Summer events at parks around the province are starting on Canada Parks Day, Saturday, July 16
**** Natural Resources Release Summer Events in Provincial Parks ——————————————————— Summer events at parks around the province are starting on Canada Parks Day, Saturday, July 16. The activities at federal, provincial and municipal parks allow families to have fun and learn new things about parks and historical sites, the value of ecosystems and protecting habitat...
UPDATE: Due to a shortage of lifeguards, the following beaches within the municipality will be impacted this summer
**** HRM Media Release UPDATE: Due to a shortage of lifeguards, the following beaches within the municipality will be impacted this summer: Campbell Point will only be supervised from Mondays to Fridays; Pleasant Drive Beach will only be supervised from Mondays to Fridays; Webber’s Beach will be unsupervised this summer; and, Malay Falls will be...
2nd Lawrencetown Beach Surfers Alliance Kids Surf Comp and Fun day.
**** Lawrencetown Beach Surfer Association Release ???? Quick update on the 2nd Lawrencetown Beach Surfers Alliance Kids Surf Comp and Fun day. ▪️1 day event ▪️Waiting period starting August(Weekends) ▪️Sign up soon(60 kids maximum) sign up early as last event had over 80 participants. ▪️ Price $20 per kid – this includes ????...
Traffic Delay – Running race in Dartmouth
**** HRM Media Release Traffic Delay – Running race in Dartmouth Location: Lakeshore Park Terrace, Micmac Boulevard and Highway 111 ramps Date: Thursday, June 30 Time: 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Details: Traffic delays will be in place to facilitate the EPIC Multisports’ EPIC Canadian Run for Canada 6.1K. Traffic impact: Traffic delays are expected...
Lifeguard supervision at many Nova Scotia beaches will begin on Friday, July 1
**** Natural Resources Release Lifeguard Supervision Starts July 1 ——————————————————– Lifeguard supervision at many Nova Scotia beaches will begin on Friday, July 1. About two dozen beaches in 12 counties are staffed each summer. Beaches will be supervised daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., except Mavillette Beach in Digby County, which is supervised on...
Outdoor pools and beaches open for 2022 season
**** HRM Media Release Outdoor pools and beaches open for 2022 season The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that the Bedford and Cole Harbour outdoor pools, the Halifax Common splashpad, and all supervised municipal beaches will open for the season on Friday, July 1. Bookings are required for the Bedford and Cole Harbour outdoor...
Premier Houston Congratulates Nathan MacKinnon
**** CNS Media Release Premier Houston Congratulates Nathan MacKinnon —————————————————————- Premier Tim Houston is congratulating Nova Scotian Nathan MacKinnon on his Stanley Cup victory with the Colorado Avalanche on Sunday, June 26. “In the final game, Nathan MacKinnon helped clinch the victory with a goal and an assist, and we are so proud of...
Splashpads open for 2022 season
**** HRM Media Release Splashpads open for 2022 season The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that the Bayers-Westwood, George Dixon, Isleville Street, Westmount, and Sackville splashpads will open today, Friday, June 17, for the 2022 season. The Bedford and Cole Harbour outdoor pools, the Halifax Common splashpad, and all supervised municipal beaches will open...
Recreation Facilities Receive Funding for Upgrades
**** CNS Media Release Recreation Facilities Receive Funding for Upgrades Community groups can move forward with projects that promote healthier communities, improve infrastructure and foster economic growth with the help of a $1.7-million investment from the Province. The government is funding 47 projects through the Recreational Facility Development Grant program. These funds help community groups...
Emera Oval opens for summer season
**** HRM Media Release Emera Oval opens for summer season The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that the Emera Oval is opening today, Wednesday, June 1, 2022, for the summer season. Residents will be able to enjoy the concrete surface for rollerblading, biking, skateboarding, in-line skating, and more. Free equipment rentals, including bikes, scooters...