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    Helping Address Homelessness

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    Grand Oasis Festival

    This is a free festival to celebrate music, art, and culture at Grand Parade in downtown Halifax. The festival will take place from June 21 to Oct. 1, 2022.

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    HalifACT: Acting on Climate Together

    HalifACT sets out a plan to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions and ensure that residents, infrastructure, and natural systems are prepared to withstand and recover quickly from climate impacts. Learn more about the municipality's climate action plan.

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    May is Asian Heritage Month

    Acknowledge the rich history and culture of peoples of Asian descent; learn from the lived experiences of Canadians of Asian descent.

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    Strategic Performance Snapshot

    An online dashboard showcasing the municipality’s progress as it delivers on the priorities of Regional Council and the administration.

  • Summer Dryland Programs: April 27 at 10:00 am and Summer Aquatics:  Swimming Pools & July Beach programs: June 8 at 10:00 am

    Summer REC Registration

    Registration for summer recreation programs begins April 27 for dryland programs and June 8 for aquatics.

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    Canine of the Month Club.

    Meet Hank, our Canine of the Month for May! Hear what he says about keeping our water clear of dog waste.

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