Halifax Regional Municipality invites proposals for Companion Tour Program services for the 2027 Federation of Canadian Municipalities Annual Conference and Trade Show. This is a services procurement, not a grant program, and proposals must be submitted online. The solicitation is open, with bidding closing on November 6, 2026.
Halifax Regional Municipality is seeking bids for rooftop snow removal services. The opportunity is open under bid number HRM-2026-0479. The posting lists a 37-page bid document alongside general service conditions, a snow log, and site information.
Consulting services for the assessment, planning, design, tendering support, and construction administration of a Deep Energy Retrofit project at the Saint Margaret's Centre.
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Harbour East - Marine Drive Community Council Draft Minutes
Date: Oct 1, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Community Council held public hearings regarding short-term rental approaches in municipal planning strategies for several communities and a development agreement proposal for 10 Cumberland Drive, Cole Harbour, addressing concerns related to traffic, parking, construction management, and pest control. Additionally, the Council granted first reading to proposed amendments for the Dartmouth Land Use By-law regarding setback requirements and scheduled a subsequent public hearing.
Women And Gender Equity Advisory Committee Draft Minutes
Date: Oct 1, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting focused on the review of the Draft 2027-2030 Public Safety Strategy, during which the committee provided feedback regarding the definition of extremism, transit user experiences, mental health supports, bystander intervention training, and gender-based violence consultations. Additionally, the committee discussed future priorities, identifying topics for further learning such as housing and homelessness, food insecurity, extending voting rights to permanent residents, and social supports. A Regional Council update was provided regarding the approval of the Dismantling Racism and Hate Strategy and the Affordable Housing Strategy.
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The council meeting addressed several significant items, including the decision to decline the construction of the HeadStart Tennis Dome at Gorsebrook Park and the initiation of further consultation and staff reports regarding its future. Public hearings resulted in the approval of including a property on Maynard Street in the Registry of Heritage Properties, and the closure of portions of Sonnys Road and Robert Burns Drive. Additionally, the council reviewed a proposal for a stadium on the Wanderers grounds, adopted an amendment to the User Charges By-law for Halifax Transit fares, approved various municipal asset namings, authorized a temporary borrowing resolution for capital projects, and approved the Emergency Management Strategic Plan. Furthermore, the council directed staff to prepare reports on a mobile app for resident engagement and a potential redesign of Victoria Road, and discussed procurement preferences in response to U.S. trade measures.
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