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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 15/10/2026

Climate adaptation funding for municipalities! The Green Municipal Fund offers up to $75,000 for adaptation projects and $70,000 for feasibility studies. Deadline: Nov. 10, 2026.

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 14/10/2026

How can municipalities best support newly elected councillors? Today’s NSFM consultation in Wolfville gathered municipal perspectives on mandatory orientation training to help inform a practical, accessible and equitable framework. Municipal voices matter. #NovaScotia #MunicipalGovernment

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

💚 World Mental Health Day | Oct. 10 Let’s build workplaces where every voice is heard and wellbeing matters. Sometimes, support starts simply—with a moment to listen, lend a hand or breathe. #WorldMentalHealthDay #WorkplaceWellbeing #NSFM

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

The Building Inclusive Communities Fund supports Nova Scotia projects and events that advance diversity, inclusion and social equity. Up to $10,000 is available.

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

October is National Fire Prevention Month. Fire prevention starts with awareness and preparation. Test your smoke alarms, practice your home fire escape plan, and take simple steps to reduce fire risks. Together, we can help build safer, more resilient communities. #FirePreventionMonth #NSFM

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

October is Disability Employment Awareness Month (DEAM) a time to recognize the contributions of people with disabilities in the workforce. #DisabilityEmploymentAwarenessMonth #InclusiveWorkplaces #CelebrateAbility #DisabilityInclusion #WorkforceDiversity #AbilityAtWork #RecognizeAbility #NSFM

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

We recognize Mi'kmaq History Month October 2026 #Mi'kmaqHistoryMonth #HonourMi'kmaq #IndigenousHistory #Mi'kmaqCulture #CelebrateMi'kmaq #IndigenousHeritage #Mi'kmaqPride #ReconciliationInAction #IndigenousAwareness #October2026 #NSFM

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Does your community festival showcase local arts and heritage? The BCAH Local Festivals component supports recurring #festivals that feature local artists, artisans, and heritage performers. Deadline: Oct. 15, 2026

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

In recognition of Gender Equality Week Sept. 21 - 27, 2026 here are: WAYS TO ADVANCE GENDER EQUALITY #GenderEqualityWeek #EqualityMatters #NSFM

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

😊 It’s International Week of Happiness at Work! Sept. 21–25 is a chance to recognize the value of positive, supportive workplaces—and the people who help make our teams and communities stronger. #HappinessAtWork #Municipalities #NSFM

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

New STORM funding can help Nova Scotia municipalities strengthen stormwater planning and resilience. Find it on the NS Funding Portal: 150+ municipal funding opportunities, updated weekly.

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

#NSFM was pleased to join the Province in celebrating a $199,000 #SCCF investment to reduce wildfire risk in Upper Hammonds Plains. This project, supported by Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency, will help protect homes, historic properties and community facilities. More: loom.ly/1TZGeo0

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Nova Scotia municipalities and eligible non-profits can apply to the Off-Highway Vehicle Infrastructure Fund to support OHV trail development, planning, design and maintenance. #Funding #OHV #NovaScotia

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Nova Scotia municipalities, villages, and eligible non-profits can apply for up to $150,000 to support recreational trail development, expansion, capital upgrades, and connectivity. #Funding #Trails #NovaScotia

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Our thoughts are with Nova Scotia’s municipalities, first responders, volunteers and all responding to the devastating flooding in Cape Breton and eastern NS. We stand with affected communities and are grateful for the compassion shown across the province. NSFM is here to support our members.

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Happy Labour Day! In recognition, our office will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7, 2026 nsfm.ca #LabourDay #NSFM

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

EcoAction Stream 2 offers up to $200,000 for freshwater projects that improve water quality, ecosystem health, circular economy opportunities, or access to freshwater data. A 1:1 match is required. Apply by Sept. 23 #Funding #Freshwater #NSFunding

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Funding alert: Up to $10M is available through NRCan’s Energy Innovation Program for shared facilities that help innovators test, validate and scale clean energy technologies. Learn more at nsfunding.ca.

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Nova Scotia emergency service providers can apply for up to $200,000 through the Emergency Services Provider Fund for regional equipment, training, FireSmart, risk analysis and other preparedness projects. Applications open Sept. 1 and close Oct. 31. Learn more at nsfunding.ca.

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Funding is available for ongoing activities that support official-language minority communities, strengthen community relationships and create lasting impact. Eligible organizations in Nova Scotia should apply by September 20. Learn more at nsfunding.ca.

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Nova Scotia organizations can apply for funding for one-time projects that strengthen official-language minority communities, address current issues, encourage innovation and support community development. The Letter of Intent deadline is September 1.

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Nova Scotia municipalities and municipal units can apply for the Resilient Communities Through FireSmart Program to support wildfire prevention, mitigation, FireSmart planning, training, community education and risk analysis. 📅 Apply by August 28. Learn more at nsfunding.ca.

