Sports and Rec

**** 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...

**** 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...

**** 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...

**** 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...

**** 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...

**** Info via Environment Canada Fishing and weather myths Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water and reel in that “big catch,” you suddenly realized that you completely forgot to check the latest weather conditions Many anglers believe that atmospheric pressure can be a good indicator as to whether...

**** Natural Resources Release Opening Weekend for Provincial Parks ——————————————————– NOTE: A list of opening dates for camping parks follows this release. ——————————————————– Nova Scotia’s provincial parks will start opening Friday, May 20, for another season filled with camping, hiking, swimming and exploring nature. “Visiting our provincial parks is a wonderful way for Nova Scotians...

**** CNS Media Release Nova Scotia, New Brunswick Selected to Host 2023 World Juniors ——————————————————- Nova Scotia and New Brunswick have been selected to host the 2023 International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Junior Ice Hockey Championship. “Nova Scotia is thrilled to be selected to host the 2023 World Juniors, which will be the best...

**** HRM Media Release Construction begins on Halifax Common Aquatics Facility The Halifax Regional Municipality, in partnership with Marco Group and other leading partners, has broken ground on the new Halifax Common Aquatics Facility. This project is part of the Halifax Common Master Plan. Once complete, the Aquatics Facility will include a 13,500 square foot pool...

**** DNR Release Sportfishing Season Opens Today Nova Scotians can enjoy sportfishing on one of the province’s many waterways when the 2022 season opens Friday, April 1. “Sportfishing is a springtime tradition in our province – a very popular, healthy outdoor activity enjoyed by more Nova Scotians than ever before. Sportfishing also supports jobs and...