Have old books? They're no longer accepted in curbside recycling under new extended producer responsibility rules. Donate them to a local charity (check first), to a community library box, or share them with friend. As a last resort, they go in the garbage. Learn more at: halifax.ca/recycling

Halifax ends contracts with Imperial Cleaners over failure to pay living wages By @suzannerent.bsky.social

Snow routes for Halifax Transit buses will be in effect on Feb. 2. There are currently no impacts to ferry service, beyond the ongoing 30-minute service disruption for the Alderney ferry.

if you’re opening late (Monday, Feb 2) or staying closed ( or YOU’LL DEF BE OPEN) etc … —— www.instagram.com/p/DUQH2HkDSIA/

Alderney Ferry service is running on a 30 min schedule until further notice, due to maintenance. Ferries will depart Alderney at XX:00 & XX:30. Ferries will depart Halifax at xx:15 & xx:45. Woodside Ferry service is not impacted at this time. Shuttles will be provided.

💫🔥☄️ 👽🛸👾 What’s this!? From my DMs.

Very close call which could easily have resulted in two fatalities. HRM should provide a full statement and apology specific to this incident. www.cbc.ca/player/play/...

From @obladeewinebar — Many of you are asking how you can help, and here is how. AN URGENT CALL FOR HRM CLARIFICATION Obladee is facing imminent eviction from its home of 15 years. We urgently call upon HRM to help clarify this claim by Monday February 2nd at noon.

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...

NS Income Assistance rate went up $17.00 this year. Why aren't people advocating for more? "everyone is focused on simple day-to-day survival" says Kendall.

From @andyfillmorehfx — I’m pushing to stop the costly Halifax Forum redevelopment. Instead, we should be investing in an affordable and sustainable rink on peninsular Halifax for our kids. As families are tightening their belts, we need to do the same at City Hall. Read more here ☝️

From @timbophoto — A fishing boat is seen amongst various shapes of ice, on a cool afternoon in #HackettsCove #StMargaretsBay #novascotia #canada winter dayshift roamwiththedrone

From @hfxwanderersfc — ⚓️ FREE TO PLAY SOCCER ⚽️ Join us at Sexton Gym in downtown Halifax for drop-in futsal 👊 Open to players of all skill levels age 16 and up!!! #TogetherFromAways #COYW

Launch of African Heritage Month 2026 news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/01/2...

From @urbanizehalifax — Mumford terminal development proposal 4 towers up to 42 Storeys #halifax #urbanizehalifax

If you have an extra few minutes after shovelling out your driveway today, consider digging out a fire hydrant or a bus stop or an elderly neighbour’s front steps. A good deed will make you feel good.

Find the full post at CityNews —

When will clearing be complete? See what time clearing should be completed based on priority level. find your street priority level: https://ift.tt/Ha1bL0P —— 🤳 random iPhone tip: Screenshot links, they’ll be clickable in your photos.

Weather event end time: Tuesday, Jan. 27, 9:30 a.m. For more information on street and sidewalk clearing timelines, visit: www.halifax.ca/transportati...

Snowfall totals as of 9am Tuesday: Average 20-30cm over the southern Maritimes. I had 22cm. A few spots over 35cm with the 41.9cm the highest at Sluice Pt. at the SW tip on NS (near Pubnico). Thanks to our CoCoRaHs citizen scientists!

Need A Family Practice Registry Continues to Evolve news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/01/2...

Provincial Government Offices Open at Noon news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/01/2...

#hfxws: Back from the evening dog walk, and the sidewalks in my west end Halifax neighbourhood are clearer than the roadways. The curb cuts could use some work, but otherwise very passable on foot for now!

The orthopedic team at Dartmouth General Hospital became one of the first in #Canada to complete seven hip replacement surgeries in a single operating room, in a single day, in December. #NovaScotia /1 thread www.ctvnews.ca/atlantic/nov...

if you’re opening late (tuesday) or staying closed for the day ( or YOU’LL DEF BE OPEN) or whatever and want to spread the word — drop details in the comments. —— If you’re trying to find this post later today, scroll up: I’m pinning it for the day.

