THE FAIRVIEW—CLAYTON PARK REPORT

Advocating for our schools and legislative achievements

Greetings, Fairview Clayton Park residents!

As April is winding down I'm thrilled to share some key updates from this month with you.

First off, addressing the overcrowding in our schools is a top priority. While modulars provide temporary relief, we're pushing for the construction of additional schools, including the long-awaited one for Fairview Clayton Park.

On another note, the Nova Scotia Liberal caucus wrapped up a successful legislative session. Highlights include reducing the HST, tackling the housing crisis, and enhancing emergency preparedness.

While we've made strides, there's more to be done. We're committed to advocating for policies that address the ongoing challenges facing Nova Scotians.

I'm looking forward to connecting with more of you on doorsteps this Spring. Your input shapes our community's future, so please reach out with any concerns or ideas.

Read more on the Spring Legislative session

Find Funding Resources

The Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage (CCTH) helps businesses and communities grow by providing program and event funding for arts, culture and heritage, sport and recreation, cultural identity and languages, and tourism.

CCTH offers grants and funding programs to businesses, individuals, and non-profit groups (like charities, community groups and social enterprises).

With this new online tool available, it easier for Nova Scotians to apply for one of the available grants and funding programs offered through CCTH.

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A CLOSER LOOK 

Top-Priority Topics

Health And Wellness

👩‍⚕️ Mental Health Week 2024 will be from May 6th to 12th. Join the CMHA as they help promote behaviours and attitudes that foster well-being, support good mental health, and create a culture of understanding and acceptance. Learn more...

⚕️ May is Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Awareness Month – an opportunity to join the MS community in raising awareness about MS and collectively navigating MS together. Learn more..

📌 New province-wide IWK/Community Integrated Youth Services (IYS) program. Learn more...

Community Engagement

🗣️ The biannual call for applications for Nova Scotia's many agencies, boards, and commissions (ABCs), which provide advice and services in a wide range of areas, including health, policing, agriculture, education, culture, environment, transportation, professional regulation, and more are now open. Learn more...

WHAT'S HAPPENING

Community Spotlight

ISANS

ISANS is a non-profit organization that provides settlement and integration services to immigrants who are in or are destined for communities across Nova Scotia.

By offering comprehensive programs and support, as well as a dedicated and caring team, they help immigrants build a future in our communities.

Their current workshop Building Intercultural Competence helps you learn how to welcome and work with immigrants and build a better community together. This free, interactive workshop is open to organizations, service providers, educators, and community volunteers.

For more information, or to register, please contact Colleen Belle at cbelle@isans.ca.

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What's on in Fairview-Clayton Park?

🌀 If you suffered damage from Hurricane Fiona and have not settled your claim with your insurance company, there is free, independent, and impartial help available from the General Insurance OmbudService (GIO). Learn more...

📚 The YMCA offers a free program for newcomer/immigrant children in Halifax. Register your child with the YMCA Centre for Immigrant Programs. Learn more...

🚧 Road operations crews identify and log potholes all year, but the city relies heavily on residents to report any problematic potholes they see. Learn more...

🏕️ The Provincial Parks website has opened for campsite bookings for the 2024 season. Learn more...