Halifax Regional Municipality
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Distracted driving puts you and everyone on the road at risk. It's one of the main causes of fatal and serious injury collisions in the Halifax region. Phones, music and passengers are all distractions that compete for attention and affect your ability to drive safely. Stay alert, arrive alive.
February 3, 2026 at 6:01 PM
Distracted driving puts you and everyone on the road at risk. It's one of the main causes of fatal and serious injury collisions in the Halifax region. Phones, music and passengers are all distractions that compete for attention and affect your ability to drive safely. Stay alert, arrive alive.
The Halifax Regional Municipality has expanded eligibility and timelines to the municipality’s Secondary Units Incentive Program to support the creation of more small-scale housing options across the region. Learn more: buff.ly/EuDoZJM
February 3, 2026 at 3:42 PM
The Halifax Regional Municipality has expanded eligibility and timelines to the municipality’s Secondary Units Incentive Program to support the creation of more small-scale housing options across the region. Learn more: buff.ly/EuDoZJM
The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that enforcement of the overnight winter parking ban has been lifted (in both Zone 1 – Central and Zone 2 – Non-Central). Details: buff.ly/RdzL6Pb
February 3, 2026 at 2:22 PM
The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that enforcement of the overnight winter parking ban has been lifted (in both Zone 1 – Central and Zone 2 – Non-Central). Details: buff.ly/RdzL6Pb
Service update (Feb. 2, 4 p.m.) Operations are active in all areas. Main roads are clear and passable with detail work ongoing. Please secure off-street parking, as the overnight winter parking ban will be enforced. This will be the final update for this weather event. Details: buff.ly/dbPPkqN
February 2, 2026 at 7:26 PM
Service update (Feb. 2, 4 p.m.) Operations are active in all areas. Main roads are clear and passable with detail work ongoing. Please secure off-street parking, as the overnight winter parking ban will be enforced. This will be the final update for this weather event. Details: buff.ly/dbPPkqN
Happy World Wetlands Day! In a wetland, biodiversity and freshwater flourish. These waterlogged natural spaces preserve water quality by limiting erosion and storm water runoff. To learn about our floating wetlands project and why we should protect our wetlands, head over to www.halifact.ca.
February 2, 2026 at 6:48 PM
Happy World Wetlands Day! In a wetland, biodiversity and freshwater flourish. These waterlogged natural spaces preserve water quality by limiting erosion and storm water runoff. To learn about our floating wetlands project and why we should protect our wetlands, head over to www.halifact.ca.
The Halifax Regional Municipality is launching the Mill Cove Land Use Planning Project to help create a long-term vision for the Mill Cove area and Bedford Waterfront. Learn more and get involved: buff.ly/u7pO2GM
February 2, 2026 at 6:22 PM
The Halifax Regional Municipality is launching the Mill Cove Land Use Planning Project to help create a long-term vision for the Mill Cove area and Bedford Waterfront. Learn more and get involved: buff.ly/u7pO2GM
CORRECTION: The overnight winter parking ban will continue to be enforced (in both Zone 1 – Central and Zone 2 – Non-Central), from 1 to 6 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 3.
We're advising residents that the overnight winter parking ban will continue to be enforced (in both Zone 1 – Central and Zone 2 – Non-Central), from 1 a.m. to 6 a.m. Details: buff.ly/dbPPkqN
February 2, 2026 at 4:37 PM
CORRECTION: The overnight winter parking ban will continue to be enforced (in both Zone 1 – Central and Zone 2 – Non-Central), from 1 to 6 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 3.
We're advising residents that the overnight winter parking ban will continue to be enforced (in both Zone 1 – Central and Zone 2 – Non-Central), from 1 a.m. to 6 a.m. Details: buff.ly/dbPPkqN
February 2, 2026 at 4:16 PM
We're advising residents that the overnight winter parking ban will continue to be enforced (in both Zone 1 – Central and Zone 2 – Non-Central), from 1 a.m. to 6 a.m. Details: buff.ly/dbPPkqN
On this #MysteryMonday, can you tell us what fraternal group these African Nova Scotians posing in regalia belonged to, and what building is shown behind them? This photo likely dates between 1910 and 1930. If you recognize any of the individuals, please let #HfxArchives know.
