

Via HRP – Today is International Dog Day🐶. Police Service Dog Morgan (left) and Police Service Dog Jynx (right) are two of the pawsome members of the Halifax Regional Police K-9 Unit. Our K-9 teams have many duties. To name a few: they help track lost people; search for suspects & detect illicit drugs. ...

Sent to us from SCARS Please share This pair of beautiful shy girls have been with the rescue for over 5 months, patiently waiting in a Foster home for somebody understanding who will love them. Please call me at 902-469-6369 for a pre screening interview if you are interested in applying to adopt these girls ...

Eleanor, with Halifax Transit, sent this in to us. Great job! Every year under the wonderful direction of Jeannie Garbett, Halifax Transit ATU 508 Members collect & donate hundreds of dollars of school supplies to a needy school. This year, South Woodside was delighted to receive such a generous donation. Jeannie started this about 6 ...

You’ve seen them in parades and at various events.   We had a chance to chat with magical royalty about transferring into beloved Little Princess “We are “Little Princess Parties Halifax” and we have been in business since 2013. Little Princess Parties is a children’s entertainment company​ that brings fairytale characters to life for the joy ...

**** Bide Awhile Please say hello to Bide Awhile’s latest adoptable cats! Lot’s of friendly faces looking for their furever home. If you are interested in learning more about someone in this crew, or want to book an appointment to meet one, please give us a call at 902-469-9578. Check our website to learn a ...

We got to meet the incredibly talented Luminosity Circus at the Keloose festival.​ ​ We asked this talented group what got them into fire acts,​ hooping,​ acrobatics and more! Name / Company or Organization Luminosity Circus What do you do and how long have you been doing this? Luminosity Circus is a non-profit circus agency ...

We got to talk with Chelee Cromwell,  local sci-fi, fantasy, romance book author,  about what inspired her to write and starting her brand after battling cancer “NEWBIA came from a dream I dreamed for two months straight. Waking each morning with a new adventure to write. During a time in my life, when I was ...

**** NS SPCA Release Happy National Black Cat AppreciationDay! Here are the top 3 reasons to adopt a black or tuxedo cat: 1️⃣ They are Halloween icons 2️⃣ They are always ready for a formal occasion 3️⃣ They will love you forever Come see for yourself! 😻 Drop by our shelter and Lily Pad Cat ...

**** Info via Hope for Wildlife Hope for Wildlife’s Annual Open House is our biggest fundraiser each year, attracting thousands of visitors from all over Canada. Our open house for 2022 will be held on September 10th from 12:00PM to 4:00PM! Get a once-a-year “behind-the-scenes” look at our wildlife rescue and rehabilitation facility with tours ...

Shared on behalf of the organizers “16 year old Devon Sinclair Marsman has been missing since Feb 2022 in Spryfield ,Halifax. There have been no reported sightings of Devon since Feb 25th. Devon’s family have worked tirelessly since his dissapearance,spreading the word and begging people to speak up but still have no answers as we ...

Today, the mighty Gus the gopher tortoise took pqrt in one of several hatchday celebrations Looking good for being 100, buddy! **** Via Museum of Natural History You’re invited to Gus’s birthday weekend: Friday August 12, Saturday, August 13 and Sunday, August 14 with parties at 11 am and 2 pm each day. Join us all weekend ...

***** NS SPCA Release New Veterinary Assistants in Nova Scotia Nova Scotia SPCA College of Animal Welfare Graduates First Class It was a momentous day for the Nova Scotia SPCA College of Animal Welfare, as the first class of Veterinary Assistants graduated on Tuesday, August 9, 2022. The college, an independent post-secondary institution, is one ...

**** NS SPCA Release Introducing Toe Beans Brew and Dog City! 🐾 We are so honoured and thankful that Java Blend Coffee Roasters is supporting the SPCA with two special roasts. ☕️ $1 from every bag and $3 from every bundle sold will be donated to help local homeless pets. 💙 PLUS they are generously ...

**** Info via Halifax SAR   Halifax Search and Rescue is turning the big 5-0 this year! As part of our celebrations, we’re searching for a new logo. We’ve searched far and wide, and like logos such as the Central Okanagan Search & Rescue and South Fraser Search and Rescue. We are really hoping to ...

Today is International Cat Day! International Cat Day is a celebration which takes place on 8 August of every year. It was created in 2002 by the International Fund for Animal Welfare. It is a day to raise awareness for cats and promote ways to help and protect them. ...

**** NS SPCA Release Kittens Galore  The Dartmouth SPCA currently has an abundance of kittens available for adoption! We are open from 11-3pm Saturday and Sunday. If you are looking for the sweetest new addition to your home, please feel free to stop by to meet these cuties Kitten adoption fees are $350 and include ...

**** Info via Museum of Natural History Gus is turning 100 and we’re celebrating for three days! You’re invited to Gus’s birthday weekend: Friday August 12, Saturday, August 13 and Sunday, August 14 with parties at 11 am and 2 pm each day. Join us all weekend to: Visit the Gus exhibit celebrating all things Gus See ...

**** Info via Bide Awhile Newt is looking for a foster home. Could you be the purrrfect fit? Newt is part of our Long Term Foster/Palliative Care Program. He is a 16 year old cat with the spirit of a kitten. He is playful, handsome and has a charming personality. He loves to chat and ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Kaiser Hello gorgeous!​ Meet Kaiser, a 5-year young German Shepherd looking for a new home and family to adventure with. Kaiser is very strong boy who needs leash training! Like most Shepherds, Kaiser can take a minute to be comfortable when meeting some new people and ...

**** Info via HRM Animal Redemption Centre Calling all finch lovers! We recently had a request to assist finding some homes for ~50 finches. These delightful little nuggets of sunshine are looking for homes of their own. Finches are very social birds so we would like to see them be adopted in pairs or small ...

***’ Info via Hope for Wildlife Happy World Nature Conservation Day! World Nature Conservation Day is celebrated every year on July 28 all across the world. It aims to create awareness about the importance of the planet’s natural resources and conservations issues around them. This year’s theme for World Nature Conservation Day is ‘Living Sustainably ...

**** HRM Media Release Municipality observes Emancipation Day The Halifax Regional Municipality is encouraging residents to observe Emancipation Day on and in advance of August 1. In 2021, the Province of Nova Scotia officially designated August 1 as Emancipation Day, in recognition of the history and impacts of slavery in our region. It provides residents ...

**** NS SPCA Release 🚨ATTENTION 🚨 Now that we have it, check out these picture purfect pups! All of these cuties are looking for your help to find families to call their own. Sweet Pea starts us off. This exuberant young gal is only 10 and a half months old. She is seeking an active ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA  Adoptable Highlight – Sweet Pea Who is ready for a summer of adventure? Sweet Pea is and she would like to take you along for the ride!​ Believed to be an American Staffordshire Terrier and Shepherd mix, Sweet Pea is only 10 and a half months old. She is ...

**** Info via NS SPCA Orange you glad that Orangie is up for foster-to-adopt! 🧡 Yep, you read that right. Orangie, one of the five emaciated dogs, is the next pup ready to continue her rehabilitation plan in a loving home. Orangie is a big cuddle bug who has the most adorable little prance when ...

**** NS SPCA Release ❗️ NEW – Update on the 5 emaciated dogs ❗️ Raise the woof! After weeks with the SPCA, three of the five dogs are ready to continue their rehabilitation plans in homes. With foster-to-adopt, thanks to generous donors, we will continue to cover their care until they are medically cleared. Families ...

**** NS SPCA Release Hello, hello – I’m Professor Poutine! As Bob Ross would say I was a 𝘩𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘺 𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘵𝘭𝘦 𝘢𝘤𝘤𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵. My mum has nine lives and was determined on making 99 more. But thanks to the SPCA’s P.U.P. Program, she was spayed for free, and I was adopted and got the best name ever. ...

**** NS SPCA Release 📣 Sweet Pea and Valentino Need Your Help 📣 These two adoptable dogs work hard but play harder! After a long day of romping around in the back yard in the pool, they were ready to settle in for a snuggle and a snack 🍽 However, the shelter is running a ...

**** Info via Camp Courage Goals and Objectives The primary purpose of the camp is to introduce young women to careers as first responders.  The camp will aim to provide information, inspiration, education and opportunities to experience the physical demands, thereby allowing a more accurate perception of what it takes to act in these roles. ...

**** NS SPCA Release   **Did you know** Mice can make wonderful pets for most people. They are clean, friendly, fun and very active creatures that will give you hours of enjoyment and great company. They are also quite intelligent and, with lots of time and attention, can be taught how to do tricks. They ...

**** NS SPCA Release ❗️ Update on the 5 emaciated dogs – graphic (but extremely sweet) photo below ❗️ On behalf of Greenie and his doggie friends, we want to thank all the generous animal lovers who have helped on their journey to recovery. The dogs are feeling your love and support. The dogs have ...

A Regimental Memorial for Constable Heidi Stevenson, who died in the line of duty on April 19, 2020, took place today in Cole Harbour. Due to COVID restrictions at the time of Cst. Stevenson’s passing, the RCMP was unable to hold a Regimental Funeral and a private family funeral was held. Biography Constable Heidi Stevenson ...

