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The Nova Scotia Federation of Municipalities (NSFM) stands as the collective voice for municipalities in the province, a non-profit organization representing over 370 municipally elected officials and all 49 municipalities.https://nsfm.ca/
HCi3’s 2026 Grant Program is now open
Two funding streams are available:
→ Catalyst grants: up to $10,000 (rolling intake)
→ Acceleration grants: up to $75,000 (Spring EOI due March 23 and Fall EOI due October 5)
Details: https://loom.ly/bJwdZgE & https://loom.ly/e-YVVvg
Two funding streams are available:
→ Catalyst grants: up to $10,000 (rolling intake)
→ Acceleration grants: up to $75,000 (Spring EOI due March 23 and Fall EOI due October 5)
Details: https://loom.ly/bJwdZgE & https://loom.ly/e-YVVvg
February 19, 2026 at 11:55 AM
HCi3’s 2026 Grant Program is now open
Two funding streams are available:
→ Catalyst grants: up to $10,000 (rolling intake)
→ Acceleration grants: up to $75,000 (Spring EOI due March 23 and Fall EOI due October 5)
Details: https://loom.ly/bJwdZgE & https://loom.ly/e-YVVvg
Two funding streams are available:
→ Catalyst grants: up to $10,000 (rolling intake)
→ Acceleration grants: up to $75,000 (Spring EOI due March 23 and Fall EOI due October 5)
Details: https://loom.ly/bJwdZgE & https://loom.ly/e-YVVvg
✦ 40 grants. Up to $40,000 each. For accessibility infrastructure.
RBC Barrier Buster Grants Program is now open.
Open to: Municipalities, registered charities, non-profits
⚠️ Deadline: March 15, 2026
Full details: nsfunding.ca/funds/rbc-barrier-buster-grants-program/
RBC Barrier Buster Grants Program is now open.
Open to: Municipalities, registered charities, non-profits
⚠️ Deadline: March 15, 2026
Full details: nsfunding.ca/funds/rbc-barrier-buster-grants-program/
February 18, 2026 at 11:50 AM
✦ 40 grants. Up to $40,000 each. For accessibility infrastructure.
RBC Barrier Buster Grants Program is now open.
Open to: Municipalities, registered charities, non-profits
⚠️ Deadline: March 15, 2026
Full details: nsfunding.ca/funds/rbc-barrier-buster-grants-program/
RBC Barrier Buster Grants Program is now open.
Open to: Municipalities, registered charities, non-profits
⚠️ Deadline: March 15, 2026
Full details: nsfunding.ca/funds/rbc-barrier-buster-grants-program/
February 17, 2026 at 11:01 AM
February 16, 2026 at 11:01 AM
Minister Lohr announced $833,144 for Hall’s Harbour Waterfront 🌊
Funding will advance seawall & breakwater design, wharf upgrades, and renewable energy solutions — helping protect this vital coastal asset for the future.
#NovaScotia #ClimateAdaptation #CoastalResilience #NSFM
Funding will advance seawall & breakwater design, wharf upgrades, and renewable energy solutions — helping protect this vital coastal asset for the future.
#NovaScotia #ClimateAdaptation #CoastalResilience #NSFM
February 13, 2026 at 4:05 PM
Minister Lohr announced $833,144 for Hall’s Harbour Waterfront 🌊
Funding will advance seawall & breakwater design, wharf upgrades, and renewable energy solutions — helping protect this vital coastal asset for the future.
#NovaScotia #ClimateAdaptation #CoastalResilience #NSFM
Funding will advance seawall & breakwater design, wharf upgrades, and renewable energy solutions — helping protect this vital coastal asset for the future.
#NovaScotia #ClimateAdaptation #CoastalResilience #NSFM
📌 Retrofit of Existing Municipal Buildings – Capital Project is now open
Combined loan + grant funding for energy retrofits to:
→ Town halls, admin buildings
→ Arenas, pools, recreation centres
→ Libraries, arts & culture facilities
Full details: https://loom.ly/ojeXaSE
Combined loan + grant funding for energy retrofits to:
→ Town halls, admin buildings
→ Arenas, pools, recreation centres
→ Libraries, arts & culture facilities
Full details: https://loom.ly/ojeXaSE
Capital Project: Retrofit of Existing Municipal Buildings
Funding for municipalities to retrofit existing municipal and community buildings to improve energy efficiency and reduce GHG emissions.
