Official account for the Halifax Regional Municipality. Not monitored 24/7. Need help? Call 311 or email contactus@311.halifax.ca. Call 911 for emergencies.https://bsky.app/profile/hfxgov.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/hfxgov.bsky.social/post/3mkxixvgdcc2hInternational Sun Day is a chance to reflect on the importance of the sun for life on Earth. HalifACT and other bold climate plans work to prevent pollution from fossil fuels, and one of the most important ways they can do this is by switching to solar energy. Learn more at halifax.ca/climate.03 May 2026 15:47 +0000at://did:plc:kmrllxdrhgp6bhlbf3zwbleg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkxixvgdcc2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/hfxgov.bsky.social/post/3mkvdu7adps2nUpdate: This issue has been resolved. [contains quote post or other embedded content]02 May 2026 19:10 +0000at://did:plc:kmrllxdrhgp6bhlbf3zwbleg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkvdu7adps2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/hfxgov.bsky.social/post/3mkvcpdpyz22lSignificant rain and strong winds are in the forecast for tomorrow (Sunday, May 3) continuing until early Monday morning. This could cause localized flooding and hazardous driving conditions. Please clear storm drains and catchbasins if possible and use caution when travelling. brnw.ch/21x24La02 May 2026 18:50 +0000at://did:plc:kmrllxdrhgp6bhlbf3zwbleg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkvcpdpyz22lhttps://bsky.app/profile/hfxgov.bsky.social/post/3mkvbu46pe223Please note that 311 phone service is currently unavailable due to a technical issue. Residents can still reach 311 by email at contactus@311.halifax.ca. We’ll share an update on social media once phone service has been restored.02 May 2026 18:34 +0000at://did:plc:kmrllxdrhgp6bhlbf3zwbleg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkvbu46pe223https://bsky.app/profile/hfxgov.bsky.social/post/3mksvudlxys2wCrosswalk safety upgrades are coming to Main Road. This Saturday, May 2, pedestrian‑activated traffic signals will be installed at Swordfish & Corsair drives to improve safety on this busy stretch. More info: https://www.halifax.ca/home/news/crosswalk-safety-improvements-coming-main-road01 May 2026 19:54 +0000at://did:plc:kmrllxdrhgp6bhlbf3zwbleg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mksvudlxys2whttps://bsky.app/profile/hfxgov.bsky.social/post/3mksir4hc6r2vJoin us for our Open Greenhouse event on Saturday, May 16 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the 5711 Sackville St. See what our gardeners have been growing and ask them questions about how they keep municipal parks looking beautiful. No registration required. No plants for sale. Parking available onsite.01 May 2026 16:00 +0000at://did:plc:kmrllxdrhgp6bhlbf3zwbleg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mksir4hc6r2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/hfxgov.bsky.social/post/3mkshcrq5ky2vResidents are invited to share feedback on how the design of missing middle housing can better reflect the look and feel of their community. Learn more and complete the survey: buff.ly/WDqLUWo01 May 2026 15:34 +0000at://did:plc:kmrllxdrhgp6bhlbf3zwbleg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkshcrq5ky2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/hfxgov.bsky.social/post/3mksfgauv4q22Parents, teachers & school staff in Halifax are invited to a focus group on Active School Travel. Share your insights on helping students walk, bike or roll to school. Join us Monday, May 4, 5–7 p.m. at St Andrew’s Community Centre. Registration required: engagehalifax.ca/AST-baseline-study01 May 2026 15:00 +0000at://did:plc:kmrllxdrhgp6bhlbf3zwbleg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mksfgauv4q22https://bsky.app/profile/hfxgov.bsky.social/post/3mksco4jwtv2nOn May 10, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., join local emergency agencies, municipal Emergency Management, and community response teams at the JEM Jamboree at the Porter’s Lake Superstore.01 May 2026 14:11 +0000at://did:plc:kmrllxdrhgp6bhlbf3zwbleg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mksco4jwtv2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/hfxgov.bsky.social/post/3mks4ngd2is2gWe’re hiring. Join the Halifax Regional Municipality as a Senior Leasing Specialist within the Corporate Real Estate division of Property, Fleet & Environment. Apply by 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, May 7. Learn more and apply at: https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/Home/Home?partnerid=25749&siteid=5764#jobDetails=769995_576401 May 2026 12:23 +0000at://did:plc:kmrllxdrhgp6bhlbf3zwbleg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mks4ngd2is2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/hfxgov.bsky.social/post/3mkqcxzlvxj2kHalifax