**** CNS Media Release 2022 Pride Flag Raising in Halifax ————————————————————————————————– A symbol of Pride is waving over Province House today, June 28, in Halifax. As part of Pride Month celebrations, Public Service Commission Minister Colton LeBlanc and Kevin Barrett, Co-chair of the Pride Nova Scotia Government Employee Network, raised the Pride flag in support ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Buddy That face and oh those eyes, make our hearts melt! This handsome and loving 4 year old Pitbull terrier boy is Buddy. Buddy has become a shelter favorite with his goofy personality and heart full of love. This guy loves going for walks and is ...

**** RCMP Media Release Regimental Memorial for Constable Heidi Stevenson The family of Constable Heidi Stevenson and the law enforcement community will be honouring Cst. Stevenson during an RCMP Regimental Memorial on Wednesday, June 29, 2022. Due to COVID restrictions at the time of Cst. Stevenson’s passing, the RCMP was unable to hold a Regimental ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable – Valentino ⭐Hello Handsome⭐ If you are looking for quirky than look no further, we believe Valentino may be the guy for you! His soulful eyes and muscular stature is sure to get people to stop them in their tracks. Valentino loves greeting his favourite people with a ...

Today marks the 26th anniversary of June 21st officially being named Indigenous Peoples Day.   We’re also in the midst of National Indigenous History Month, so today especially, take some time to commemorate the heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis! ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoption Highlight – Winnie Winnie is our newest Palliative Care girl! She is estimated at 16 years young and was surrendered when her owner was no longer able to provide care. During Winnie’s initial exam she was found to have a number of health concerns. This strong lady has ...

Today, the HRFE welcomed new career firefighters to their ranks in a graduation ceremony in Dartmouth. The new firefighters will deploy to their new posts soon, strengthening the communities they serve. Congratulations to the new firefighters. ...

**** Info via Hope for Wildlife Meet Burt! Burt is a very small orphaned baby groundhog that came to us a couple of weeks ago – he was thin and dehydrated and he weighed only 190 grams. While adult groundhogs are capable of weighing up to 7 kilograms, they are very small when they are ...

**** Cape Breton Police Release Meet the newest canine member of the CBRPS… Police Service Dog “CHIP”! Chip will serve alongside his partner Dale – dog handler Cst. Dale MacLean – whose current canine is ready to retire. Chip is a nearly 2-year-old German Shepherd who came to us from Europe and recently completed a ...

*** Info via Camp Courage Donations are what keeps this fantastic and unique course going! Experience Camp Courage The First Responders Society is an incorporated non-profit company established by firefighter Andréa Speranza, in January 2006, for the purpose of introducing young women aged 15- 19 to careers as first responders; primarily paramedics, police officers, and ...

**** Info via Hope for Wildlife   Barred owls may look quiet and introspective, but they can actually be quite chatty in the wild. Adult barred owls have at least 13 different vocalizations of differing numbers of notes, durations, and pitches – all of which they can vary a little bit. Males and females actually ...

**** Canada.ca Release D-Day and the Battle of Normandy Canadians landed on the beaches of Normandy on D-Day, 6 June 1944, and helped begin the liberation of Western Europe. 6 June 1944 Introduction A half century is a long time in a world that moves quickly from one fad to the next. Living in their greatly ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Terrence and Kevin Cooey “I tawt I taw a puddy tat”, nope just some adorable budgie birds that are hoping to find themselves a loving home.​ This duo is Terrence (green) and Kevin Cooey (blue). Although they came into our care separately they have become best ...

**** HRFE Release Hey HRM! We want to shine a spotlight on your fire safety success stories. Did your smoke alarm alert you and your family of an emergency? Have you practiced or used an escape plan? Please send us your feel-good fire safety story in 250 words or less by July 22 to fireprevention@halifax.ca. ...

**** HRM Media Release June is National Indigenous History Month June is National Indigenous History Month, a time to honour the history, heritage and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples across Canada. It is also an opportunity to recognize the strength of present-day Indigenous communities. This year marks the 26th anniversary of National Indigenous Peoples ...

Info via Canada.ca “Why the maple leaf? While the design of the flag was new, it featured a familiar symbol that had a long history of use in Canada.   The maple leaf emerged in the 19th century as a symbol of Canadian identity and was everywhere in popular culture: books, songs, coins, badges, banners, ...

Candle Light Vigil for Devon Sinclair Marsman, who has been missing since February 25th, 2022. #BringDevonHome Saturday, June 4th at 6pm Bayers Westwood Park (basketball court) Romans Ave, Halifax All welcome ...

The HRFE are preparing for 21 new recruits to join their ranks A recent course is drawing to an end as recruits put all they’ve learned into a complete training exercise, combining search and rescue with fire control, fire and smoke theory, first-aid and more, all learned over the last several months, into full action. ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Titan He is believed to be an American Staffordshire Terrier mix estimated at 2 years old.​ After his long journey on the streets, his last stop on his adventure was the SPCA to get some TLC. He has had a few weeks of love and care ...

