Halifax News
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Municipal public service announcements and media releases are shared via Bluesky. Stay up to date on the latest news by following @hfxgov.bsky.social.
Posted: May 1, 2026 - 4:48 pm
EN FRThe Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents of upcoming safety improvements on Main Road at the intersections of Swordfish and Corsair drives. The existing marked crosswalks at both locations will soon be upgraded to pedestrian activated traffic signals.
Posted: May 1, 2026 - 10:00 am
EN FRThe Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that applications for two Marketing Levy Special Event Reserve Grants programs are now open for eligible events taking place from Oct. 1, 2026, through to, and including, March 31, 2027.
Posted: May 1, 2026 - 9:48 am
ENA Dartmouth man has been arrested and charged as part of a human trafficking investigation.
Posted: April 30, 2026 - 1:27 pm
EN FRHalifax Transit is offering a new way for riders to keep track of service updates.
Posted: April 30, 2026 - 1:08 pm
EN FRAs part of Emergency Preparedness Week, the Halifax Regional Municipality is encouraging all residents to take proactive steps in preparing for emergencies. This theme for Emergency Preparedness Week is: Be prepared. Know your risks. The theme emphasizes the importance of understanding potential hazards and taking proactive measures to protect yourself, your family and your community.
Posted: April 30, 2026 - 11:46 am
EN FR Location: Starboard Drive, between Fleetview Drive and Brigadier Crescent
Date: Thursday, April 30 and Monday, May 4
Posted: April 30, 2026 - 10:48 am
EN FRResidents are invited to share feedback on how the design of missing middle housing can better reflect the look and feel of their community.
Posted: April 30, 2026 - 10:24 am
EN FR Date: Monday, May 4
Time: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Posted: April 30, 2026 - 9:53 am
EN FR Date: Monday, May 4 to Friday, May 8
Time: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Posted: April 29, 2026 - 2:02 pm
EN FRUpdated: July 3, 2026 - 1:29 pm
The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents of upcoming traffic disruptions on Cole Harbour Road, Bissett Road and John Stewart Drive.
These disruptions are required to facilitate the installation and restoration of natural gas main and service.