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

🌱 NSFM was pleased to celebrate a $76K Sustainable Communities Challenge Fund investment helping Cleanfarms expand agricultural plastics recycling across Nova Scotia. The pilot helps farmers cut plastic waste, keep materials out of landfills. Learn more: loom.ly/An7iDo0

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

📣Funding Alert: Plan long-term affordable housing retrofits with support from the Green Municipal Fund. Explore 150+ municipal funding opportunities on the NS Funding Portal.

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Stay connected with #NSFM for updates, advocacy news & municipal stories from across Nova Scotia! 📣 Bluesky: @nsfmns 📣 LinkedIn: @nsfedmuni 📣 Facebook: @nsfedmuni 📣 Instagram: @nsfedmuni 📣 X/Twitter: @nsfedmuni #FollowUsFriday #StayConnected #LocalLeadership #CommunityMatters #MunicipalImpact

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Funding alert: Up to $125,000 is available through the National Anti-Racism Fund – Projects Grants for initiatives that address systemic racism, advance inclusion, support research, raise public awareness, and strengthen communities across Canada.

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

Emancipation Day marks the actual day in 1834 that the Slavery Abolition Act of 1833 came into effect across the British Empire #EmancipationDay #FreedomDay #CelebrateFreedom #EndSlavery #BreakingChains #LegacyOfFreedom #FreedomAndJustice #NSFM

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

To Chloe Dunbar of Brooklyn, winning the silver medal in the women's 100 m T47 race at the XXIII Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. #NovaScotia #Halifax #ChloeDunbar #TeamCanada #SilverMedal #NSFM

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Funding Alert: Planning a deep energy retrofit for affordable housing? This @greenmunicipalfund.bsky.social grant offers up to $350,000 to support energy modelling, technical studies, project planning, and other pre-construction work.

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Congratulations to Sarah Mitton of Brooklyn, winning the gold medal in the women's shot put at the XXIII Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. Sarah successfully defends her Commonwealth title. #NovaScotia #Halifax #SarahMitton #TeamCanada #GoldMedal #NSFM

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

World Day Against Trafficking in Persons is an annual event globally observed on July 30th. #EndHumanTrafficking #NSFM

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Busy summer for the Sustainable Communities Challenge Fund! 🌿 NSFM is proud to join the Province of Nova Scotia in celebrating investments that support climate action across our communities. Congratulations to these summer's funding recipients! 👏 #SCCF #ClimateAction #NovaScotia #NSFM

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Applications are now open for the 2026 NSFM Climate Change Leaders Award! Is your municipality leading the way in climate action? Share your successes, celebrate local leadership, and inspire communities across Nova Scotia. Apply today: loom.ly/1Fz4Edc #NSFM #ClimateAction #LocalGovernment

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

NSFM is pleased to join the Province in celebrating this investment through the Sustainable Communities Challenge Fund. Congratulations to the Town of Yarmouth on receiving $120,000 to support the retrofit for the Mariners Centre. Read more: news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/07/2...

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Province Helping Mariners Centre in Yarmouth Become Energy Efficient

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Congratulations Again! To Halifax’s Ellie Black, who led Team Canada with silver medals in women’s artistic gymnastics and women’s uneven bars at the XXIII Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. #NovaScotia #Halifax #EllieBlack #TeamCanada #SilverMedals #NSFM

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

📢 Funding Alert: The Local Food Security Initiatives program offers up to $100,000 for projects that strengthen food security and local food systems in Nova Scotia. Apply by Aug. 31, 2026. Explore 150+ funding opportunities on the NS Funding Portal.

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Congratulations to Ellie Black of Halifax, winning the gold medal in the women's artistic gymnastics individual all-around competition at the XXIII Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. #NovaScotia #Halifax #EllieBlack #TeamCanada #GoldMedal #NSFM

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

We've updated the NSFM website! Discover our new Environment & Climate Change and Fact Sheets webpages, browse expanded governance resources, and learn more about the Climate Change Leaders Award and Carbon Surcharge Fund Award. Explore: 🌐 loom.ly/NXIKoBo #NSFM #MunicipalGovernment

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Africville Reunion Nova Scotia 2026 takes place July 23–27 at Africville Park — honouring the legacy of Canada’s first officially recognized Black community with cultural celebrations, family BBQs, music and a historic outdoor church service. #AfricvilleReunion #Africville #BlackHeritage #NSFM

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

🌱 Funding Alert: Tree Canada’s Biodiversity Restoration Initiative supports habitat restoration, biodiversity enhancement, and native tree planting projects.

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

NSFM is cheering on Ellie Black of Halifax, Chloe Dunbar of Brooklyn, and Sarah Mitton of Brooklyn as they compete internationally—proudly inspiring communities across Nova Scotia. Wishing them every success. Go Team Canada! #NSFM #NovaScotia #TeamCanada #CommonwealthGames #Glasgow2026

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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Climate, energy, and resilience funding can help municipalities plan, prepare, and build stronger communities. 🔎 Find 150+ funding programs on the NS Funding Portal, updated weekly.

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