THE HALIFAX ARMDALE REPORT

Rally for the Coastal Protection Act

Good day Halifax Armdale,

This month marked the 54th anniversary of Earth Day. This global event brings people together to celebrate our planet and take steps towards preserving it for future generations.

Events such as tree-planting and clean-up initiatives were organized throughout the world to raise awareness about environmental issues and promote sustainable practices.

Together, let's work to promote environmental conservation. Let us be enthusiastic to contribute to this significant undertaking as spring cleanups. With every recycling container we fill, every compostable item we take out, and every step to reduce the waste, we create a cleaner, greener environment. By making sustainable choices, we can reduce waste and build a sustainable future for the Earth.

As we celebrate Earth Day, it's also important to recognize the invaluable contributions of volunteers during National Volunteer Week. These individuals selflessly give their time and energy to support causes they believe in, making a positive impact in our communities and beyond.

I have been working with Devon's family for the past year, and I understand that his disappearance has been a difficult and painful experience for his loved ones. Therefore, it is heartening to know that the government has taken active steps to help find him by increasing the reward to $250,000. I hope that this renewed effort will lead to some positive news and bring comfort to those affected by this tragedy. For more information, please visit news.novascotia.ca.

Sincerely, 

Coastal Protection in Nova Scotia

As your MLA for Halifax Armdale, I would like to use this platform to urge the government to prioritize the Coastal Protection in Nova Scotia.

You can join the Nova Scotia Coastal Coalition, The Ecology Action Centre, and Nature Nova Scotia as they rally to demand that the Nova Scotia government do the right thing and proclaim the Coastal Protection Act to protect our coasts and the communities that rely on them.

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Accessing Rebates and Grants

📌 The Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage has launched a new online tool to make it easier to find current grant and funding programs. 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...

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... 

🤝 It's a significant milestone for the Arthritis Society Canada as it celebrates thirty years of providing support, education, and advocacy for people living with arthritis. I was delighted to participate in this year's 30th anniversary celebrations. Learn more...

WHAT'S HAPPENING

Community Spotlight

ISANS Workshops

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 Halifax Armdale?

📚 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...