The Reef Rumble kids surfing event will happen on August 31, Sept 1, or Sept 2
**** Info via LSA The Reef Rumble kids surfing event will happen on August 31, Sept 1, or Sept 2 Low tide around 12 pm(lunch) The final call will be made on Thursday night(aug 29) on which day it’ll be hosted. Final groups, heats, day timeline, and and maps posted on the website. Check them...
Surfers take advantage of the waves, compliments of Ernesto
Surfers take advantage of the waves, compliments of Ernesto, as the storm moves well offshore A rainy start to the work week is expected, however, Environment Canada isn’t directly linking the rain with Ernesto. Big surf is still expected...
Due to safety concerns , we have to postpone the Reef Rumble
**** Via LSA Due to safety concerns , we have to postpone the Reef Rumble The next possible dates will be August 24(Sat) or August 25(Sun). We got some epic surf coming this weekend. Great for the more experienced watermen/women, not so good for the little ones. If you have some extra time this weekend...
Support for Banook Canoe Club’s Climate Change Action
**** CNS Media Release Support for Banook Canoe Club’s Climate Change Action ————————————————————————————————- Banook Canoe Club in Dartmouth is making upgrades to reduce its carbon footprint for a more sustainable future, with support from the Province announced today, August 15. “Banook Canoe Club has long been a hub for our community, and these upgrades will...
Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that registration will be opening for fall recreation programs
**** HRM Media Release Registration opening for Parks & Recreation fall programming The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that registration will be opening for fall recreation programs. Parks & Recreation offers a variety of innovative, cost-effective programming lead by local, passionate instructors in a judgement-free zone. Programming is offered in a variety of fields...
Halifax Fire did an amazing job at the Firefit event in Fredericton this weekend
**** Info and photos via Cory Detchkoff Halifax Fire did an amazing job at the Firefit event in Fredericton this weekend! Proud of all the effort and great to see a big showing to represent Halifax again in this competition! We walked away with some solid times and medals. 🥇Womens Team Relay (Kelsey Lafleur, Krystal...
2024 Nova Scotia Harbour Swim for The United Way
**** Info via United Way 2024 Nova Scotia Harbour Swim for The United Way This fall the Provincial United Way campaign is swimming across the province. From Tuesday, September 3rd to Friday, September 6th fearless fundraising swimmers will plunge into harbours across the province where, one stroke at a time, they will engage in harbour...
Funding to Upgrade Trails in HRM
**** CNS Media Release Funding to Upgrade Trails in HRM —————————————————— Nova Scotians and visitors will see upgrades to two popular trails in Halifax Regional Municipality with provincial grants announced today, July 15. “Trails are essential for improving physical and mental health and well-being, conserving natural ecosystems and boosting local economies,” said Timothy Halman, Minister...
The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that the Bedford and Cole Harbour outdoor pools, as well as all supervised municipal beaches, will open for the season on Monday, July 1
**** HRM Media Release Outdoor pools and beaches opening for 2024 season The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that the Bedford and Cole Harbour outdoor pools, as well as all supervised municipal beaches, will open for the season on Monday, July 1. The new Halifax Commons Aquatics Facility opened on Saturday, June 15, and the pool...
Emergency service workers come together to give blood as the Sirens for Life 2024 challenge kicks off in Halifax
Emergency service workers come together to give blood as the Sirens for Life 2024 challenge kicks off in Halifax Emergency service workers in Halifax Regional Municipality are continuing to answer the call to help save more lives as part of this year’s Sirens for Life campaign. The friendly challenge between Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency...