Due to an act of vandalism, our Main Pool will be closed until further notice / Due to unforeseen circumstances, our All-Ages Drop-In Basketball (3-5pm) is cancelled for the remainder of the week
Via Zatzman Sportsplex ⚠️ Due to an act of vandalism, our Main Pool will be closed until further notice ⚠️ Our most optimistic estimate is to have the pool reopened a week from Monday. Update – ⚠️ Due to unforeseen circumstances, our All-Ages Drop-In Basketball (3-5pm) is cancelled for the remainder of the week⚠️ We...
Provincial Campsite Bookings Open in April; New Projects Make Parks, Beaches More Accessible
**** CNS Media Release Provincial Campsite Bookings Open in April; New Projects Make Parks, Beaches More Accessible —————————————————————- People planning a summer camping adventure can make reservations at Nova Scotia’s provincial parks starting April 5. “For those who love spending time in the great outdoors, Nova Scotia’s provincial parks are the perfect places for families...
Municipality launches last minute online rentals for municipal arenas
**** HRM Media Release Municipality launches last minute online rentals for municipal arenas The Halifax Regional Municipality has launched new online rental booking services at select municipal arenas. This new service will provide accessibility and flexibility for facility bookings, including offering residents the opportunity to secure last-minute available rental hours at participating arenas in...
Parks and Recreation fee changes will take place on April 1, 2022
**** HRM Media Release Parks and Recreation fee changes will take place on April 1, 2022. On April 1, 2022 the Parks and Recreation Fee structure will be changing. These changes will affect all recreation services; programs, rentals, drop ins, voucher and memberships fees. As a result of the fee structure changes that was approved by...
Scotiabank Centre will re-open its doors to a diverse calendar of events beginning this Friday, February 18
**** Scotiabank Centre Release Scotiabank Centre will re-open its doors to a diverse calendar of events beginning this Friday, February 18 with the Halifax Mooseheads vs. Saint John Sea Dogs game. “After two long months of waiting, our players and fans are very excited to return to the Scotiabank Centre for Mooseheads hockey,” said...
Limits Increasing for Practices and Rehearsals
**** HEALTH/WELLNESS Media Release Limits Increasing for Practices and Rehearsals —————————————————————- Starting Monday, February 7, restrictions are easing for sports practices and arts and culture rehearsals. All other restrictions will remain in place until February 14. “Being cautious has served us well throughout the pandemic and we’re continuing that approach as we develop plans to...
Community Rinks Receive Funding for Upgrades; Applications Open for Next Round
**** Community Media Release Community Rinks Receive Funding for Upgrades; Applications Open for Next Round ———————————————————- NOTE: A list of the 2021-22 Rink Revitalization Fund recipients is at the end of the release. ——————————————————— Thirty-three rinks across Nova Scotia in need of upgrades and repairs are receiving almost $1 million through the Province’s Rink Revitalization...
Outdoor Community Rink Program
**** HRM Media Release Outdoor Community Rink Program The municipality is now initiating an Outdoor Community Rink Program for interested organizations wishing to obtain permission to build and operate a community rink on Municipal property. The Municipality will support up to 5 organizations with insurance costs for approved community rinks on Municipal Property. (Community rinks not on Municipal property are...
Emera Oval scheduled to open December 27
**** HRM Media Release Emera Oval scheduled to open December 27 Following confirmation of capacity limits from the province, the Emera Oval is now scheduled to open for the winter season on Monday, December 27, weather permitting. The maximum capacity will be 230 participants, per skate time. Access will be provided on a first-come-first-serve...
UPDATE: PSA – Proof of vaccination, gathering size restrictions and mandatory masks required at the Emera Oval
**** HRM Media Release UPDATE: The Emera Oval will be tentatively opening for the 2021-22 winter season on Wednesday, Dec. 22 (weather dependent). Holiday skates will be held on Dec 24, 26, 31 and Jan 1. For more information, click here. Public Service Announcement Proof of vaccination, gathering size restrictions and mandatory masks required at the...