Events for November 5, 2024 - April 30, 2024



Executive Committee Meeting
Lloyd E. Matheson Centre, Council Chambers

Executive Committee Meeting Extension (if required)

View meeting agenda (when available)

Regular Meeting of Council
Lloyd E. Matheson Centre, Council Chambers

Regular Meeting of Council Extension (if required)

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Public Information Meetings
Mount Uniacke Fire Hall

Public Information Meeting – Mount Uniacke

The Municipality of East Hants will be holding a Public Information Meeting regarding two applications: PLN24-001 and PLN23-011. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at 7 p.m. at the Uniacke & District Fire Hall, 654 Highway 1, Mount Uniacke. The purpose of the meeting is to outline the proposals and respond […]

Via Zoom

East Hants Source Water Protection Committee Meeting

Municipal Housing Working Group Meeting

Municipal Housing Working Group Meeting

In November 2023, Council approved establishing a Municipal Housing Working Group to aid in developing the strategy. The working group will meet monthly for 8-12 months during the strategy development. Learn more about the East Hants Municipal Housing Working Group here.

Public Hearings

Public Hearing for PLN23-012

East Hants Council will hold a Public Hearing regarding PLN23-012 - an application from Tammy and Joe Ferguson to develop a cosmetology school on property located at 7224 Highway 14 in Nine Mile River. Learn more here. The Public Hearing will take place at the Lloyd E. Matheson Centre, 15 Commerce Court, Elmsdale, on Wednesday, […]

East Hants Sportsplex, Todd Hunter Room

Business Breakfast

The East Hants business community is invited to join the Municipality of East Hants and the East Hants & Districts Chamber of Commerce for a networking breakfast featuring updates from Warden Eleanor Roulston and Chief Administrative Officer, Kim Ramsay on the Municipal budget, council priorities and development activity.

Cory Boudreau Memorial Striper Cup Run

Join us at the Shubenacadie River Park for some fun! 3 Classes Rod & Tackle Prizes $20 entry fee 18& Under are free! All proceeds go towards supporting Corys Lil Anglers 2024 Season.

Annual Compost Giveaway

Annual Compost Giveaway

The annual compost giveaway event is open to all residents within East Hants boundaries. It runs from May 9 - 22, 2024 or until material is gone. Please note, this event has special hours.  Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. - Noon Things to know Limit of four (4) bags […]

Annual Compost Giveaway

Annual Compost Giveaway

The annual compost giveaway event is open to all residents within East Hants boundaries. It runs from May 9 - 22, 2024 or until material is gone. Please note, this event has special hours.  Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. - Noon Things to know Limit of four (4) bags […]

Annual Compost Giveaway

Annual Compost Giveaway

The annual compost giveaway event is open to all residents within East Hants boundaries. It runs from May 9 - 22, 2024 or until material is gone. Please note, this event has special hours.  Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. - Noon Things to know Limit of four (4) bags […]

Annual Compost Giveaway

Annual Compost Giveaway

The annual compost giveaway event is open to all residents within East Hants boundaries. It runs from May 9 - 22, 2024 or until material is gone. Please note, this event has special hours.  Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. - Noon Things to know Limit of four (4) bags […]

What’s in Store for 2024

Come join Warden Eleanor Roulston and Chief Administrative Officer Kim Ramsay for a presentation on the 2024-2025 budgets and business plan and learn what's in store for our communities. East Hants Council has approved an overall municipal operating budget of $47.0 million for the upcoming fiscal year. The 2024-2025 budget prioritizes essential services, infrastructure and […]

Annual Compost Giveaway

Annual Compost Giveaway

The annual compost giveaway event is open to all residents within East Hants boundaries. It runs from May 9 - 22, 2024 or until material is gone. Please note, this event has special hours.  Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. - Noon Things to know Limit of four (4) bags […]

Gallery 215

Let’s Talk Tourism Networking Event

Join the Municipality of East Hants with a special guest, Melanie Lowe from Tourism Nova Scotia, to kick off the 2024 Tourism season. All businesses and local entrepreneurs are welcome to attend. Come enjoy a presentation from Tourism Nova Scotia on recent visitor research insights, along with casual networking. This is a great opportunity to […]

Annual Compost Giveaway

Annual Compost Giveaway

The annual compost giveaway event is open to all residents within East Hants boundaries. It runs from May 9 - 22, 2024 or until material is gone. Please note, this event has special hours.  Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. - Noon Things to know Limit of four (4) bags […]

Pop Up Market

Join us and the Elmsdale Community Garden a pop up market with free fruits and vegetables, available while supplies last. No registration required for this event.

Volunteer Networking Event

Happening at the Riverview United Church Hall - 760 Highway #2, Elmsdale Join East Hants Parks, Recreation and Culture staff and fellow East Hants volunteers for an evening of conversation, connecting, problem solving and much more! Refreshments provided. Register now using the form below.  