www.nsfunding.ca
February 10, 2026 at 11:50 AM
📌 Retrofit of Existing Municipal Buildings – Capital Project is now open
Combined loan + grant funding for energy retrofits to:
→ Town halls, admin buildings
→ Arenas, pools, recreation centres
→ Libraries, arts & culture facilities
Full details: https://loom.ly/ojeXaSE
Combined loan + grant funding for energy retrofits to:
→ Town halls, admin buildings
→ Arenas, pools, recreation centres
→ Libraries, arts & culture facilities
Full details: https://loom.ly/ojeXaSE
$600K is going to help the Port of Digby adapt to climate change! 🌊 Engineering studies & nature-based solutions will protect this vital hub for fisheries, tourism & the local economy. #NovaScotia #ClimateAdaptation #CoastalCommunities #NSFM
February 6, 2026 at 12:09 PM
$600K is going to help the Port of Digby adapt to climate change! 🌊 Engineering studies & nature-based solutions will protect this vital hub for fisheries, tourism & the local economy. #NovaScotia #ClimateAdaptation #CoastalCommunities #NSFM
🇨🇦 Nova Scotia is Olympic-bound!
Five Nova Scotian athletes will represent Canada in Milan — including Sidney Crosby chasing a third gold, Blayre Turnbull defending her Olympic title, and Liam Moffatt competing in his second Games.
We’re cheering you on!
#NovaScotiaProud #Olympics #Milan2026 #NSFM
Five Nova Scotian athletes will represent Canada in Milan — including Sidney Crosby chasing a third gold, Blayre Turnbull defending her Olympic title, and Liam Moffatt competing in his second Games.
We’re cheering you on!
#NovaScotiaProud #Olympics #Milan2026 #NSFM
February 5, 2026 at 12:01 PM
🇨🇦 Nova Scotia is Olympic-bound!
Five Nova Scotian athletes will represent Canada in Milan — including Sidney Crosby chasing a third gold, Blayre Turnbull defending her Olympic title, and Liam Moffatt competing in his second Games.
We’re cheering you on!
#NovaScotiaProud #Olympics #Milan2026 #NSFM
Five Nova Scotian athletes will represent Canada in Milan — including Sidney Crosby chasing a third gold, Blayre Turnbull defending her Olympic title, and Liam Moffatt competing in his second Games.
We’re cheering you on!
#NovaScotiaProud #Olympics #Milan2026 #NSFM
Canada is cheering on our athletes at the XXV Winter Games in Milano Cortina! 🇨🇦
From Feb 4–22, compete with pride—you carry a nation’s support with you. 🍁
#TeamCanada #MilanoCortina2026 #WinterGames #GoCanada #NSFM
From Feb 4–22, compete with pride—you carry a nation’s support with you. 🍁
#TeamCanada #MilanoCortina2026 #WinterGames #GoCanada #NSFM
February 4, 2026 at 12:01 PM
Canada is cheering on our athletes at the XXV Winter Games in Milano Cortina! 🇨🇦
From Feb 4–22, compete with pride—you carry a nation’s support with you. 🍁
#TeamCanada #MilanoCortina2026 #WinterGames #GoCanada #NSFM
From Feb 4–22, compete with pride—you carry a nation’s support with you. 🍁
#TeamCanada #MilanoCortina2026 #WinterGames #GoCanada #NSFM
🎭 Festival and Community Event Development grant is open!
💰 Up to $10,000 for a specific component of your event (examples: marketing, artist fees, volunteer training).
📅 Deadline: February 27, 2026
#GrantsNS #MunicipalFunding #NovaScotiaFunding
🔗 Full details: https://loom.ly/quNEOFM
💰 Up to $10,000 for a specific component of your event (examples: marketing, artist fees, volunteer training).
📅 Deadline: February 27, 2026
#GrantsNS #MunicipalFunding #NovaScotiaFunding
🔗 Full details: https://loom.ly/quNEOFM
Festival and Community Event Development
Provincial funding up to $10,000 to help sustain, grow, or improve unique community festivals and events across Nova Scotia.
www.nsfunding.ca
February 3, 2026 at 11:50 AM
🎭 Festival and Community Event Development grant is open!
💰 Up to $10,000 for a specific component of your event (examples: marketing, artist fees, volunteer training).
📅 Deadline: February 27, 2026
#GrantsNS #MunicipalFunding #NovaScotiaFunding
🔗 Full details: https://loom.ly/quNEOFM
💰 Up to $10,000 for a specific component of your event (examples: marketing, artist fees, volunteer training).
