Emergency Management Emergency Management helps plan and coordinate multi-agency/multi-jurisdictional responses and the municipality’s response to emergencies.

Thank you to our JEM volunteers for helping keep our communities supported and resilient.

For more information about JEM Teams, visit halifax.ca/emo

During the 2025 drought, JEM teams helped distribute over 875,000 litres of water to residents in need throughout our municipality.

Organized across the municipality, JEM teams provide critical on-the-ground support during emergencies such as setting up Comfort Centres — offering residents food, warmth and access to power when it’s needed most.

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During National Volunteer Week, we recognize the 245 volunteers who make up our Joint Emergency Management (JEM) teams.

With six teams serving communities across the region, these volunteers are a vital part of local emergency response.

We're aware of dangerous behavior: people riding on the outside of buses & recording it for social media. This puts lives at risk & can lead to a fine of up to $10K & a MVA charge. No amount of "likes" is worth your life or someone else's. Never ride on the outside of a bus. halifax.ca/TransitCode

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Today (Apr. 21 at 6 p.m.): Accessibility Advisory Committee, Council Chamber, 3rd Floor City Hall. Read the agenda: www.halifax.ca/city-hall/co.... Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/live/G2lZCLZ...

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Street closure: Halfway Lake Dr. near civic 88, Hammonds Plains. Closed for safety as culverts have reached end of life. Pedestrian and rolling access maintained. Detours in place until bridge replacement in 2027. Details: brnw.ch/21x1LqX

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In recognition of World Skate Day tomorrow, check out this photo of teenagers with skateboards on the Halifax waterfront, next to a City Bylaw sign. Can you guess what year this photo was taken?

Volunteer Canada | Bénévoles Canada – Ignite Volunteerism! | Dynamisez le bénévolat The UN General Assembly has proclaimed 2026 as the International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development — and we have big plans!

To all our Emergency Management volunteers: thank you for your commitment, your time and your service.
Learn more about National Volunteer Week: ivy26.ca

This year’s theme, Ignite Volunteerism, reminds us of the power of civic participation and the impact of people stepping up to help others.

From comfort centres to search and rescue to emergency communications, over 700 residents of Halifax Regional Municipality volunteer to play a critical role in keeping our communities safe, connected and supported when it matters most.

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Humanitarian Response Volunteers — the dedicated individuals who support Emergency Management before, during and after emergencies.

Street closure: Halfway Lake Drive, near civic 88, will be closed until late 2027 with a detour in place via Kipawa Crescent and Chippawa Street. Municipal staff are prioritizing efforts to progress the replacement of these culverts with a new bridge. More details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/st...

Take a quick tour of the new Beechville Lakeside Timberlea (BLT) Community Centre. Designed with community input & built as a net-zero facility, this space is all about connection. Stop by 1492 St. Margarets Bay Rd. to check it out for yourself! Learn more about rec facilities at: halifax.ca/MyRec

Annual spring weight restrictions have been lifted on municipal and provincial roads in the Halifax Regional Municipality, as of 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, April 19. More details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/mu...

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Today (Apr. 20) at 4 p.m.: Accessibility Advisory Committee (virtual). Read the agenda: www.halifax.ca/city-hall/bo.... Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/live/TxINf-3...

There will be two public hearings on:
1. PLANAPP 2023-00408: Development Agreements for multi-lot, mixed used development (known as Regency Links) on lands off Washmill Lake Drive, Halifax

2. PLANAPP 2024-00735: Rezoning of Lands at 1246 Ketch Harbour Road (PID 00391169), Ketch Harbour

Public Hearing: Virtual participation available in white text on a blue background.

REMINDER: On Tuesday, April 21 we will be holding a Halifax and West Community Council meeting. There will be two public hearings.

To speak in person, pre-register with the Clerk's Office by 4:30 p.m. on April 21. To speak via Zoom, register by 4:30 p.m. on April 20. Agenda: brnw.ch/21x1D1L

Traffic delay: Dutch Village Road, between Supreme Court and the southern end of Dutch Village Road. Dutch Village Road Complete Streets project landscaping work will take place from April 20 to June 19 (weekdays) from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Two-way traffic will be maintained. Details: buff.ly/do2GKpO

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There is a direct link between vehicle speed and the severity of fatal and injury collisions. Learn more on how the municipality is working to reduce vehicle speeds in residential areas through initiatives like the Traffic Calming Program: halfiax.ca/roadsafety

Street Closure: Argyle Street, between Prince and Blowers streets, from Friday, April 17 until mid-November. This is to facilitate the seasonal closure of Argyle Street to motor vehicles, in support of the Moving Better goals outlined in the 2026–2030 Strategic Plan. Details:

Lane closure: North Street, between Windsor and Robie streets. Tree pruning work will take place on April 18 and 19 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This area will be open to westbound traffic only with an eastbound detour in place. More details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/la...

UPDATE: Work on Alma Crescent will take place on Friday, April 17 instead of Thursday, April 16. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/tr...

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We’re hiring. Join the Halifax Regional Municipality’s Facility Maintenance & Operations team as a Supervisor, Building Operations. Apply before Tuesday, April 21, 2026.
Learn more and apply at: jobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Sear...

There will be two public hearings on:
1. PLANAPP 2023-00408: Development Agreements for multi-lot, mixed used development (known as Regency Links) on lands off Washmill Lake Drive, Halifax

2. PLANAPP 2024-00735: Rezoning of Lands at 1246 Ketch Harbour Road (PID 00391169), Ketch Harbour

Public Hearing: Virtual participation available in white text on a blue background.

On Tuesday, April 21 we will be holding a Halifax and West Community Council meeting. There will be two public hearings.

To speak in person, pre-register with the Clerk's Office by 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 21. To speak via Zoom, register by 4:30 p.m. on Monday, April 20. Agenda: brnw.ch/21x1D1L

Traffic Delay: Alma Crescent, Thursday, April 16 from 9 a.m. until 10:30 a.m., between Titus Street and Dutch Village Road. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/tr...

Working alongside Halifax Regional Police, RCMP and @hfx-fire.bsky.social, these highly trained professionals are the first point of contact in an emergency.

This National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, we’re recognizing the calm voices behind the scenes – Emergency Response Communicators with our Integrated Emergency Services division. Join us in thanking the people you may never see, but who are there when it matters most.

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Today (Apr. 15): Audit Committee at 10 a.m., followed by Audit and Finance Standing Committee (Council Chamber, 3rd Floor City Hall) and Regional Centre Community Council at 6 p.m. (virtual). Find full details and agendas at: www.halifax.ca/city-hall/ag...