✨GLORIA FISHER BUSINESS PERSON OF THE YEAR AWARD: NOMINATIONS OPEN✨ The Gloria Fisher Business Person of the Year Award was created to recognize outstanding entrepreneurs who are making a significant contribution to downtown Dartmouth.

Our March Newsletter is here and filled with lots of local fun and events. International Women’s Day, March Break, St. Patrick’s Day, Being Black and Beautiful in Downtown Dartmouth and lots of upcoming save the dates! Read the full newsletter through the link in our bio.

After yet another snow day, this is your reminder to support our small, local businesses. Winter is a tough season for many businesses where often see a dip in sales. Over the next few days, we encourage you to head downtown & give our businesses some love (or shop online/order delivery)!

Let’s warm up this chilly day with some amazing news. The East Coast Credit Union Ice Festival is back: JANUARY 30-FEBRUARY 1, 2026! Downtown Dartmouth will be filled with live ice carving, live entertainment, an incredible production by @breakingcircus and so much more fun!

Today is the day! The TD Dartmouth Christmas Tree Lighting is tonight Sat Nov 29 from 5-6:30pm at Sullivan’s Pond! It will be an evening filled with free goodies, activities, Santa, fireworks and more! #Punamukwatijk #DowntownDartmouth

Alderney Landing’s traditional German Christkindlmarket is this weekend! There will be a German market, live performances, carousel rides, puppet shows, and so much more at Alderney Landing. - Fri Nov 28 4pm to 8pm - Sat Nov 29 3pm-9pm - Sun Nov 30 12pm-3pm www.alderneylanding.com/events/chris...

Join us for a Carols and Cocoa, a holiday shopping party on Sat Dec 13 from 11-2 in downtown Dartmouth! There will be on-street carolling & FREE hot chocolate at participating locations to keep you warm while you explore local shops! Participating shops will be posted here and on our website soon.

The TD Dartmouth Christmas Tree Lighting is Sat Nov 29 from 5-6:30 at Sullivan’s Pond! From 5-6:15, there will be loads of holiday fun for you to enjoy From 6:15-6:30, there will be greetings from the stage followed by the tree being lit. At 6:30, you will see the Sullivan’s Pond Holiday Fireworks

Tues Nov 11th marks Remembrance Day. There will be a ceremony held at the Sullivan’s Pond Cenotaph at 10:55, with a parade march from the church at 10:45 Sullivan’s Pond has been decorated with handmade poppies made by residents, family and community volunteers at the Oakwood Terrace Nursing Home

Gloria’s International Grocery (GIGS) located at 200 Portland St is collecting donations to send to Jamaica to help the country rebuild after the devastating results of Hurricane Melissa. They are sending a shipment to Jamaica on Dec 1 and are accepting donations dropped off at GIGS until Nov 30.

Halifax Regional Municipality is hosting a public information session about Downtown Dartmouth as a Heritage Conservation District on Oct 2 @alderneylanding.bsky.social Farmers Market from 4-7pm Learn more and find a survey for feedback through the link in @hfxgov.bsky.social bio

The 10th annual Halifax Colour Festival is THIS SATURDAY, September 6 at Alderney Landing from 11am-3pm! The event is filled with joy, music, dance and lots of colour! There are still tickets available to join in on the fun. Check out the details: www.eventbrite.ca/e/halifax-co...

June is International Pride Month! In Downtown Dartmouth, we are proud to be a part of a business community that champion love, diversity and equality. At the DBDC, we’re committed to fostering a safe, welcoming space for everyone. Here’s to celebrating Pride this month and every month.

🌊📣DOWNTOWN DARTMOUTH WATERFRONT REVITALIZATION PLAN📣🌊 You’re invited to attend the Downtown Dartmouth Waterfront Revitalization Community Workshop on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at the Alderney Landing Theatre. There are two sessions scheduled 2:30-4:30pm and 6:30-8:30pm.

Open City is this Saturday! On May 10, celebrate the entrepreneurs & small businesses across Downtown Dartmouth, @downtownhalifax, @nebahfx, @quinpool_road, & @springgardenarea that make our neighbourhoods so vibrant and special. Don’t miss out on this day of fun, and unofficial kick off to summer.