February 2, 2026 at 4:01 PM
On this #MysteryMonday, can you tell us what fraternal group these African Nova Scotians posing in regalia belonged to, and what building is shown behind them? This photo likely dates between 1910 and 1930. If you recognize any of the individuals, please let #HfxArchives know.
Reminder: The advance sign up to participate in person, and registration to participate virtually via Zoom, is tomorrow, Tuesday, Feb. 3, by 4:30 p.m.
Agenda - pub-halifax.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx...
Agenda - pub-halifax.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx...
February 2, 2026 at 2:41 PM
Reminder: The advance sign up to participate in person, and registration to participate virtually via Zoom, is tomorrow, Tuesday, Feb. 3, by 4:30 p.m.
Agenda - pub-halifax.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx...
Agenda - pub-halifax.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx...
The Beechville, Lakeside and Timberlea kick off open house has been rescheduled to Monday, Feb. 9. Learn more about how you can get involved at halifax.ca/suburbanplan
The Halifax Regional Municipality is developing a Suburban Plan to guide growth and change in suburban areas. Learn more: buff.ly/kTGlkVL
February 2, 2026 at 1:53 PM
The Beechville, Lakeside and Timberlea kick off open house has been rescheduled to Monday, Feb. 9. Learn more about how you can get involved at halifax.ca/suburbanplan
Weather event end time: Monday, Feb. 2, 3:30 a.m. For more information on street and sidewalk clearing timelines, visit: buff.ly/dbPPkqN
February 2, 2026 at 1:12 PM
Weather event end time: Monday, Feb. 2, 3:30 a.m. For more information on street and sidewalk clearing timelines, visit: buff.ly/dbPPkqN
Today (Feb. 2) at 1 p.m. - Board of Police Commissioners (virtual meeting). Read the agenda: www.halifax.ca/city-hall/bo.... Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/live/JRJf8RA...
February 2, 2026 at 12:43 PM
Today (Feb. 2) at 1 p.m. - Board of Police Commissioners (virtual meeting). Read the agenda: www.halifax.ca/city-hall/bo.... Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/live/JRJf8RA...
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UPDATE: Monday, Feb. 2 at 8 a.m. - Most municipally owned and operated recreation centres will be opening today, Monday, Feb. 2, at 10 a.m. Please call your local recreation centre ahead of time to confirm it is open. Find contact information at: www.halifax.ca/recreation/f...
Due to forecasted weather conditions on Monday, Feb. 2, municipally owned and operated recreation facilities will delay opening until 10 a.m. A decision on whether rentals, facilities and programming will proceed at that time will be made by 8 a.m.
February 2, 2026 at 12:21 PM
UPDATE: Monday, Feb. 2 at 8 a.m. - Most municipally owned and operated recreation centres will be opening today, Monday, Feb. 2, at 10 a.m. Please call your local recreation centre ahead of time to confirm it is open. Find contact information at: www.halifax.ca/recreation/f...
Road closure: Tower Road CN bridge, between Southwood and Pine Hill drives. This closure is to facilitate the rehabilitation of the Tower Road CN bridge and will be in place from Wednesday, Feb. 4 until December 2026. A marked detour will be in place. More details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/ro...
February 2, 2026 at 12:15 PM
Road closure: Tower Road CN bridge, between Southwood and Pine Hill drives. This closure is to facilitate the rehabilitation of the Tower Road CN bridge and will be in place from Wednesday, Feb. 4 until December 2026. A marked detour will be in place. More details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/ro...
Service update (Feb. 2, 7 a.m.) Operations remain active in all areas. Crews are focused on priority routes. Most main roads are clear and passable. Winter conditions are present - please travel with care. Details: buff.ly/dbPPkqN
February 2, 2026 at 10:47 AM
Service update (Feb. 2, 7 a.m.) Operations remain active in all areas. Crews are focused on priority routes. Most main roads are clear and passable. Winter conditions are present - please travel with care. Details: buff.ly/dbPPkqN
Storm impacts on municipal services (Sunday, Feb. 1, 9 p.m.): www.halifax.ca/home/news/st...
February 2, 2026 at 1:09 AM
Storm impacts on municipal services (Sunday, Feb. 1, 9 p.m.): www.halifax.ca/home/news/st...
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Due to forecasted weather conditions on Monday, Feb. 2, municipally owned and operated recreation facilities will delay opening until 10 a.m. A decision on whether rentals, facilities and programming will proceed at that time will be made by 8 a.m.