📅 Deadline: February 27, 2026
#GrantsNS #MunicipalFunding #NovaScotiaFunding
🔗 Full details: https://loom.ly/quNEOFM
February 2, 2026 at 11:01 AM
Up to $10M for off-site construction projects just opened
📌 Off-Site Construction Challenge (EIP, Stream 2)
✦ Phase 1: Up to $180K
✦ Phase 2: Up to $10M
✦ Deadline: March 27, 2026
Also new on the portal:
📌 Wellness Fund
✦ $500–$3,500
✦ Deadline: April 15, 2026
📌 Off-Site Construction Challenge (EIP, Stream 2)
✦ Phase 1: Up to $180K
✦ Phase 2: Up to $10M
✦ Deadline: March 27, 2026
Also new on the portal:
📌 Wellness Fund
✦ $500–$3,500
✦ Deadline: April 15, 2026
January 29, 2026 at 11:50 AM
Up to $10M for off-site construction projects just opened
📌 Off-Site Construction Challenge (EIP, Stream 2)
✦ Phase 1: Up to $180K
✦ Phase 2: Up to $10M
✦ Deadline: March 27, 2026
Also new on the portal:
📌 Wellness Fund
✦ $500–$3,500
✦ Deadline: April 15, 2026
📌 Off-Site Construction Challenge (EIP, Stream 2)
✦ Phase 1: Up to $180K
✦ Phase 2: Up to $10M
✦ Deadline: March 27, 2026
Also new on the portal:
📌 Wellness Fund
✦ $500–$3,500
✦ Deadline: April 15, 2026
⏱️ 5 minutes. That's how long it takes to learn the Funding Portal
We just published a quick video guide covering:
- How to search (keyword or category)
- How to filter by deadline, eligibility & status
- What to look for on every program page
🎥 https://www.nsfunding.ca/application-tips-guides/
We just published a quick video guide covering:
- How to search (keyword or category)
- How to filter by deadline, eligibility & status
- What to look for on every program page
🎥 https://www.nsfunding.ca/application-tips-guides/
January 22, 2026 at 1:30 PM
⏱️ 5 minutes. That's how long it takes to learn the Funding Portal
We just published a quick video guide covering:
- How to search (keyword or category)
- How to filter by deadline, eligibility & status
- What to look for on every program page
🎥 https://www.nsfunding.ca/application-tips-guides/
We just published a quick video guide covering:
- How to search (keyword or category)
- How to filter by deadline, eligibility & status
- What to look for on every program page
🎥 https://www.nsfunding.ca/application-tips-guides/
Bell Let’s Talk Day | Jan 21
Bell Let’s Talk Day encourages open conversations and action to reduce stigma and strengthen mental health support across Canada. Let’s keep talking—and taking action—together. 💙
#BellLetsTalkDay #MentalHealthMatters #EndTheStigma #NSFM
Bell Let’s Talk Day encourages open conversations and action to reduce stigma and strengthen mental health support across Canada. Let’s keep talking—and taking action—together. 💙
#BellLetsTalkDay #MentalHealthMatters #EndTheStigma #NSFM
January 21, 2026 at 12:01 PM
Bell Let’s Talk Day | Jan 21
Bell Let’s Talk Day encourages open conversations and action to reduce stigma and strengthen mental health support across Canada. Let’s keep talking—and taking action—together. 💙
#BellLetsTalkDay #MentalHealthMatters #EndTheStigma #NSFM
Bell Let’s Talk Day encourages open conversations and action to reduce stigma and strengthen mental health support across Canada. Let’s keep talking—and taking action—together. 💙
#BellLetsTalkDay #MentalHealthMatters #EndTheStigma #NSFM
📌2 federal workforce development programs just added to the Portal
✦ Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages
→ Deadline: February 3
✦ Enabling Accessibility Fund
→ Deadline: March 12
📝 Both open to municipalities and non-profits
🔗 Full details at nsfunding.ca/explore
✦ Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages
→ Deadline: February 3
✦ Enabling Accessibility Fund
→ Deadline: March 12
📝 Both open to municipalities and non-profits
🔗 Full details at nsfunding.ca/explore
January 20, 2026 at 11:15 AM
📌2 federal workforce development programs just added to the Portal
✦ Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages
→ Deadline: February 3
✦ Enabling Accessibility Fund
→ Deadline: March 12
📝 Both open to municipalities and non-profits
🔗 Full details at nsfunding.ca/explore
✦ Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages
→ Deadline: February 3
✦ Enabling Accessibility Fund
→ Deadline: March 12
📝 Both open to municipalities and non-profits
🔗 Full details at nsfunding.ca/explore
🌟 #FollowUsFriday 🌟
Stay connected with NSFM for updates, advocacy news & municipal stories from across Nova Scotia!
📣 Bluesky: @nsfmns
📣 LinkedIn/Facebook/Instagram: @nsfedmuni
Hit follow & join the conversation!