DYK? Today is World Turtle Day. Over 200 kinds of turtles are known in the world, with over 7 species (one invasive) in Nova Scotia! The purpose of World Turtle Day, May 23 is to bring attention to, and increase knowledge of and respect for, turtles and tortoises, and encourage human action to help them ...

**** NS SPCA Release Helping pets can be extremely rewarding but also emotionally taxing.  Animal lovers enter this field because they adore pets and want to help. But the work is never done, and we can’t always win. To help, the Nova Scotia SPCA is offering a free five-week Resilience Support Group to any veterinary ...

**** Info via Halifax SAR Halifax Search and Rescue Dog Jet Hangs up his Search Harness For over 11 years a highly energetic black Labrador Retriever known to his friends as “Jet” was a common sight at Halifax Search and Rescue missing person and evidence searches. Search and Rescue dogs in Nova Scotia are required ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoption Highlight – Wombat Anyone who has had a guinea pig knows how sweet and charming they can be! Little Wombat is no different. He is slowly working on gaining the trust to be handled, but would benefit from an experienced home willing to continue to give him attention ...

**** CNS Media Release Province Marks 30th Anniversary of Westray Mine Disaster ——————————————————– Three decades have passed since an explosion at a mine in Plymouth, Pictou County, killed 26 workers. Today, May 9, Nova Scotians will gather to mark the 30th anniversary of the Westray disaster. “Nova Scotians will never forget that day when those ...

Although it took longer than anticipated, the tech issues are resolved and we are back! We lost content from early may but all has been added today.  It looks like a lot happened today doesn’t it?  Lol Thanks for being patient and here’s hoping for stability! ...

Information via Halifax SAR. We are sorry for the loss This week has been another tough one for members of Halifax Search and Rescue. We’ve lost a close friend, a great human, and an exceptional #GSAR volunteer, Kevin Burnett. Kevin joined the team after moving into a house close to one of our long-time members. ...

**** NS SPCA Release 🦎No, this is NOT an dinosaur from the Jurassic Park movies! 🦎 This little dude is Vega, and is a Tegu, which is a species of lizard. To be specific, Vega is an Argentinian black and white Tegu. The diet for this prehistoric looking lizard is a vast variety of vegetables, ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoption Highlight – Thumper What is soft as velvet, cuddly as a teddy bear, and as curious as George?​ Why it is Thumper!​ Little Thumper is a curious young boy who would do well with another friendly and social bunny. His petite size makes him that much more adorable ...

**** NS SPCA Release Can you help Tobias and his shelter friends ⁉️ Tobias noticed we are dangerously low on wet food here at the shelter! This handsome boy really looks forward to breakfast and supper, he just LOVES wet food He also knows how busy the shelter has been getting and those new kitties ...

Today is International Firefighters’ Day, observed each year on 4th May You are invited to remember the past firefighters who have died while serving their community or dedicated their lives to protecting the safety of us all. At the same time, we can show our support and appreciation to the firefighters world wide who continue ...

**** NS SPCA Release Alright friends, we need you to do your thing. 💙 PLEASE SHARE and help us find a loving family for Harold. Harold has been with the Colchester SPCA for 75 days! Harold is a handsome boy who is full of potential, energy, and love. Like many youngsters, he just wants to ...

**** DND Media Release Royal Canadian Navy Commemorates 77th Anniversary of the Battle of the Atlantic Today, Canadians from coast to coast to coast will commemorate the 77th anniversary of the end of action in the Battle of the Atlantic and the sacrifices of the thousands of Canadians who fought valiantly from 1939-1945 during the longest campaign of ...

The brrrrrrave divers took to the waters of Halifax Harbour today as the Law Enforcement Torch Run raised money for the Special Olympics with the ever popular Polar Plunge! Participants were cheered on by on lookers and team mascots as divers watched on (luckily not needed). Members of HRP, RCMP, Halifax Search and Rescue as ...

**** HRM Media Release Municipality announces 2022 Volunteer Awards recipients The Halifax Regional Municipality has announced the recipients of the 2022 Volunteer Awards. This annual event puts a spotlight on residents that have made a difference in their community by donating their time and skills to various programs and services. The 2022 Volunteer Awards recipients ...

**** Ingenium and Fisheries and Oceans Canada Release Species at Risk in Canada Ingenium and Fisheries and Oceans Canada have teamed up to highlight some of the marine species found in Canadian waters that are currently listed as species at risk under the Species At Risk Act. Each of the posters found on this page ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Mindy Mindy is a beautiful dog with a big smile! She is great with new people and loves everyone she meets. She is believed to be a Labrador Retriever/ American Staffordshire terrier mix who is estimated at 3 years young.​ Mindy is a dog who loves ...