February 1, 2026 at 10:26 PM
Due to forecasted weather conditions on Monday, Feb. 2, municipally owned and operated recreation facilities will delay opening until 10 a.m. A decision on whether rentals, facilities and programming will proceed at that time will be made by 8 a.m.
Service update (Sunday, Feb. 1, 4 p.m.) Crews are preparing and monitoring the weather conditions in anticipation of tonight's snowfall. Please secure off-street parking, as the overnight winter parking ban will be enforced between 1 to 6 a.m. More: www.halifax.ca/transportati...
February 1, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Service update (Sunday, Feb. 1, 4 p.m.) Crews are preparing and monitoring the weather conditions in anticipation of tonight's snowfall. Please secure off-street parking, as the overnight winter parking ban will be enforced between 1 to 6 a.m. More: www.halifax.ca/transportati...
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Due to forecasted weather conditions, municipally owned and operated recreation facilities will close today, Sunday, Feb. 1, at 5 p.m. A decision regarding the opening of facilities, rentals and programs on Monday, Feb. 2, will be made later today.
February 1, 2026 at 5:29 PM
Due to forecasted weather conditions, municipally owned and operated recreation facilities will close today, Sunday, Feb. 1, at 5 p.m. A decision regarding the opening of facilities, rentals and programs on Monday, Feb. 2, will be made later today.
The overnight winter parking ban will be enforced from 1 to 6 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 2 (in both Zone 1 – Central and Zone 2 – Non-Central), to allow crews to properly clear streets and sidewalks. More: www.halifax.ca/home/news/mu...
February 1, 2026 at 3:24 PM
The overnight winter parking ban will be enforced from 1 to 6 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 2 (in both Zone 1 – Central and Zone 2 – Non-Central), to allow crews to properly clear streets and sidewalks. More: www.halifax.ca/home/news/mu...
Today, February 1, marks the start of African Heritage Month in Nova Scotia. This year’s provincial African Heritage Month theme is “Strength in Unity – Moving Forward with Purpose, Prosperity, Power and Progress."
Learn more: www.halifax.ca/about-halifa...
Learn more: www.halifax.ca/about-halifa...
February 1, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Today, February 1, marks the start of African Heritage Month in Nova Scotia. This year’s provincial African Heritage Month theme is “Strength in Unity – Moving Forward with Purpose, Prosperity, Power and Progress."
Learn more: www.halifax.ca/about-halifa...
Learn more: www.halifax.ca/about-halifa...
On Wednesday, Feb. 4, we will be holding a Budget Committee meeting. The agenda is now available and public participation is welcome.
To speak in-person or via Zoom, pre-register with the Clerk's Office by 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 4.
Agenda: pub-halifax.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx...
To speak in-person or via Zoom, pre-register with the Clerk's Office by 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 4.
Agenda: pub-halifax.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx...
January 30, 2026 at 9:07 PM
On Wednesday, Feb. 4, we will be holding a Budget Committee meeting. The agenda is now available and public participation is welcome.
To speak in-person or via Zoom, pre-register with the Clerk's Office by 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 4.
Agenda: pub-halifax.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx...
To speak in-person or via Zoom, pre-register with the Clerk's Office by 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 4.
Agenda: pub-halifax.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx...
The Vincent Coleman ferry is now expected to return to service by late February, rather than at the end of January as previously announced. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/up...
January 30, 2026 at 8:27 PM
The Vincent Coleman ferry is now expected to return to service by late February, rather than at the end of January as previously announced. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/up...
Halifax Transit wants your feedback on accessibility across our conventional bus, ferry and Access-A-Bus services. Learn more at: engagehalifax.ca/talktransit
Need help taking the survey or have questions? Please call 311 or email contactus@311.halifax.ca, and they will be happy to assist you.
Need help taking the survey or have questions? Please call 311 or email contactus@311.halifax.ca, and they will be happy to assist you.
January 30, 2026 at 7:24 PM
Halifax Transit wants your feedback on accessibility across our conventional bus, ferry and Access-A-Bus services. Learn more at: engagehalifax.ca/talktransit
Need help taking the survey or have questions? Please call 311 or email contactus@311.halifax.ca, and they will be happy to assist you.
Need help taking the survey or have questions? Please call 311 or email contactus@311.halifax.ca, and they will be happy to assist you.