❄️ SNOW DAY ❄️ From @hrce_ns — All schools in the Halifax Regional Centre for Education are closed today, Tuesday, January 27, 2026 due to poor road conditions, and to allow for cleanup following the winter storm. Visit www.hrce.ca. for more info.

Dalhousie’s Halifax and Truro campus, and the University of King’s College, will delay opening today, Monday January 27,2026, until12 PM due to weather and campus conditions.

From @riazoozeer — Heading out or mentally losing it. . . . . #halifax #snowstorm #discoverhalifax #hfxnoise canada

From @kpopeventshfx — Come celebrate Soul of P1harmony’s birthday with us! Link in bio!

The Halifax Regional Municipality is planning an extension of the Almon Street bikeway to create a safe and convenient connection between Agricola and Isleville streets for active transportation users. Learn more: buff.ly/wvqrCzQ

Yesterday, from @whitneys_camera — a tad chilly today

From @hrce_ns — All schools in the Halifax Regional Centre for Education are closed today, Monday, January 26, 2026, due to the winter storm. For more info, visit hrce.ca.

From @hfxbrx — Halifax Ferry Kit coming soon! #yesLEGO

(Jan. 25, 7:10 p.m.) Due to the forecasted weather, we're sharing the following updates on municipal services: buff.ly/Wua1MXD

UPDATE: N.L. Hydro lifts Power Warning as conditions improve ‘significantly’ ntv.ca/business/n-l...

From #Repost @timbophoto — Watched this kite snowboarder getting pulled along on a field off Old Post Road this afternoon, the windchill was nasty and there is much much more snow on the way #GrandPre #NovaScotia #Canada #902 winter roam chilly

❄️ WINTER PARKING BAN ❄️ The overnight winter parking ban will be enforced from 1 to 6 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 26 (in both Zone 1 – Central and Zone 2 – Non-Central), to allow crews to properly clear streets and sidewalks. Details: buff.ly/0OUqO44

The overnight winter parking ban will be enforced from 1 to 6 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 26 (in both Zone 1 – Central and Zone 2 – Non-Central), to allow crews to properly clear streets and sidewalks. Details: buff.ly/0OUqO44

From @hfxpinball — Reminder! See you this afternoon well before the snow moves in.

RCMP officers are in the area of Churchill Downs Circle in #LowerSackville conducting an investigation. Residents can expect to see a large police presence. Avoid the area to allow officers to do their work. At this time, there’s no risk to public safety.

From @parkerstreetfood — We are seeking donations of new or gently used winter coats for kids and adults for our Winter Warmup on February 9!! Share the warmth this winter!

From @abundancestorens — Visit our pop-up thrift shop at Saint Mary’s University on Monday! 🐺

From @y2knighthfx — Now that we are all (hopefully) recovered from that absolute banger of a NYE party, let’s do it again! Jan 23rd all the best of the 2000s with @stilldrunkenest. 11pm - 2am, $11 adv / $15 door.

Find the full post at CBC

From @basketballnovascotia — We are so excited to announce the 🔥🏀Wheelchair Basketball Tournament 🔥🏀 taking place on the 31st of January. Register with the link in our Bio 🙌🏼

Find the full post at CdnPress —

From @carrefouratlantic — The end of an era... The old Salty’s building is being fully torn down this week after being empty for a year. Through this waterfront renewal, the shops at Historic Properties remain open for business!

From @riazoozeer — Blue Monday, not so blue to me. Lots of fun shooting this lil storm. . . . . #halifax #discoverhalifax #photography #urban hfxnoise

From @jonofthewild — The Lunenburg waterfront has been such a staple of peace in my life. Whether I was fishing on the harbour, sitting calmly at the edge of the wharf, working @fisheriesmuseumoftheatlantic or grabbing some fish and chips @oldfishfactory 🙌 Much love to the town of Lunenburg

From @move100halifax — K8 - From The ‘Ask NS Page’ It’s Obviously Caused By The Reflection Of The Fresh Snow, But Cool Nonetheless!