**** HRFE Release It’s National Volunteer Week! We’re proud of our 500 volunteers that support their community in the most challenging circumstances. They offer support day and night to ensure a safer Halifax Regional Municipality. To learn more about volunteering with Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency visit halifax.ca/firevolunteers This week we also recognize the many ...

Even through a pandemic, the important work of the amazing Hope for Wildlife continued Hope for Wildlife provides an important service bridging educating the public on wildlife behaviour, environment and respect as well as providing vital healthcare and rescue for the injured. For many rescued wildlife, they will be rehabilitated and eventually released back into ...

Cute (and a bit sad) story via CFB Halifax – We are thrilled to introduce this week’s #CFBFurryFriend siblings – Derek and Meredith! We are thrilled to introduce this week’s #CFBFurryFriend siblings – Derek and Meredith! In November 2021, a wild rabbit had baby bunnies under the deck of a post office. The babies were ...

**** Info via Hope for Wildlife Did you know that mother deer leave their fawns alone on purpose? Many of the calls on deer we receive at Hope for Wildlife are for fawns that are found by themselves without a mother around. This may seem scary for human parents, but in the animal kingdom it ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoption Highlight – Dodge and Chevy Our much anticipated, bonded pair, Chevy (4 years old) and Dodge (6 years old) are ready to make their adoption debut! These sweet boys have been off and on the adoption floor over the past few months and everyone that meets them absolutely ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Myrtle Myrtle is available for adoption through the Dartmouth SPCA! She is a young adult who is now spayed and ready to find a loving home to give her all the snuggles, dandelions, and ability to explore and stretch her legs. Myrtle is quiet, curious and ...

Thank you! Info via HRFE   Today marks the start of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, a time to recognize and thank the folks who work 24/7 behind the scenes to be there for all of us during emergencies. We couldn’t do our jobs without their calm and steady support. #NPSTW2022 Halifax Regional Police Halifax ...

Meet Vig & Vaz!  These two young black labs are the newest members of Task Force 5’s HUSAR team These dogs were trained at the Penn Vet Working Dog Center in Philadelphia. They have been trained in locating survivors under collapsed structures or landslides and have a unique work structure than other search and rescue ...

**** DND Media Release Canadian soldier of the First World War identified ​ ​ The Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces have confirmed the identification of remains recovered during​ a munitions clearing process north of Lens, France, as being those of Sergeant Richard Musgrave, a Canadian soldier of the First World War. ...

Members of Canada’s Task Force 5 HUSAR team were on scene of a very realistic training exercise, an accumulation of  training on specific tasks such as search and rescue and machines, leading up to a full fledged realistic exercise testing their knowledge, their grit, and their determination. ​ Please note:​ A repost of the original ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable – Kitty Meet Kitty! This girl may knock over your favorite china but you will be greeted with a large smile and wiggly butt in return! She prefers the wide open spaces that the country has to offer so her ideal home would not be in the city. ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoption Highlight – Baxter We are excited to introduce everyone to Baxter! ​ This 5.5 year-old Labrador Retriever mix is a very rambunctious and loving boy who will be sure to steal your heart. A home with children 14 years and older that would be willing to play the ...

Via Camp Courage – We proudly announce that Camp Courage Indigenous is open for applications at https://campcourage.ca/. Please share this fantastic opportunity for Indigenous females aged 15-18. The Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre and we are available for assistance. Posters and brochures will be available on Wednesday. Let us know of places to promote our camp. ...

**** NS SPCA RELEASE NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – BUD Did you always wish you had your own Scooby Doo? This might be your chance! This Scooby Doo lookalike will help you solve mysteries as he is very good at solving puzzles, especially the ones that hide the treats! Scooby Doo, er, I mean Bud ...

As today is International Women’s Day, a shout out to Camp Courage which makes a comeback this year! **** Via Camp Courage We are excited and proud to announce that July 3rd to 10th will be an Indigenous Camp Courage. Camp Courage regular camps operate on odd years, and 2023 will be the next camp. ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Glenda This sweet 12-year-old tuxedo cutie is looking for her new furever home. Now that she’s taking her hyperthyroid medicine twice a day (and will need to continue the rest of her life), she’s feeling great, eating well and has great litter box manners, so she’s ...

**** RCMP Media Release Nova Scotia RCMP shine light on fraud and scams in Nova Scotia throughout March Frauds and scams are on the rise across Canada, including in Nova Scotia. March is Fraud Prevention month and the Nova Scotia RCMP want to help people become scam smart to avoid becoming a victim of a ...

