We stand corrected! The Archives team took a closer look and this does indeed look like Creighton Street, not Gottingen Street. Thanks, everyone! They'll correct in their database.
Traffic delay: Commodore Drive from Countryview to Finlay drives. This work will take place on Wednesday, March 11, from 12 to 2 p.m. This work includes quality assurance in support of the 2021-25 Regional Council Strategic Priorities Plan. Details: buff.ly/bWBueSf
Traffic delay: North Preston Road from Long Lake Bridge to Johnson Road on Wednesday, March 11 from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Lane drops will be in place while work is underway. Drivers should expect delays and are asked to take alternative routes whenever possible. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/tr...
Traffic Delay: Windsor Junction Road, from Windgate Drive to Fall River Road, Wednesday, March 11, from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. More details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/tr...
Two children stand against a teal background holding tennis rackets and posing playfully as if performing with guitars. Text on the left announces Spring 2026 registration dates for recreation programs, aquatics, and skating, alongside Halifax Rec branding.
Are you ready? Spring 2026 recreation program registration starts tomorrow (March 10). Check out the spring course catalogues at halifax.ca/myREC for the complete list of available programming. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/re...
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Blueprint of a building.
On #MysteryMonday, can you tell #HfxArchives what building is shown in this 1934 blueprint? Bonus points if you know the location.
A conventional bus parked at a sidewalk with a ramp deployed at the front entrance for accessible boarding. White text on a blue background says “Transit Accessibility Survey” with a Halifax Transit logo to the right.
Do you have ideas on how we could improve sharing information about our accessibility policies and features, as well as programs, routes and schedules?
Give us your feedback by completing the survey before March 16 at: engagehalifax.ca/talktransit
Blue background with an icon of a yellow clock and the word "Meeting".
Today (Mar. 9) at 6 p.m. – North West Community Council, Council Chamber, City Hall, 3rd Floor. Read the agenda: www.halifax.ca/city-hall/st.... Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/live/7F-Np2p...
Blue background with an icon of a yellow clock and the word "Meeting".
Today (Mar. 9) at 1 p.m. – Environment and Sustainability Standing Committee, Council Chamber, City Hall, 3rd Floor. Read the agenda: www.halifax.ca/city-hall/co.... Watch on YouTube: www.youtube.com/live/ISappGw...
(Front row, L- R) Mrs. Maude Sparks, Mrs. Lucas or Mrs. Tynes, Mary Bauld, Mrs. Lucas or Mrs. Tynes, Mrs. Helen (Jack) Lucas, Ms. Sade Tynes, with Mrs. Muriel States, wife of Reverend Wellington States, presenting the blanket.
According to the writing on the back of the photo, the women are: (Back row, L-R) Mrs. Borden, Mrs. Marjorie (Hubert) Drummond, , Mrs. Nellie (Ernie) Fairfax, Mrs. Arthur Tynes, Edith Sparks, Mrs. Ross Kenny, Mrs. Norma (Dollard) James, Edith Sparks, Ms. Edith Colley, Ms. Catherine or Cassie Lucas;
We’re proud to honour the resilience, leadership and dedication of women who serve on the front lines, across all areas of municipal government, and throughout our communities.
A black and white photo of a large group of women, most wearing dresses and hats. One of the women is presenting another woman with a folded blanket tied with a bow.
For International Women's Day, #HfxArchives is featuring a new acquisition from Carolyn Fowler, great-granddaughter of Mary Bauld, shown here being presented with a blanket by a group of women from the Victoria Road United Baptist Church.
This #IWD, we’re celebrating the women who make a difference in our community every day. In this video, Cst. Kelsey Hodder of the Halifax Regional Police talks about her journey as a woman in policing and the mentorship and support she’s received from senior women officers along the way.
Lane Closure – Robie Street between Quinpool and Jubilee roads on Saturday, March 7 from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. This section of Robie Street will be closed to southbound traffic with a marked detour in place. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/la...
These will be temporary fixes using cold patch to stabilize potholes until asphalt plants reopen (they close in winter) and warmer temperatures allow for permanent repairs. Thanks for your patience while crews work to make the roads a little smoother.
A crew member patching a pothole with a shovel.
With the weather on our side and streets clear of snow, our crews will be out March 9–13, 7 a.m.–5 p.m. across the municipality repairing potholes. You may see rolling stop-and-go traffic and short delays. Work on major corridors will happen outside peak traffic times when possible.
There will be a public hearing on:
1. Case 24469: Comprehensive Neighbourhood Planning – M District Future Growth Node, Dartmouth (Joint Meeting with Harbour East - Marine Drive Community Council).
Public Hearing: Virtual participation available in white text on a blue background.
On Tuesday, March 10, Halifax Regional Council will be holding a meeting. There will be a public hearing and public participation is welcome.
To speak in-person, pre-register with the Clerk's office by 4:30 p.m. on Mar. 10. To speak via Zoom, register by 4:30 p.m. on Mar. 9. Agenda: brnw.ch/21x0wiK
In-person engagement sessions:
o March 24, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Dartmouth High School (cafeteria)
o March 30, 6 to 8 p.m., St. Andrew’s Community Centre Virtual engagement session:
o April 13, 6 to 8 p.m., Virtual town hall (Microsoft Teams)
*Please register by emailing inclusion@halifax.ca.
The municipality is inviting residents to share their input on how recreation programs can be more inclusive and accessible. Have your say by taking our online survey or attending an upcoming engagement session
Take our survey by April 30 at engagehalifax.ca/rec-inclusion. Session details below:
The Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that they have a few more days to take advantage of ice skating at the Emera Oval, which is closing for the winter season on Sunday, March 15. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/em...
Public participation is available for the two following public hearings:
1. PLANAPP 2023-01594: Development Agreement for 143 and 153 Sackville Drive, Lower Sackville
2. PLANAPP 2023-00943: Development Agreement for 498 Sackville Drive, Lower Sackville
Public Hearing: Virtual participation available in white text on a blue background.
REMINDER: On Monday, March 9, we will be holding a North West Community Council meeting. There will be two public hearings.
To speak in person, pre-register with the Clerk's Office by 4:30 p.m. on March 9. To speak via Zoom, register by 4:30 p.m. on Mar. 6. Agenda: brnw.ch/21x0qnh
The Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting youth to participate in an online engagement survey to help guide future youth-focused programs and services. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/yo...
ID: List of municipal roads that are except from annual spring weight restrictions.
To minimize potential damage to municipal roads, the Halifax Regional Municipality will introduce its annual spring weight restrictions, beginning at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, March 15 and ending at 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, April 26. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/mu...
The Halifax Regional Municipality has received Bee City status, as designated by Bee City Canada. Bee City status recognizes the municipality’s commitment to protecting and promoting pollinators by establishing and maintaining pollinator habitats. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/mu...
Alt text: Sepia toned archival photo of the Brooklyn & Co. Piano Forte Manufactory. Text reads: Halifax Municipal Archives - Ask an Archivist pop up booth. March 10 | 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Scotia Square (5201 Duke Street).
Curious about how to research local history? Join Municipal Archivists on Tuesday, March 10 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for answers to your local history questions and tips on how to care for your own archives.
Learn more about the Halifax Municipal Archives at halifax.ca/archives.
Do you have old electronics collecting dust? Don’t toss them in the garbage – many devices contain materials that can harm the environment if not disposed of properly. Watch the video to learn how to safely and responsibly recycle your electronics.
For more info, visit: RecycleMyElectronics.ca
