Halifax Explosion history, resources and memorial service information. History Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2022 will mark the 105th anniversary of this tragic event. Halifax Explosion Memorial Service Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2022 at Fort Needham Memorial Park Informational Links Additional resources to learn more about the Halifax Explosion Municipal records Find information about the Halifax Explosion CBC Doc: The Halifax Explosion On the 100th anniversary of the Halifax Explosion this program looks at the causes, effects, and lasting memories and legacies of the tragic event Poem for Halifax Explosion by Dr. Afua Cooper The official poem of the Halifax Explosion created by Dr. Afua Cooper in 2019. Halifax Explosion Chapter - Mission to the Menin Gate