**** Info via Hope for Wildlife It’s World Wildlife Day! World Wildlife Day was started by the UN to recognize all of the many different beautiful and unique species of plants and animals that we are fortunate to share our planet with. It is also a day to raise awareness of the many species that ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Ava and Amadeus Introducing love bugs Amadeus and Ava! Although these sweethearts came into our care separately, they have been inseparable since the arrived (don’t worry they are both spayed/neutered). Spending their first afternoon flirting between enclosures. Although they have been enjoying their honey moon at ...

**** PREMIER’S OFFICE- Release Nova Scotia Supports People of Ukraine —————————————————————- (a house in Sackville lit up with Ukraine flag colours – photo contributed)  Nova Scotia is donating $100,000 to the Canada-Ukraine Foundation to provide humanitarian aid and support to the people of Ukraine. “Nova Scotians were shocked and horrified by Russia’s unprovoked attack on ...

**** SPEAKER’S OFFICE Release Portrait of First Female African Nova Scotia MLA A portrait of Yvonne Atwell, the first female African Nova Scotian to sit in the House of Assembly, was unveiled today, February 22, at Province House in Halifax. The installation commemorates the historical significance of her election as the member for Preston in ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Harley Harley Meet sweet Harley, a 9-year-old neutered male.​ Harley did not settle well in the shelter environment and due to some urinary concerns we wanted to try him in a foster home. This big boy has been in the foster home for a few months ...

Info via Halifax SAR. Condolences to friends and family “On Tuesday we lost one our team members, Peter MacKay. Peter was best known in HSAR as being one of the first facilitators that new HSAR volunteers met as they began core module training. He was a long-time coordinator of the Map & Compass course – ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Luka This handsome guy Luka, is ready to find his forever home. This fella is said to be a Shepherd/Husky mix estimated at 5 years old. Luka has a lot of energy and loves a good game of fetch! He can play for hours and still ...

**** Libraries Media Release February Kicks Off Year-Long African Heritage Celebrations at Halifax Public Libraries Beginning in February 2022, TD presents African Heritage Month at Halifax Public Libraries will feature community conversations, showcase local talent, and honour African Nova Scotian history, while looking forward together. Celebrations for the 38th year of African Heritage Month will ...

**** CNS Media Release African Heritage Month Highlights Community Voices —————————————————————- Virtual celebrations began today, January 26, for African Heritage Month with a provincial proclamation and poster unveiling ceremony. “I am delighted and honoured to participate in the launch of African Heritage Month 2022,” said Lt.-Gov Arthur J. LeBlanc. “This year’s theme is particularly significant ...

**** HRM Media Release Residents Invited to Celebrate African Heritage Month 2022 ​ February is African Heritage Month. This year’s theme, Through Our Eyes: The Voices of African Nova Scotians, recognizes the long-standing history of people of African descent in the development of Canada. ​ The municipality is holding a variety of events to celebrate the legacy, ...

**** Info via Safe a Life Canada – Animal Rescue Socity AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION!! (Located in NS) Hey there! My name is Max. I’m a 4 year old Lab/Rottweiler mix boy and I’m 80 lbs. I was a local surrender when I started to become upset with the children in the home but I’m happy ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Joey Joey is a handsome whirlwind of energy, who loves to talk! This 2 year old American Staffordshire Terrier mix is around 30kg, and is excited to find his forever family.​ Joey is on the search for an adult only home with no other pets, who ...

This is great. Info via NS SPCA Second Cup is giving second chances to shelter pets! ☕ From now until the end of January, our friends at Second Cup Canada are collecting donations for the SPCA. 🐾 Drop by or drive-thru their locations in Bayer’s Lake, Dartmouth Crossing, the Halifax Shopping Centre, the Sunnyside Mall ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Aello Aello has been in a foster home for the past few months. She is a semi-feral cat who was very nervous at the shelter. In her forever home, it will take her time to come around. Aello may never be your typical lap cat, but ...

**** NS SPCA Release Additional Highlight  – Twinkle and Monty Meet Monty and Twinkle. This sweet male and female pair of bonded 8-year-old buddies are awaiting their furever home. They came into the care of the SPCA in late September. Twinkle (tabby) was having some constipation issues and is on a medication for life to ...

(Fundraiser) Another wonderful fundraiser for the NS SPCA. Check out the link below “We are hosting a bath and blow out event, January 17th Betty Whites Birthday. All money raised this day will be donated to SPCA to help recover food and beds since they were robbed and all was stolen from their supply shed. ...

**** Info via Urban Hair (Fundraiser) With the recent news about the robbery at the NS SPCA, this fundraiser was sent in to us regarding help from Urban Hair in Sackville. Check out the info below. Very kind! “Im sure many of you have heard, our local SPCA was robbed ! I know i don’t ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Bella You will fall in love with Bella, an 8-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier mix. She has a special adoption fee and will require a home with no small animals. “I may not be winning any marathons any time soon but I am sure to win the ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Keeta “This lovely lady gets so excited to see her humans, that she shows you the biggest smile when you walk in the room! Keeta wants nothing more than to be with with her people and accept all of the pets and bum scritches. With the ...