Today at Margaret’s House, Bela - our Street Navigator - handed out slices of pizza to members of the community alongside DDBC & POSSE staff. A big shout out to Bela for organizing, Margaret’s House for hosting, and Hungry Hut for preparing this special lunch order💙💛🍕

There is lots going this month and throughout the Spring. Take a moment to caught up on all things Downtown Dartmouth! Read the full newsletter through the link mailchi.mp/fc054c17e024... #Punamukwatijk #DowntownDartmouth

After a temporary closure for some renovation work, the Alderney Gate Public Library is reopen and brighter than ever! With new bookshelves, desks, seating, and more, the library is a more comfortable and brighter space for you to enjoy.

Today is Earth Day and a great reminder to be mindful of your actions and the impact they have on the environment. We want to give a shoutout to Luke today. He is our Community Wellnification Steward, and works everyday to make the earth (particularly downtown Dartmouth) a cleaner place.

We’re hosting an April Members Maker Wednesday April 23rd at 4pm at Lake City Cider. Join us to network with colleagues and representatives from the Halifax Tides FC! Please RSVP to [email protected] if you plan to attend. Thank you to our friends at @lakecitycider for hosting.

Our April Newsletter is here and there is lots coming up to look forward to. Burger Bash, Open City, the Downtown Dartmouth Spring Food Crawl and lots more. Read the full newsletter through the link mailchi.mp/b2f3e3a0c871... #Punamukwatijk #DowntownDartmouth

Our Community Cares post goes out to our friends at Vandal Doughnuts who have closed their Portland St location as of yesterday. We want to thank them for filling the community with sweet treats that past couple of years & send a big congratulations on the opening of their Cunard Centre location.

We are seeking a motivated Marketing and Communications Assistant to join our team from May 26, 2025 - August 29, 2025. The full job description can be found through the link www.downtowndartmouth.ca/careers We look forward to hearing from you!

Burger Bash is just over a week away! From April 3-12, enjoy mouth watering burgers while supporting Feed NS. 10 Downtown Dartmouth restaurants are participating in this year’s 10 day fundraiser: Find the full details on the burgers through the link burgerbash.ca

It is officially the first day of Spring! In a few short weeks we will see colours popping up all around the community and patios opening for the season. Pictured here is the Daffodil Garden for Cancer Survivors, which will soon come into bloom with thousands of daffodils lining the waterfront.

The Curio Collective Spring Vintage Show is coming to downtown Dartmouth! On Saturday, March 29 and Sunday, March 30 from 10-5 pm you will find the city’s biggest exclusively Vintage and Antiques Show set up at The Shuffle (31 Queen Street).

Jane’s Walk is an annual festival of free, community-led walking conversations inspired by Jane Jacob’s. It takes place in hundreds of cities around the world during the first weekend in May (May 3rd-4th, 2025).

It’s as important as ever to use your purchasing power purposefully and support the local economy. Choose to shop at one of the many local businesses downtown and support the community.

We Love Downtown Dartmouth Day is coming up THIS SAT Mar 8. The way it works is you make a purchase at a participating business, keep your virtual/physical receipt to show as proof to the next business you shop at, and receive their discount! It’s a great day of local love.

It is the last week of February which means it’s your last few days to get out to try a Dine Around Menu. There are 9 downtown Dartmouth eateries participating this year and all of their menus have delicious options!

We Love Downtown Dartmouth Day is on Sat March 8 & is a chance to support local businesses through a long winter. To support each other, several businesses offer deals, promotions, or discounts to those who show proof of purchasing from another participating business. 📸 @stoometzphoto.com

Discover Halifax want to hear from YOU! Whether you're a long-standing tourism operator, a budding entrepreneur, or a local resident, your input is vital to the success of the Integrated Tourism Master Plan.   Thurs Feb 27 6-8pm at the Alderney Gate Public Library - Helen Creighton Room

We Love Downtown Dartmouth Day is on Sat March 8! It is chance to support local businesses through a long winter. To support each other, several businesses collaborate to offer deals, promotions, or discounts to those who show proof of purchasing from another participating business on March 8.

