Proof of vaccination, gathering size restrictions and mandatory masks required at the Emera Oval
**** HEALTH/WELLNESS Media Release Proof of vaccination, gathering size restrictions and mandatory masks required at the Emera Oval The Emera Oval is expected to open for the 2021-22 winter season on Monday, December 20, weather and ice conditions permitting. Residents must show full proof of COVID-19 vaccination and government issued photo identification, as well as wear...
Emera Oval closing for 2020-21 winter season
**** HRM Media Release Emera Oval closing for 2020-21 winter season Residents have a few more days to take advantage of ice skating at the Emera Oval, which is set to close for the winter season on the evening of Sunday, March 21. If ice conditions deteriorate, the Emera Oval may close by end of...
Sportfishing Season Opens April 1
**** FISHERIES/AQUACULTURE- Release Sportfishing Season Opens April 1————————————————————-The 2021 sportfishing season opens April 1, and Nova Scotians are encouraged to enjoy sportfishing on one of the province’s many waterways.“Sportfishing is very popular, can be enjoyed by all ages, and helps support jobs and economic activity in our rural communities,” said Fisheries and Aquaculture Minister Keith...
Spring registration for recreation programming
**** HRM Media Release Spring registration for recreation programming The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that registration for spring recreation programming begins tomorrow. Programs are viewable online at halifax.ca/myREC Registration begins at 10 a.m. each day for all ages: Tuesday, March 9 – Dryland programs Tuesday, March 23 – Aquatics programs Participants are...
Response to COVID-19: Update to facility bookings and recreation programming
**** HRM Media Release Response to COVID-19: Update to facility bookings and recreation programming The Halifax Regional Municipality continues to monitor and respond to the rapidly evolving impacts of COVID-19. The following is an update on municipal services. As directed by the province, new public health guidelines will take effect in the Halifax Regional...
Provincial Campsite Bookings Begin in April
**** LANDS/FORESTRY Media Release Provincial Campsite Bookings Begin in April—————————————————————-Now is the time to start planning your summer camping adventure as reservations for Nova Scotia’s provincial parks 2021 camping season open April 6, 7 and 8.“Each year, more than a million visitors enjoy activities like swimming, camping, paddling, nature exploration and hiking at Nova Scotia’s...
Response to COVID-19: Parks & Recreation Updates
**** HRM Media Release Response to COVID-19: Parks & Recreation Updates The Halifax Regional Municipality continues to monitor and respond to the rapidly evolving impacts of COVID-19. The following is an update on municipal services. As directed by the province, new public health guidelines will take effect in the Halifax Regional Municipality as of...
Response to COVID-19: Parks & Recreation Updates
**** HRM Media Release Response to COVID-19: Parks & Recreation Updates The Halifax Regional Municipality continues to monitor and respond to the rapidly evolving impacts of COVID-19. The following is an update on municipal services. As directed by the province, new public health guidelines will take effect in the Halifax Regional Municipality as of...
(Update) Statement regarding privacy and filming rules in municipally-owned arenas
**** HRM Media Release Update regarding privacy and filming rules in municipally-owned arenas Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2021 The following is an update regarding privacy and recording rules in municipally-owned arenas: Due to public health restrictions that prohibit spectators in facilities, including arenas, and recent changes permitting games, the municipality has received intense interest...
(Update) Capacity increasing and mandatory masks at the Emera Oval
**** HRM Media Release UPDATE: Capacity at the Emera Oval will be increasing to 300 skaters effective Monday, Feb. 15 with registration opening on Saturday, Feb. 13. Public Service AnnouncementCapacity increasing and mandatory masks at the Emera Oval In consultation with public health, capacity at the Emera Oval will be increasing to 300 240 skaters per skate time...