We facilitate collaboration

We facilitate collaboration. NSFM believes working together is critical to help our province grow and our communities succeed. NSFM collaborates with its members, other levels of government and stakeholders.

We facilitate advocacy

NSFM believes our collective voice will have an impact leading to changes that better support our communities and our province. We work to bring our collective views together, to prioritize the areas of most concern, to develop meaningful recommendations, and to organize events that reach out to other orders of government.

We facilitate education

NSFM works to help municipal councils better understand issues and opportunities. It does this through our events, bringing people together and sharing of ideas. It also does this through the work of committees in developing toolkits and templates, the sharing of research documents, and the sharing of best practices.

Latest Updates/News

Municipal Observer Magazine Summer 2025

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09 June 2025

Summer Edition Now Available! The latest issue of Municipal Observer Magazine has arrived. Discover inspiring stories from across Nova Scotia that showcase the power of local leadership—from innovative flood mitigation and climate resilience to housi...

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Atlantic Municipal Magazine Spring Summer 2025

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28 April 2025

Spring/Summer 2025 Edition Now Available! The latest edition of the Atlantic Municipal Magazine has arrived. Dive into fresh insights, regional stories, and timely updates shaping municipalities across Atlantic Canada.

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NSFM 2024 Annual Report

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28 April 2025

NSFM’s 2024 Annual Report is now available! Explore the highlights, accomplishments, and key priorities that shaped our year.

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More Updates & News

Latest Funding Updates

Emergency Services Provider Fund

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20 June 2025
Emergency Services Provider Fundis open, deadline July 30th.

NEW! The ESPF has been increased from $1,000,000 to $4,000,000.

NEW! Applicants can now apply every two years.

NEW! Two funding calls in 2025-26; Spring for individual organizations, Fall
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Accessibility & Housing Funding

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03 June 2025
How to complete a Tree planting funding application, June 18th, 2:00 pm AST, register here.

Enabling Accessibility Fund - Youth Innovation Component is open.

Affordable Housing Fund has been added to the database and is open.

Habitat Stewardship Pro
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Funding Updates

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30 May 2025
Funding for Safe and Active School Routescoming soon.

CHARGED, EV funding program is accepting applications. Their website has been updated with details.

Digital Museums Canada Investment Program opens June 15th.

National Anti-Racism Fund, Event an
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