In celebration of Valentine’s Day, share some love with your favourite downtown Dartmouth businesses! There’s still time to head downtown to find the perfect Valentine’s Gift or grab a festive treat. 📸 @stoometzphoto.com

There are a few more days of the temporary GST/HST tax break on certain items & a number of downtown Dartmouth businesses carry qualifying items. It is in place until Feb 15, so now is the time to get out and enjoy the benefits for the last few days. For more information visit Canada.ca

Jacob’s Lounge is hosting a trivia night organized by the Back to the Sea Board on Tues Feb 18 at 7:30pm. Pre-register using the link to save $5! Pre-sale ticket price: $10 / Ticket price at the door: $15 crm.bloomerang.co/HostedDonati...

We Love DT Dartmouth Day is back this year on Sat March 8! A chance to get downtown & support local after a long winter. Several businesses collaborate to offer deals, promotions or discounts to those who show proof of purchasing from another participating business on Mar 8. List coming soon.

Our February Newsletter is here and it is filled with all of the latest downtown Dartmouth updates. Dine Around, We Love Downtown Dartmouth Day (March 8!), lots of local events & so much more. Click the link to read the full newsletter mailchi.mp/4f9385dc2b28... 📸Stoo Metz Photography @stoo.ca

The American tariffs on Canadian goods are going to be devastating for local business.  Now is the time to use your purchasing power purposefully.

If you are around Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, you should check out the Dartmouth Ice Festival in the downtown on Sunday. I toured it with my camera this afternoon: sandblings.blogspot.com/2025/02/dart... #photography #sculpture #icesculpture #art #festival #dartmouthnovascotia #dartmouthicefestival

Fav Ice Sculpture from the #Dartmouth Ice Festival By Swamp Bear @downtowndartmouth.bsky.social

This year at the East Coast Credit Union Ice Festival, we have come together with Nova Scotia Power to “SOCK IT TO WINTER” with a sock drive. NSPower is kicking off the drive with $2500 in socks. Collection boxes will be around all weekend.

Many downtown Dartmouth businesses are offering deals and specials during the East Coast Credit Union Ice Festival this weekend! Some specials and deals are all weekend, and others certain days. Details are all on the graphic.

In addition to Saturday and Sunday, Bluey & Bingo will now be joining in on the East Coast Credit Union Ice Festival celebrations on Friday! You will be able to meet with Bluey & Bingo on Fri Jan 31 from 6-8pm and on Sat & Sun Feb 1 & 2 from 12noon-4pm in the Alderney Landing Theatre.

The East Coast Credit Union Ice Festival is quickly approaching from Jan 31-Feb 2! There will be two Support for Culture DJ Stages with tunes of all styles.

This year at the East Coast Credit Union Ice Festival, we have come together with Nova Scotia Power to “SOCK IT TO WINTER” with a sock drive. NSP is kicking off the drive with $2500 in socks! The socks collected will be distributed by our Street Outreach Navigator after the festival

The East Coast Credit Union Ice Festival sculptures are created out of special ice blocks that are carefully frozen to ensure a crystal clear finish for the perfect ice canvas! This year, there will be over 20 tons/40,000 pounds of ice turned into masterpieces by our talented carvers.

The East Coast Credit Union Ice Festival will be filled with tunes! The Marine Drive Nova Scotia Tribute Night presented by O’Regan’s kicks off on Fri Jan 31 at 6:30pm at @thesanctuaryartscentre (100 Ochterloney St) Thank you to @marinedrivetm for putting together amazing entertainment.

The East Coast Credit Union Ice Festival is from Jan 31-Feb 2! The Support for Culture Igloo DJ Party in Ferry Terminal Park will have DJ’s on Fri 6-8pm, Sat 6-8pm & Sun 12-4pm. The Support for Culture Portland St Stage will be set up from 12-4pm on Sat at the Portland & Prince Street intersection

We have come together with Nova Scotia Power to “SOCK IT TO WINTER” with a sock drive at the East Coast Credit Union Ice Festival. NS Power is kicking off the drive with $2500 in socks, which will be distributed by the DT Dartmouth Street Outreach Navigator downtowndartmouth.ca/sock-it-to-winter