New traffic signals are now active at the Barrington Street crosswalk in front of Scotia Square. Push the button, wait for the light, look both ways and cross safely. The new lights enhance pedestrian safety, improve traffic flow and help people get where they’re going.

We're experiencing heavy rain today (Monday, Nov. 10) and into tomorrow morning. Use caution when travelling. If you can do so safely, please clear leaves and debris from storm drains or catch basins near your property to help prevent flooding. Learn more: www.halifax.ca/safety-secur...

Want to give your thoughts on the future of the Sandy Lake Special Planning Area? Learn more: buff.ly/WEXTi6D

Today (Nov. 10) at 6 p.m.: North West Community Council, Council Chamber, 3rd Floor City Hall. Read the agenda: www.halifax.ca/city-hall/co.... Watch on YouTube: www.youtube.com/live/UqpE7h8....

We’re hiring a permanent, full-time Truck & Transport Mechanic with the Corporate Fleet division of Property, Fleet & Environment (evening shifts). Salary has increased to $47.13 per hour ($98,035 annually). Apply by 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, Nov 20, 2025: sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Sear...

Traffic Delay: Hollis Street, between Sackville and Salter streets, overnight beginning on Monday, Nov. 10. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/tr...

Traffic delay: Joseph Howe Drive, between Bayers and Dutch Village roads. This overnight work will take place on Sunday, Nov. 9 to Tuesday, Nov. 11, from 5 p.m. to 6 a.m. Work details: This work is related to natural gas service installation and street restoration. Details: buff.ly/mh5hw5o

The Mainland Common dedicated off-leash dog park will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 12 until Friday, Nov. 28 for maintenance. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/do...

The All-Weather Fields at the Mainland Common will close for the season on Wednesday, Nov. 12. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/fi...

REMINDER: On Monday, Nov. 10, we will be holding a North West 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 Monday, Nov. 10 or at the meeting. For Zoom, register by 4:30 p.m. today. Agenda: buff.ly/xQVPkhk

Traffic delay: Lower Water Street, between Sackville and George streets. This work will take place on Saturday, Nov. 8, from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. This work is for paving maintenance. Details: buff.ly/o3O1gJg

After two years of helping residents sort out what goes where, Ally from the Ask Ally video series is moving on to a new role within the municipality. Don't worry! The Solid Waste team will continue to share helpful tips & info. There’s also the Hfx Recyles app & website: halifax.ca/whatgoeswhere

On Monday, Nov. 10, we will be holding a North West 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 Monday, Nov. 10 or at the meeting. For Zoom, register by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 7. Agenda: buff.ly/xQVPkhk

Traffic delay: Cow Bay Road, between Oceanlea Drive and 625 Cow Bay Road. This road repair work will take place on Monday, Nov. 10, Wednesday, Nov. 12 and Thursday, Nov. 13 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Stop-and-go traffic will be in place. More details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/tr...

Update: This work will continue on Monday, Nov. 10, and from Wednesday, Nov. 12 to Friday, Nov. 14, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Traffic delay: Intersection of Baker Drive and Coldstream Run and intersection of Baker Drive and Lindenwood Terrace from Friday, Nov 7 to Friday, Nov 28 (weekdays only), 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/tr...

Please note the following municipal program and service level adjustments for Remembrance Day on Tuesday, Nov. 11: www.halifax.ca/home/news/mu...

Update: This work will continue Monday, Nov. 10 to Friday, Nov. 14, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Halifax is developing its first Housing Strategy and we want to hear from residents. Share your ideas and feedback in a survey by Nov. 30 and help shape the future of housing in our community. Details: buff.ly/9voEzXV

Need help with municipal services in Halifax Regional Municipality? Did you know 311 provides direct support for municipal services and information, available in-person, phone and online. Details: buff.ly/ofq6kzN

Water Conservation Update Recent rain has helped, but it's not enough to lift water restrictions. Lake Major: mandatory Pockwock Lake: voluntary While additional rainfall is forecasted, current conditions require continued conservation efforts. Please keep conserving water—every drop counts!

Update: The continuation of this work planned for Thursday, Nov. 6, has been rescheduled and will now take place on Friday, Nov. 7.

Today (Nov. 6) at 4:30 p.m.: Women and Gender Equity Advisory Committee(virtual). Read the agenda: www.halifax.ca/city-hall/bo.... Watch on YouTube: www.youtube.com/live/IARJ2IP....

Today (Nov. 6) at 6 p.m.: Harbour East-Marine Drive Community Council, HEMDCC Meeting Space, Main Floor Alderney Landing. Read the agenda: www.halifax.ca/city-hall/co.... Watch on YouTube: www.youtube.com/live/CzkNTCA....