#NSMunicipalities #NSFM
Stay connected with NSFM for updates, advocacy news & municipal stories from across Nova Scotia!
📣 Bluesky: @nsfmns
📣 LinkedIn/Facebook/Instagram: @nsfedmuni
Hit follow & join the conversation!
#NSMunicipalities #NSFM
January 16, 2026 at 12:01 PM
🌟 #FollowUsFriday 🌟
Stay connected with NSFM for updates, advocacy news & municipal stories from across Nova Scotia!
📣 Bluesky: @nsfmns
📣 LinkedIn/Facebook/Instagram: @nsfedmuni
Hit follow & join the conversation!
#NSMunicipalities #NSFM
Stay connected with NSFM for updates, advocacy news & municipal stories from across Nova Scotia!
📣 Bluesky: @nsfmns
📣 LinkedIn/Facebook/Instagram: @nsfedmuni
Hit follow & join the conversation!
#NSMunicipalities #NSFM
🌊 Coastal Planning Support Program open until Feb 11, 2026! Funding helps municipalities with safe coastal development, public engagement, and bylaw adoption. Apply now: https://loom.ly/4MtMv0Q
📩 coastal@nsfm.ca
#NovaScotia #ClimateAction #CoastalPlanning
📩 coastal@nsfm.ca
#NovaScotia #ClimateAction #CoastalPlanning
January 14, 2026 at 12:01 PM
🌊 Coastal Planning Support Program open until Feb 11, 2026! Funding helps municipalities with safe coastal development, public engagement, and bylaw adoption. Apply now: https://loom.ly/4MtMv0Q
📩 coastal@nsfm.ca
#NovaScotia #ClimateAction #CoastalPlanning
📩 coastal@nsfm.ca
#NovaScotia #ClimateAction #CoastalPlanning
📌 3 funding programs just added or updated on the NS Funding Portal
✔️ Recreation Facility Development Grant | Deadline Feb 14
✔️ EV Test Drives & Charging Education | Deadline Feb 19
✔️ Electrify NS MHZEV Rebate | Rolling intake
All open to municipalities and to non-profits.
✔️ Recreation Facility Development Grant | Deadline Feb 14
✔️ EV Test Drives & Charging Education | Deadline Feb 19
✔️ Electrify NS MHZEV Rebate | Rolling intake
All open to municipalities and to non-profits.
January 12, 2026 at 11:33 AM
📌 3 funding programs just added or updated on the NS Funding Portal
✔️ Recreation Facility Development Grant | Deadline Feb 14
✔️ EV Test Drives & Charging Education | Deadline Feb 19
✔️ Electrify NS MHZEV Rebate | Rolling intake
All open to municipalities and to non-profits.
✔️ Recreation Facility Development Grant | Deadline Feb 14
✔️ EV Test Drives & Charging Education | Deadline Feb 19
✔️ Electrify NS MHZEV Rebate | Rolling intake
All open to municipalities and to non-profits.
2 webinars for municipalities:
🏠 Build Canada Homes — Jan 8 | 2–3 pm
What they fund + portal walkthrough + what makes a strong proposal
🌧️ Co-operators Resilience Acceleration Lab — Jan 15 | 1 pm
Climate-resilient infrastructure overview
Details: https://loom.ly/31-fkZ8
🏠 Build Canada Homes — Jan 8 | 2–3 pm
What they fund + portal walkthrough + what makes a strong proposal
🌧️ Co-operators Resilience Acceleration Lab — Jan 15 | 1 pm
Climate-resilient infrastructure overview
Details: https://loom.ly/31-fkZ8
January 7, 2026 at 6:35 PM
2 webinars for municipalities:
🏠 Build Canada Homes — Jan 8 | 2–3 pm
What they fund + portal walkthrough + what makes a strong proposal
🌧️ Co-operators Resilience Acceleration Lab — Jan 15 | 1 pm
Climate-resilient infrastructure overview
Details: https://loom.ly/31-fkZ8
🏠 Build Canada Homes — Jan 8 | 2–3 pm
What they fund + portal walkthrough + what makes a strong proposal
🌧️ Co-operators Resilience Acceleration Lab — Jan 15 | 1 pm
Climate-resilient infrastructure overview
Details: https://loom.ly/31-fkZ8
📢 Two federal programs open in January:
📍 CanExport Community Investments – up to $500K for FDI attraction (Jan 5–30)
📍 Multiculturalism & Anti-Racism Events – up to $100K per event (Jan 7–Feb 18)
Details in Nova Scotia Funding Portal
📍 CanExport Community Investments – up to $500K for FDI attraction (Jan 5–30)
📍 Multiculturalism & Anti-Racism Events – up to $100K per event (Jan 7–Feb 18)
Details in Nova Scotia Funding Portal
January 7, 2026 at 12:20 PM
📢 Two federal programs open in January:
📍 CanExport Community Investments – up to $500K for FDI attraction (Jan 5–30)
📍 Multiculturalism & Anti-Racism Events – up to $100K per event (Jan 7–Feb 18)
Details in Nova Scotia Funding Portal
📍 CanExport Community Investments – up to $500K for FDI attraction (Jan 5–30)
📍 Multiculturalism & Anti-Racism Events – up to $100K per event (Jan 7–Feb 18)
Details in Nova Scotia Funding Portal
Happy New Year from #NSFM
#HappyNewYear #NewYear2026 #CheersToTheNewYear #NSFM2026 #Welcome2026 #NewYearWishes #CelebrateNewYear #FreshStart #NSFMNewYear #NewYearJoy
#HappyNewYear #NewYear2026 #CheersToTheNewYear #NSFM2026 #Welcome2026 #NewYearWishes #CelebrateNewYear #FreshStart #NSFMNewYear #NewYearJoy
January 1, 2026 at 11:01 AM
✨ As 2025 comes to a close, we reflect with gratitude on the year past and look forward with hope to the year ahead.
