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Morning on Lochiel Lake
2026 Board of Directors Election

Morning on Lochiel Lake

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We facilitate advocacy

We bring municipalities together and advance solutions to shared issues.

We facilitate collaboration

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

We facilitate education

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

Latest Updates/News

  • Climate Risk Assessments Webinar

    Climate Risk Assessments Webinar

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    31 August 2026
    Climate Risk Assessments: How the Province and Municipalities Are Preparing for Climate Change Impacts Climate change impacts are increasingly affecting Nova Scotia communities through wildfires, hurricanes, drought and flooding. Climate risk assessm...
  • Natural Resources & Energy Education Series

    Natural Resources & Energy Education Series

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    31 August 2026
    Natural Resources & Energy Education Series NSFM is pleased to introduce this new series of online sessions is designed to create opportunities  for municipalities to connect with provincial departments and other partners  working in Nova Scotia’s energy...
  • Nominations open for the 2026 Board of Directors Election

    Nominations open for the 2026 Board of Directors Election

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    27 August 2026
    Nominations open for the 2026 Board of Directors Election The 2026 Nominations Committee is now accepting nominations for the following positions: President Vice President Regional Representatives for each NSFM Electoral Region Nominations will be ac...

Latest Funding Updates

  • New to the Portal:  Climate Ready Infrastructure Support

    New to the Portal: Climate Ready Infrastructure Support

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    31 August 2026

    The Climate Ready Infrastructure Support (CRIS) program, offered by the Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs (CAFC) in partnership with the Canadian Urban Institute, is now accepting applications from eligible fire departments and municipalities.

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  • Update to the Portal: Canada Cultural Spaces Fund

    Update to the Portal: Canada Cultural Spaces Fund

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    31 August 2026

    The Canada Cultural Spaces Fund (CCSF) has been updated, with changes to eligible projects and the current funding period.

    The CCSF is currently accepting applications for projects with eligible expenses incurred between April 1, 2026, and March 31,

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  • New to the Portal: Innovation Ecosystem Enablers

    New to the Portal: Innovation Ecosystem Enablers

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    27 August 2026

    Through the Energy Innovation Program – Innovation Ecosystem Enablers, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) supports the development and expansion of shared energy technology testing facilities that help Canadian innovators validate and commercialize cl

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Upcoming Events

03 Nov 2026;
12:00AM
2026 Fall Conference
03 Nov 2026;
12:00AM
2026 Fall Conference
03 Nov 2026;
12:00AM
2026 Fall Conference
03 Nov 2026;
12:00AM
2026 Fall Conference