Transit is offering a new way for riders to keep track of service updates. Residents can now visit halifax.ca/realtime-alerts and filter by their preferred route to quickly see real-time detours, trip cancellations, stop closures, and snow plan notifications, all in one place.30 Apr 2026 19:11 +0000at://did:plc:kmrllxdrhgp6bhlbf3zwbleg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkqcxzlvxj2khttps://bsky.app/profile/hfxgov.bsky.social/post/3mkqcdghlvs2zOffice work looked a bit different 65 years ago! This photo, likely taken to test a roll a film, depicts the inside of the Works Department office and features employees Donald MacDonald, John MacDonald and Lionel Alexander. Find more photos: https://archive.halifax.ca/archive/final/Portal/Default.aspx?component=AABC&record=3581c3dc-3373-48f4-b2cd-7775783aa51e30 Apr 2026 19:00 +0000at://did:plc:kmrllxdrhgp6bhlbf3zwbleg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkqcdghlvs2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/hfxgov.bsky.social/post/3mkq4rololx2gTraffic Delay: Starboard Drive between Fleetview Drive and Brigadier Crescent from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursday, April 30 and Monday, May 4. This work is needed for the safe installation of a natural gas pipeline in the area. Details: https://www.halifax.ca/home/news/traffic-delay-starboard-drive30 Apr 2026 17:20 +0000at://did:plc:kmrllxdrhgp6bhlbf3zwbleg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkq4rololx2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/hfxgov.bsky.social/post/3mkq4nke3y42vAs part of Emergency Preparedness Week (May 3-9), we're encouraging all residents to take proactive steps in preparing for emergencies. Be prepared and know your risks. Details: buff.ly/uhZjsxi30 Apr 2026 17:18 +0000at://did:plc:kmrllxdrhgp6bhlbf3zwbleg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkq4nke3y42vhttps://bsky.app/profile/hfxgov.bsky.social/post/3mkq4azpxgl2xOn Thursday, May 7 we will be holding a Harbour East-Marine Drive Community Council meeting. There will be a public hearing. To speak in person, pre-register with the Clerk's Office by 4:30 p.m. on May 7 or register at the meeting. Agenda: https://www.halifax.ca/city-hall/community-councils/may-7-2026-harbour-east-marine-drive-community-council30 Apr 2026 17:11 +0000at://did:plc:kmrllxdrhgp6bhlbf3zwbleg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkq4azpxgl2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/hfxgov.bsky.social/post/3mkq3pfxabk2qHalifax Transit is offering a new way for riders to keep track of service updates. Find details at: https://www.halifax.ca/home/news/new-real-time-halifax-transit-alert-service30 Apr 2026 17:01 +0000at://did:plc:kmrllxdrhgp6bhlbf3zwbleg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkq3pfxabk2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/hfxgov.bsky.social/post/3mkppsmivae2kThe Halifax Common Skate Park will be closed temporarily on Monday, May 4, from 7 a.m. until 6 p.m. to accommodate soil testing in the area. Details: https://www.halifax.ca/home/news/temporary-closure-halifax-common-skate-park30 Apr 2026 13:28 +0000at://did:plc:kmrllxdrhgp6bhlbf3zwbleg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkppsmivae2khttps://bsky.app/profile/hfxgov.bsky.social/post/3mkpoizhbqk2qHeavy rain is in the forecast for this evening (Thursday, April 30) continuing until tomorrow evening. This could cause localized flooding and hazardous driving conditions. Please clear storm drains and catchbasins in your area if possible and use caution when travelling. brnw.ch/21x24La30 Apr 2026 13:05 +0000at://did:plc:kmrllxdrhgp6bhlbf3zwbleg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkpoizhbqk2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/hfxgov.bsky.social/post/3mkpohsbouc2kTraffic delay: Dutch Village Road, between Supreme Court and southern end of Dutch Village Road. This work to remove temporary winter measures for concrete installation will take place from May 4 to 8, from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Rolling stop-and-go traffic will be in place. More details: buff.ly/JRZst4h30 Apr 2026 13:04 +0000at://did:plc:kmrllxdrhgp6bhlbf3zwbleg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkpohsbouc2khttps://bsky.app/profile/hfxgov.bsky.social/post/3mkpnzpurtj2nAt the April 28 meeting, Regional Council received the Annual Public Safety Strategy Report, which provides an update on progress made under the municipality’s Public Safety Strategy since it was approved in 2023. Details: https://www.halifax.ca/city-hall/regional-council/making-a-difference-our-region30 Apr 2026 12:56 +0000at://did:plc:kmrllxdrhgp6bhlbf3zwbleg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkpnzpurtj2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/hfxgov.bsky.social/post/3mkpn5j5ya72wYou can’t control traffic, but you can control your response. Avoid aggressive driving by letting others merge, keeping a safe distance, staying focused and not trying to “teach” others a lesson. Small choices matter, drive safely. Learn more at halifax.ca/roadsafety30 Apr 2026 12:41 +0000at://did:plc:kmrllxdrhgp6bhlbf3zwbleg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkpn5j5ya72whttps://bsky.app/profile/hfxgov.bsky.social/post/3mknncpdl7n2vWe're advising residents of upcoming traffic disruptions on Cole Harbour Road, Bissett Road and John Stewart Drive from April 30 to June 30. Details: buff.ly/jiwfaVe29 Apr 2026 17:38 +0000at://did:plc:kmrllxdrhgp6bhlbf3zwbleg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mknncpdl7n2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/hfxgov.bsky.social/post/3mknln4i6bs2xRegional Council has approved five project grants through the Community Museum Grants Program for the 2026 fiscal year. The decision provides a total of $60,500 to support upgrades, restorations and planning work at community museums in the Halifax region. Details: https://www.halifax.ca/city-hall/regional-council/making-a-difference-our-region29 Apr 2026 17:08 +0000at://did:plc:kmrllxdrhgp6bhlbf3zwbleg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mknln4i6bs2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/hfxgov.bsky.social/post/3mkn5agyqu42vDid you know the Planning & Development Dashboard is updated daily? The dashboard provides daily data on housing, permits and development trends. It also links to the Permit Status Map for those who prefer a geographic view. Explore it here: halifax.ca/development-dashboard29 Apr 2026 12:51 +0000at://did:plc:kmrllxdrhgp6bhlbf3zwbleg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkn5agyqu42vhttps://bsky.app/profile/hfxgov.bsky.social/post/3mkkxjykvjs2tResidents are invited to meet Bird Canada, the municipality’s e-bike and e-scooter shared micromobility provider. Stop by City Hall outside at Grand Parade on April 30 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. to celebrate the launch of the 2026 shared micromobility season. Learn more at halifax.ca/sharedmicromobility28 Apr 2026 16:03 +0000at://did:plc:kmrllxdrhgp6bhlbf3zwbleg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkkxjykvjs2thttps://bsky.app/profile/hfxgov.bsky.social/post/3mkkoriwppy2xThe Halifax Regional Municipality is advising residents that a new “One Membership” pilot program has been introduced to improve access to municipally operated and multi-district recreation facilities. Details: https://www.halifax.ca/home/news/municipality-launches-one-membership-pilot-recreation-facilities28 Apr 2026 13:26 +0000at://did:plc:kmrllxdrhgp6bhlbf3zwbleg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkkoriwppy2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/hfxgov.bsky.social/post/3mkiufgkcnl2eGreenway closure: Barrington Street Active Transportation Greenway, between Upper Water and Nora Bernard streets. Telecommunications repair work on April 28 and 29 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The greenway and east sidewalk will be closed with marked detours in place. More details: buff.ly/3Ai0EmU27 Apr 2026 20:02 +0000at://did:plc:kmrllxdrhgp6bhlbf3zwbleg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkiufgkcnl2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/hfxgov.bsky.social/post/3mkiu6g3xwk22Traffic delay: Mount Edward Road between Wanda Lane and Spring Avenue from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, April 28 and Wednesday, April 29. This work is needed for the safe installation of a natural gas pipeline in the area. Details: https://www.halifax.ca/home/news/traffic-delay-mount-edward-road-027 Apr 2026 19:58 +0000at://did:plc:kmrllxdrhgp6bhlbf3zwbleg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkiu6g3xwk22https://bsky.app/profile/hfxgov.bsky.social/post/3mkirh7bibm22On April 28, Halifax Regional Council will be holding a meeting. There will be a public hearing. To speak in-person, pre-register with the Clerk's office by 4:30 p.m. on April 28 or register at the meeting. To participate virtually, register by 4:30 p.m. on April 27. Agenda: brnw.ch/21x1Uet27 Apr 2026 19:09 +0000at://did:plc:kmrllxdrhgp6bhlbf3zwbleg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkirh7bibm22https://bsky.app/profile/hfxgov.bsky.social/post/3mkinfi7gbc24We’re asking for feedback on the future of the Cole Harbour Common to explore solutions to address frequent flooding. Take the online survey before May 15 at engagehalifax.ca/cole-harbour-common27 Apr 2026 17:56 +0000at://did:plc:kmrllxdrhgp6bhlbf3zwbleg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkinfi7gbc24