**** Info via NS SPCA NS SPCA Highlight animal – Chris Hello, I’m Chris, the wonderful one-earred bun! I’m tiny in stature but have a lot of joy packed into this little body! I love to snooze on my blankets and dance around to let everyone know how happy I am. I have a goofy ...

**** Info via NS SPCA NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Aero This tall, dark and handsome man is a 6-year-old American Staffordshire terrier mix. Aero is a sweet boy that is very nervous because he lacks confidence. He can startle easily and takes time to become comfortable with new people and new places.​ Aero is ...

**** Info via NS SPCA We are SO excited to announce that the new SPCA Bulwark Ciders Applesecco Rosé have hit the shelves just in time for the weekend! 🎉 The bottles feature 12 SPCA shelter pets and proceeds from each bottle are donated back to help local pets in need! 🐾 You can find ...

**** DND Media Release Canadian soldier of the First World War identified ​ The Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces have confirmed the identification of a previously unknown grave as being that of Corporal George Herbert Ledingham, a Canadian soldier of the First World War. He was originally partially identified as an ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Mokie Stunning senior, Mokie is seeking his furever home. Mokie is estimated at 12 years young and​ is in need of some dental work. Unfortunately, at his current weight it is not safe to place him under sedation. He will need a home that can keep him ...

**** Info via Bide Awhile Introducing Jill and Lucy. They are the latest adoptable cats on our website Jill is a domestic short hair black and white female, 2 years old. She is a friendly and social cat. Lucy is a domestic short hair torbie female, 4 years old. She is a little shy at ...

**** Info via Fight4Life Today was the official reveal and launch of the new 2022 Halifax Professional Firefighters (HPFF)  “Firefighters and their Dogs” calendar, in support of firefighter and first responder mental health initiatives. 100% of all calendar sales goes directly towards the programs of Fight4Life. Fight4Life Halifax is a charity that was established in ...

**** Event and information via Jeremy Hall Christmas Display aims to raise donations for the NS SPCA  There is a Christmas display open to the public with donation boxes on site to raise donations for the SPCA. Christmas on Grover returns for the 2021 season. Come out to 33 Grover Drive in Williamswood with your ...

**** NS SPCA Release Cuddly critters searching for loving forever homes We have some absolutely adorable guinea pigs and mice that have been in our care for much too long. We are reaching out to our amazing friends on Facebook to help us find them loving homes. We have 4 male mice that are easily ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Ron Please consider Ron as your new companion. Despite his rough start in life he has shown so much improvement with us and would love to find a home of his own. He has made new friends with staff and volunteers and loves the belly rubs ...

**** CNS Media Release L’NU AFFAIRS–New Exhibit Explores Mi’kmaq Connection to Land and Sea Nova Scotians can learn more about the experiences of Mi’kmaw communities through a new exhibit, featuring Mi’kmaw historian and guest curator Salina Kemp, at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic in Halifax. Ta’n me’j Tel-keknuo’ltiek, which translates to ‘how unique we ...

**** HRFE Release Long before kids could go out dressed as their heroes, volunteers have been a crucial part of our fire service. Interested in volunteer firefighting? Come be part of Canada’s oldest fire service. Email volff@halifax.ca or learn more about recruiting stations at Learn more about our recruiting stations at www.halifax.ca/firevolunteers or email volff@halifax.ca ...

Realistic training keeps fire crews on point HRFE stations 21 (Lake Echo) and 22 (North Preston) participated in a realistic structure fire exercise recently. Aimed at keeping the vital steps all firefighters must perform to keep themselves and other crews safe, protect as much property as possible, and save the lives of others, the training ...

**** Info via NS SPCA NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Lola Her name was Lola, she was a showgirl🎶 Lola is a petite female who is estimated at 4 years old. She has a beautiful, short, tan tabby striped coat with slight hints of white specks.​ Lola was adopted from our shelter a few years ...

**** Info via Bide Awhile Please say hello to Billy and Derek. They are our latest adoptables. Billy is a domestic short hair tabby male, 2 years old. This big fella is affectionate. He likes to be picked up and will melt in your arms when you scratch his chin. Derek is a domestic short ...

**** Info via NS SPCA NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Gloria Meet Gloria, this lovely ball of fluff is ready to find herself a new home! Gloria is as lovely as can be but can be a bit shy at first, due to her coming in as a stray. She is estimated to be about ...

**** Lieutenant-Governor Release   Four Communities Recognized with Community Spirit Awards —————————————————————- The annual Lieutenant-Governor’s Community Spirit Awards is another way to celebrate and recognize the exemplary civic and community spirit shown by people and their communities. “I was delighted to see applications from all over Nova Scotia for this year’s award,” said Lt.-Gov. Arthur ...