Wishing you and your loved ones a safe and joyful New Year’s Eve—and all the best in 2026! 🎆🥂
#HappyNewYear #Goodbye2025 #Hello2026 #NSFM
Wishing you and your loved ones a safe and joyful New Year’s Eve—and all the best in 2026! 🎆🥂
#HappyNewYear #Goodbye2025 #Hello2026 #NSFM
December 31, 2025 at 11:01 AM
✨ As 2025 comes to a close, we reflect with gratitude on the year past and look forward with hope to the year ahead.
Wishing you and your loved ones a safe and joyful New Year’s Eve—and all the best in 2026! 🎆🥂
#HappyNewYear #Goodbye2025 #Hello2026 #NSFM
Wishing you and your loved ones a safe and joyful New Year’s Eve—and all the best in 2026! 🎆🥂
#HappyNewYear #Goodbye2025 #Hello2026 #NSFM
NSFM will be Closed for the holidays We will re-open on January 5, 2026
#NSFMHolidayClosure #NSFMClosed #HolidayBreak #HappyHolidays #SeeYouIn2026 #HolidayHours #OfficeClosed #ReopeningJanuary5 #SeasonalClosure #NSFMNotice #NSFM
#NSFMHolidayClosure #NSFMClosed #HolidayBreak #HappyHolidays #SeeYouIn2026 #HolidayHours #OfficeClosed #ReopeningJanuary5 #SeasonalClosure #NSFMNotice #NSFM
December 29, 2025 at 11:01 AM
NSFM will be Closed for the holidays We will re-open on January 5, 2026
#NSFMHolidayClosure #NSFMClosed #HolidayBreak #HappyHolidays #SeeYouIn2026 #HolidayHours #OfficeClosed #ReopeningJanuary5 #SeasonalClosure #NSFMNotice #NSFM
#NSFMHolidayClosure #NSFMClosed #HolidayBreak #HappyHolidays #SeeYouIn2026 #HolidayHours #OfficeClosed #ReopeningJanuary5 #SeasonalClosure #NSFMNotice #NSFM
Enjoy Boxing Day from #NSFM
#BoxingDayDealsNS #ShoppingSpree #FestiveFindsNS #BoxingDayBargains #RetailTherapyNS #DiscoverDealsNS #ShopAndSaveNS #BoxingDayDelights #SeasonalSavingsNS
#BoxingDayDealsNS #ShoppingSpree #FestiveFindsNS #BoxingDayBargains #RetailTherapyNS #DiscoverDealsNS #ShopAndSaveNS #BoxingDayDelights #SeasonalSavingsNS
December 26, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Happy Holidays from #NSFM
#FestiveCheerNS #HolidayJoyHalifax #SeasonsGreetingsNS #CelebrateInHalifax #JoyfulNovaScotia #WinterWondersNS #HappyHolidaysHalifax #MerryAndBrightNS #CheersToTheSeason #HalifaxHolidays
#FestiveCheerNS #HolidayJoyHalifax #SeasonsGreetingsNS #CelebrateInHalifax #JoyfulNovaScotia #WinterWondersNS #HappyHolidaysHalifax #MerryAndBrightNS #CheersToTheSeason #HalifaxHolidays
December 25, 2025 at 11:01 AM