Did you know today, Nov. 6, is World Digital Preservation Day? This year's theme is 'Why preserve?'. In this video, Renée from the Halifax Municipal Archives team shares her thoughts on the importance of preserving digital information for the long term. Learn more at: halifax.ca/archives #WDPD2025

Traffic delay: Intersection of Caldwell Road and Cow Bay Road on Thursday, Nov. 6, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This work includes road repairs. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/tr...

We are closing and de-designating the encampment site at Lower Flinn Park. Notices have been issued. Individuals will have until Dec. 7 to relocate to an indoor option or, if necessary, to another designated location as a short-term solution. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/mu...

Update: This work has been cancelled.

Update: This work will continue on Friday, Nov. 7 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Update: This work will continue on Thursday, Nov. 6 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The municipality is seeking applications for volunteers to serve on a variety of municipal boards, committees and commissions. Learn more: www.halifax.ca/home/news/mu...

Update: This work is continuing today, Wednesday, Nov. 5.

Today (Nov. 5) at 6:30 p.m.: Accessibility Advisory Committee Annual Town Hall, Paul O’Regan Hall, Halifax Central Library. Read the agenda: www.halifax.ca/city-hall/bo.... Watch on Zoom (registration required): us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi....

Today (Nov. 5) at 4:30 p.m.: Point Pleasant Park Advisory Committee(virtual). Read the agenda: www.halifax.ca/city-hall/bo.... Watch on YouTube: www.youtube.com/live/FBh0pMa....

The annual Halifax Christmas Tree Lighting is just around the corner. Join us at Grand Parade on Saturday, Nov. 22, from 6 to 7 p.m. for an evening filled with holiday spirit, including fireworks, a visit from Santa and more. Details: brnw.ch/21wXcrs

Roadway closure: Intersection of Windsor and Lawrence streets. Road repair work will take place from 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 6 to 6 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 7. This intersection will be closed to all traffic with marked detours in place. More details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/ro...

Traffic Delay: Gottingen Street, between Sullivan and Russell streets, Wednesday, Nov. 5 until Friday, Nov. 7 from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. each day. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/tr...

Applications open for Marketing Levy Special Event Reserve Grants. More details available here: www.halifax.ca/home/news/ap...

Traffic delay: Intersection of Maple Street and Dahlia Street on Wednesday, Nov. 5 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This work is for road repairs. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/tr...

Today (Nov. 4) at 6 p.m.: Halifax and West Community Council, Council Chamber, 3rd Floor City Hall. Read the agenda: www.halifax.ca/city-hall/co.... Watch on YouTube: www.youtube.com/live/RVXXFZS....

Traffic Delay: Expect delays on Robie Street, between Cunard Street and Quinpool Road, Monday, Nov. 3 until Wednesday, Nov. 5 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/tr...

A well-traveled boardwalk at Albro Lake Park will undergo some necessary repairs beginning tomorrow until further notice. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/bo...

Free lifeguard certification is being offered this fall for residents, with priority given to those living in rural areas. More details can be found here: www.halifax.ca/home/news/mu...

This #MysteryMonday photo of an unidentified sports team is from the Dartmouth Library Board records. #HfxArchives estimates it was taken in the 1930s, but are not sure what the event was, or even what sport they were playing. Any suggestions?

We are inviting residents to participate in an online survey to collect feedback on Albro Lake Park current uses and ways residents would like to see the park improve. Results will inform the design of the planned 2026 naturalization project. Take the survey by Dec. 5 at engagehalifax.ca/albro-lake

Traffic delay: St. Margarets Bay Road, between Chandler Road and Dannys Lane. This road repair work will take place overnight from Wednesday, Nov. 5 to Friday, Nov. 7, 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. Stop-and-go traffic and an altered centreline will be in place. More details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/tr...

Join the municipality's Poet Laureate, Anna Quon & former Youth Poet Laureate, Asiah Sparks for a writing workshop for Black Nova Scotians aged 16+. Nov 20 | 7-9 p.m. This evening of writing, reflection & healing through poetry will be hosted virtually by the Delmore “Buddy” Daye Learning Institute.

The only place waste belongs is in a garbage can or organics or recycling bin. If there isn’t a bin close by, take it with you. Don’t leave it for another person (or animal) to pick up. You can also help reduce litter by hosting a community clean-up. Learn more at: halifax.ca/litter

Traffic delay: St. Margarets Bay Road, from Chandler Road to Bowater Mersey Road, from Monday, Nov. 3 to Wednesday, Nov. 5, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is to facilitate road repairs. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/tr...

Traffic delay: Woodlawn Road, between Valleyfield Road and Athorpe Drive. This road repair work will take place on Monday, Nov. 3 and Tuesday, Nov. 4 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. An altered centreline will be in place. More details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/tr...