Connect2 aims to provide more options to communities to reduce their carbon footprint, and making walking, biking and using sustainable modes of transportation a practical and enjoyable choice throughout Nova Scotia.

 

Communities, municipalities, and organizations interested in applying for a grant are invited to first submit an expression of interest. A response along with an application form will be provided within 48 hours confirming if your proposal is eligible. The deadline to then submit your completed application is May 5.

 

Government will provide $600,000 to the program again this year, pending budget approval. Sustainable transportation projects focused on active transportation infrastructure design or build are eligible for up to 50 per cent of costs, to a maximum of $150,000. Projects focusing on public education and engagement, or studies to advance sustainable transportation best practices in Nova Scotia are eligible for up to 50 per cent of costs, to a maximum of $30,000.    

Applications are accepted from  non-profit community organizations and  municipalities.

The Co-op Education Incentive (CO-OP) provides wage assistance to private sector, government-funded and non-profit organizations offering career-related work experiences for university and community college co-operative students.

Local clubs and/or community sport organizations who are in good standing with their Provincial Sport Organization (PSO), and have their application endorsed by the President of the PSO are all eligible to apply.

For profit organizations, schools and educational institutions as well as governments are not eligible for the funds. They also  do not normally provide funding for:

The Community ACCESS-Ability Program reflects the Government of Nova Scotia's commitment to persons with disabilities by providing equal opportunity and improved access to community facilities. This program offers cost-shared grants to community groups for accessibility related capital improvements. 

The grants cover up to two-thirds of the direct and indirect costs of renovations, installations, and/or equipment to a maximum of $10,000. The sponsoring organization must raise at least one-third of the funding from other sources. Organizations can receive funding for one project per year under the program.

We accept applications from  non-profit community organizations and  municipalities.

 

Applications will be accepted from April 1st to May 31st, 2017.

All projects must be completed by the end of the fiscal year, March 31st, 2018.

The Investors Group Community Coaching Grant program has grants available for organizations that bring coaches and coach developers of community-based sports together under one roof to learn, train, and network with each other. 

Eligible applicants can include:

The Recreation Nova Scotia (RNS) awards were initiated to pay tribute to those exceptional individuals, organizations, facilities and communities who, through their efforts and skills, made outstanding contributions towards the betterment of the recreation movement in Nova Scotia.

This year, the RNS Awards will take place Thursday, September 28th at the Membertou Trade and Convention Centre. RNS is currently seeking nominations for all award categories!

Doctors Nova Scotia is pleased to be offering our long-standing physical activity program, Kids' Run Club (KRC), to sport organizations across the province. This free, non-competitive running program has traditionally been implemented by schools, but can also be adapted to groups of any size and for kids of all ages. K

RC is a great opportunity for sport clubs/teams to provide team-building experiences and multisport exposure, help kids develop fundamental movement skills, and improve their physical literacy and fitness. It's also fun! Program materials include running logs and finisher's prizes (drawstring bags or water bottles). The timing is perfect to use KRC to help your athletes train as a team for a spring fun run!  For more information, contact Kerry Copeland at 902-483-5640 or 

Nova Scotia Health Authority has made a commitment to involve citizens in establishing priorities and making decisions that matter to them and impact their lives, our community and the sustainability of our health care system.

The Northern Zone Interdisciplinary Quality Improvement & Safety Council is committed to providing excellent care for the patients and families of our community. We are looking for volunteer Patient and Family Advisors to provide input to our Northern Zone Interdisciplinary Quality Improvement & Safety Council.

We are seeking three (3) community-minded individuals to bring a patient and/or family/caregiver point of view and voice to the meetings. No special knowledge or skills are needed. The ideal person is someone who can use their experience as a patient or family member/caregiver to help positively shape the care we provide. 

Saturday, 27-May-2017  

Where:  Wallace

When:   8:00AM All Day

A day for everyone to get out and celebrate the unofficial start of our summer season. Sales, food, and more. For more information please visit Wallace Dandelion Festival.

Events include: Trail run, Timed walk, Cribbage, 45's, Shuffleboard, Washer Toss, Scrabble, Social Bridge, Golf, Darts, and Pickleball.

The Cumberland Central Landfill has made it even easier for residents to stay connected with waste management collection and programs.

 

Download the free Solid Waste Mobile App by searching for Cumberland County Solid Waste in the App Store. Use your mobile phone to view collection schedules, receive collection reminders and  service alerts for any interruptions to waste collection such as cancellations due to weather. Residents can also sign up online by visiting www.cjsma.ns.ca .

 

Wondering what goes where? Visit www.cjsma.ns.ca to use the new Waste Wizard and search our  database of over 300 items for disposal options.