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We bring municipalities together and advance solutions to shared issues.

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We connect municipalities with each other, with other organizations, other levels of government, and other provincial associations.

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We share best practices, explore creative solutions, and highlight new opportunities.

Latest Updates/News

  • Register Now - Meetings that Matter: Governance, Strategy & Public Trust

    Register Now - Meetings that Matter: Governance, Strategy & Public Trust

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    02 March 2026
    Register Now - Meetings that Matter: Governance, Strategy & Public Trust In-Person Workshop Designed for Elected Officials Workshop Details Date/Time: March 30, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.Location: Atlantic Ballroom, Westin Nova Scotian Hotel, HalifaxFee:...
  • Stormwater Management Strategy: Practitioners Session

    Stormwater Management Strategy: Practitioners Session

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    23 February 2026
    Stormwater Management Strategy: Practitioners Session Municipal engineers, planners, and other staff are key players in facilitating stormwater management while balancing the many competing demands of infrastructure planning. Join leaders from West Ha...
  • Municipal Observer Winter 2025

    Municipal Observer Winter 2025

    Information
    08 December 2025
    Explore the Winter 2025 Edition Dive into thoughtful analysis, community perspectives, and timely municipal updates. This issue brings forward the ideas and stories shaping local leadership across Nova Scotia.Read More

Latest Funding Updates

  • New to the Portal: Canada Cultural Spaces Fund

    Information
    25 February 2026
    • Canada Cultural Spaces Fund: Funding to improve arts and heritage cultural spaces across Canada through renovations, specialized equipment purchases, and planning and feasibility studies.
      • Open to:
        • Municipalities
        • First Nations
        • Non-profit Organization
    ...
  • New to the Portal: HCi3 Grant Program

    Information
    17 February 2026
    • HCi3 Grant Program: Grants for community-driven climate projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, with two streams funding up to $10,000 and $75,000. The program offers two funding streams. The Acceleration Stream provides grants up to $75,000
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  • Now Open: Capital Project — Retrofit of Existing Municipal Buildings

    Information
    09 February 2026
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Upcoming Events

29 Apr 2026;
12:00AM
2026 Spring Conference
29 Apr 2026;
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2026 Spring Conference
29 Apr 2026;
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2026 Spring Conference
03 Nov 2026;
12:00AM
2026 Fall Conference
03 Nov 2026;
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2026 Fall Conference
03 Nov 2026;
12:00AM
2026 Fall Conference