**** Bide Awhile Release Please say hello to Mela! She is looking for a home in our Long-Term Foster/Palliative Care Program. Mela is a 10 year old medium hair tabby. She would prefer to be the only pet in the home. She has renal disease and is hyperthyroid, requiring medication twice daily. All medical care ...

**** HRFE Release Get ready! Fire Prevention Week is October 3 – 9 and this year’s theme is Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety. From Oct. 3 – 9, you can take one of two quizzes and enter our contest for your chance to win some great prizes! Learn more about the contest at https://www.halifax.ca/fire-police/fire/fire-prevention-safety/fire-prevention-week ...

**** CNS Media Release L’NU AFFAIRS–Treaty Day Honours Relationship with Mi’kmaq The Province is marking its 35th annual Treaty Day today, October 1, by celebrating the many contributions of the Mi’kmaq and recognizing the significance of Nova Scotia’s relationship with Mi’kmaq people. “We come together today to celebrate the unique and important relationship between the ...

**** Info via NS SPCA NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Oliver Oliver is a very lovely senior feline. He is excited to start this next chapter of his life with a new family to call his own. At 11 years old he found himself with us at no fault of his own. He has a ...

**** HRP Media Release Thank you for your service Cst Burridge. Incredible honour to celebrate with 5th Canadian Division/ 5e Division du Canada as Cst. Hannah Burridge of Halifax Regional Police was presented with a Sacrifice Medal. annah was recognized for her service in Afghanistan in 2010 as a Military Police member. The medal was ...

**** PREMIER’S OFFICE Release Premier’s Statement on Truth and Reconciliation Week —————————————————————- NOTE: The following is a statement from Premier Tim Houston —————————————————————- Kwe. Teluisi (hello, my name is) Premier Tim Houston. Throughout the past year, with the devastating news of children’s bodies being uncovered at former residential school sites throughout the country, Canada’s history ...

Pets are family. Great story from the Cumberland County Animal Hospital “Hope..that is the name that our young friend Rama gave to her new kitten today – and what a fitting name. We had the privilege of gifting Rama a kitten today after hearing her story and finding out that owning a kitten was one ...

A demonstrating for climate justice, coinciding with global strikes around the world, took place in Halifax. Headed by students and attended by many, the group rallied around a call to #UprootTheSystem, stating that the current climate crisis is caused by the different systems of oppression (political, social, economic) that intersect and amplify the effects of ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Nimbus Nimbus is a sweet little bunny who was found in a cage in the woods by a Good Samaritan. Nimbus is a female rabbit, but we are not very experienced with telling what type of breed she is. She came in with a head tilt ...

**** HRFE Release Fire Prevention & Safety HRM has an exceptional fire service but fire and smoke can travel very quickly. Underwriter Laboratories (UL), a not-for-profit product safety testing and certification organization, determined that “fires today are more dangerous and pose more risks than in the past. Fire spread is faster, and time to flashover, ...

**** Info via NS SPCA NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Midnight Midnight is a very handsome and snuggly guy. If you are searching for an affectionate cat to add to your home, look no further! At only 10 years old Midnight still has lots of love to give a home. He was surrendered due to ...

**** CNS Media Release Truth and Reconciliation Day Recognized in Nova Scotia —————————————– Nova Scotia will annually recognize Sept. 30 as Truth and Reconciliation Day beginning in 2021. Provincial government offices, public schools and regulated child care will be closed. Businesses will have the choice, as they do on other occasions, to remain open. “We ...

On Sept. 2, 1998, 229 souls boarded Swissair Flight 111. Tragedy struck shortly after take off and the plane crashed into the ocean killing everyone onboard. From Peggy’s Cove and surrounding a massive operation scrambled for a hopeful rescue quickly realized to be recovery operations. Many people were affected by this crash along with family, ...

**** Info via NS Turtle Patrol When one hears garbage and turtles in the same sentence most people think of difficulties that Sea Turtles face. However discarded garbage is also a big problem for baby freshwater turtles. Since baby turtles are only days away from hatching here in Nova Scotia the NSTP is busy once ...

**** NS SPCA Release NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Peppermint Patty Are you looking for a nice and calm senior kitty companion?​ Peppermint Patty is a lovely cat who is estimated at 12 years old, and she will be an ideal roomie! Her stunning calico colors will surely catch your eye but wait till you ...

**** Info via NS SPCA NS SPCA Adoptable Highlight – Nellie This boisterous female American Staffordshire Terrier is Nellie. At 4 years old she has found herself in search of a new loving home as the only animal. Nellie seems to be reactive to other animals and with this will need an experienced owner able ...