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    Are you hurricane ready?

    Find the emergency preparedness information you need this hurricane season.

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    Hazard, Risk and Vulnerability Assessment

    The Emergency Management Office wants to hear from you. Attend a public engagement session in your district and participate in the online survey. Engagement sessions begin September 2023.

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    National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

    September 30 is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

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    Zero Emissions Day

    September 21 is Zero Emissions Day, an opportunity to remember how many sources of emissions we need to address and how we can act on climate together so that future generations can enjoy a stable climate.

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    Wildfire recovery efforts and resources

    Get the latest information about recovery efforts and resources for residents impacted by the wildfires.

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    Youth Worx Program - fall 2023 information sessions

    Are you 16-24 and facing employment barriers? Join us at one of our upcoming program information sessions in October!

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    The Transit Code

    Halifax Transit has launched a new Transit Code safety campaign focused on creating a safe transit experience for everyone.

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    Right-of-Way (ROW) charge

    The ROW charge (formerly referred to as the “Stormwater Right-of-Way charge”) has moved from the Halifax Water bill to the municipal tax bill.

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    Regional Plan Review - phase 4

    Residents are invited to provide feedback on the Draft Regional Plan Phase 4, through online and in-person public engagement events. The engagement period will run until Oct. 27, 2023.

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    Service reductions

    Halifax Transit has temporarily suspended service on three bus routes, made schedule adjustments to three routes, and removed trips from 30 routes.

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    Volunteer Conference 2023 - apply now!

    Friday, November 17, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at the Delta Hotel | 240 Brownlow Ave. Registration closes Nov. 12.

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    Post-tropical storm Lee

    Get the latest information about updates and impacts to municipal services as a result of post-tropical storm Lee. Municipal service adjustments will continue to be made.

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