Annual Compost Giveaway

Annual Compost Giveaway

The annual compost giveaway event is open to all residents within East Hants boundaries. It runs from May 9 - 22, 2024 or until material is gone. Please note, this event has special hours.  Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. - Noon Things to know Limit of four (4) bags […]

Annual Compost Giveaway

Annual Compost Giveaway

The annual compost giveaway event is open to all residents within East Hants boundaries. It runs from May 9 - 22, 2024 or until material is gone. Please note, this event has special hours.  Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. - Noon Things to know Limit of four (4) bags […]

Annual Compost Giveaway

Annual Compost Giveaway

The annual compost giveaway event is open to all residents within East Hants boundaries. It runs from May 9 - 22, 2024 or until material is gone. Please note, this event has special hours.  Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. - Noon Things to know Limit of four (4) bags […]

Annual Compost Giveaway

Annual Compost Giveaway

The annual compost giveaway event is open to all residents within East Hants boundaries. It runs from May 9 - 22, 2024 or until material is gone. Please note, this event has special hours.  Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. - Noon Things to know Limit of four (4) bags […]

Annual Compost Giveaway

Annual Compost Giveaway

The annual compost giveaway event is open to all residents within East Hants boundaries. It runs from May 9 - 22, 2024 or until material is gone. Please note, this event has special hours.  Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. - Noon Things to know Limit of four (4) bags […]

Accessible Fun at the East Hants Sportsplex

Join the Municipality of East Hants to celebrate Open East Hants Day AND kick off Access Awareness Week (May 26-June 1). We'll have fun activities for everyone! Enjoy free skating in Ice Pad B with skate aids and sledges try-outs and games and accessible-friendly crafting in the Todd Hunter and Braeden Bannister rooms. Corridor Community […]

Municipal Housing Working Group Meeting

Municipal Housing Working Group Meeting

In November 2023, Council approved establishing a Municipal Housing Working Group to aid in developing the strategy. The working group will meet monthly for 8-12 months during the strategy development. Learn more about the East Hants Municipal Housing Working Group here.

2SLGBTQ Pride Event

June is Pride month and what better way to celebrate than to get together and learn about 2SLGBTQ history in Nova Scotia and the world. Two wonderful speakers will share their insight with us for this event: Rebecca Rose (author of Before the Parade: A History of Halifax’s Gay, Lesbian, and Bisexual Communities 1972-1984) Dr. […]

9th Annual Family Picnic

The East Hants Community Learning Association & the East Hants Family Resource Centre is hosting their 9th Annual Family Picnic. at our office (224 Highway 214 in Elmsdale). This is a free community event with food, books, seeds and activities for all ages. No registration required! See you at the picnic.   c.

EHCLA Annual General Meeting

The East Hants Community Learning Association is hosting its Annual General Meeting! Join us as we review the past year with presentations and a chance to see East Hants Community Rider's newest vehicle - a fully electric 2024 Hyundai Kona. A delicious lunch will be prepared by the Elmsdale Community Garden team. Registration is required […]

Lantz Secondary Planning Strategy Open House

East Hants Council is working on a Secondary Planning Strategy for 905 acres of undeveloped land to the west of the new Lantz Highway 102 Interchange. Join us for an open house to learn more about the strategy. Presentation on the project at 6 p.m. Meet with municipal staff and the consultants on the project […]

Tax Sale

The Municipality of East Hants 2024 Tax Sale is scheduled for Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. More information and the list of properties can be found here.

Indigenous Mural Art Launch

Please join us to officially kick-off a meaningful project by local artist Quentin Syliboy. Funded through the Canada Arts Council, Quentin will create a series of murals depicting Mi’kmaq stories to be displayed within the Municipality of East Hants. This partnership is intended to help foster reconciliation, racial tolerance through education and to help promote […]

2024 Uniacke Firefighter Fair

Kick off the Annual Mount Uniacke Fire Parade this evening! Fairgrounds open at 6 p.m. and begin with kid’s rides, games booths, Glow Promotions games, and a canteen. We will end the night with a fireworks display at dusk! Don't forget to come back for the parade the following day.

Welcome to the Jungle – Mount Uniacke Firefighter Parade

Join the Mount Uniacke District Volunteer Fire Department for their annual parade! The parade begins from the Uniacke District school and ends at the Firehall. This years theme is Welcome to the Jungle! Rain or shine, we will be there! After the parade there will be a canteen, cotton candy booth, carnival rides and activities […]

Municipal Housing Working Group Meeting

Municipal Housing Working Group Meeting

In November 2023, Council approved establishing a Municipal Housing Working Group to aid in developing the strategy. The working group will meet monthly for 8-12 months during the strategy development. Learn more about the East Hants Municipal Housing Working Group here.

RCMP Open House – Rawdon Detachment

Get to know your community detachment! East Hants RCMP are hosting a community open house at the Rawdon RCMP detachment! Stop by for a free BBQ and say hello to our police service dog. Everyone welcome.

Municipal Election Candidate Information Session

Are you interested in running for Municipal Council during the next election? Join us for an information session with CAO Kim Ramsay and Warden Eleanor Roulston. Topics: What to expect as a Municipal Councillor Why local government is important Eligibility Criteria Opportunity to ask questions The next municipal election is on October 19, 2024.  

Open House & Public Information Meeting – Uniacke Secondary Planning Strategy

An open house and public information meeting will be held on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at the Uniacke & District Fire Hall, 654 Highway 1, for the Uniacke Secondary Planning Strategy. The public open house will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The public information meeting will start at 7:30 p.m. The goal […]

Splash and Celebrate!

Dive into fun at the newly re-opened East Hants Aquatic Centre on Sunday July 21! Enjoy FREE programming all day as well as a barbeque, cake, giveaways and more! Schedule: 8:00 to 9:00 am – Quiet hour: sensory-friendly use of both pools 9:30 to 10:30 am – Aqua Zumba (registration required) 11:00 am to 2:00 […]

Municipal Housing Working Group Meeting

Municipal Housing Working Group Meeting

In November 2023, Council approved establishing a Municipal Housing Working Group to aid in developing the strategy. The working group will meet monthly for 8-12 months during the strategy development. Learn more about the East Hants Municipal Housing Working Group here.