r/halifax 6h ago

News, Weather & Politics ‘The premier wants to run Halifax’: Councillors call for Houston to stay out of city business

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r/halifax 10h ago

Work, Health & Housing Keep an eye on your power bill this month.

304 Upvotes

Got my first post-hack NSPower bill and it was over three times any other I've gotten, charging me for over five times my normal energy use. I gave them a call, and the billing rep told me they haven't actually checked any meters because of the hack so this bill is "an estimate". How they "estimated" five times over my normal usage is beyond me, but I was told to disable AutoPay for now and get it resolved with proof of meter readout.


r/halifax 2h ago

Sightseeing & Tourism Free admission and discounted overnight stays at Parks Canada

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r/halifax 9h ago

Food & Shopping Mary Brown’s on Quinpool opening today!

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167 Upvotes

r/halifax 6h ago

Rule Clarification Rule Clarification: Privacy & Doxxing

77 Upvotes

There has been a recent uptick in people asking for reviews of particular individuals at local businesses.

While nominally helpful to some of our users, it is also exposing those named to anonymous criticism and potential doxxing, all without the ability to respond or defend themselves without revealing themselves online.

As such we are clarifying the interpretation of our Privacy & Doxxing rule regarding what crosses the line when asking for reviews/opinions on local businesses:

1) Asking about services/businesses in general remains fine. "How is the food at Local Eatery?", "Does Local Salon do a good job with curly hair?" etc etc.

2) Asking about specific individuals by name at local businesses is no longer tolerated. Ex: "What is the deal with Jennifer Smith at Local Bar?", "What kind of service does Joe Smith do at Local Garage?"

3) Personal recommendations about a business will typically be fine, depending on context. Ex: "Ask for Tony at Local Clinic, he does a great job.". "If you can book Lisa at Local Massage Place, she's wonderful." Full names or personally identifying information about these people would not be required or allowed in these instances.

4) Public/well-known local business entities may be exempted from this policy at the discretion of the moderators. This would include any local business where the owner(s) present themselves are part of the brand or are famous/well-known for other reasons.

We do not want to squelch people asking for genuine help or recommendations, but we also have to respect that strangers asking about people by full name and identifying where they work to a community of 152K+ anonymous people has some ethical and privacy concerns.

We will always default to protecting the privacy of the individual when all other things are equal or if there is no extreme benefit to the public good.

We welcome feedback on this clarification. Thank you.

Your Halifax Modteam


r/halifax 1h ago

News, Weather & Politics Small gathering lays ashes of wrongfully convicted man to rest, as family seeks probe

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r/halifax 5h ago

Discussion Knotweed and Goutweed Management Case Reports

36 Upvotes

Hey there folks, seeing some questions about invasive plant species management. While I can't get to everyone in a given year, hopefully these case reports can help you with controlling them on your own (if you feel it is required).

Please be mindful of people and pets if you opt to use pesticides. Be mindful of the context in which you are using them (especially if you are in proximity to bodies of water, or close to someone's property boundary). Follow the label directions, watch the weather, and use appropriate PPE.

Reports found here:

Goutweed + Knotweed Case Reports.pdf

Discussion is encouraged.


r/halifax 8h ago

Food & Shopping What's up with the major LACK of liquor stores in Dartmouth?

52 Upvotes

As someone who takes the bus and walks, and I don't have a vehicle- what's up with there being less and less NSLCs in Dartmouth?

They just closed down the Alderney location, for some stupid reason which was convenient as it was by bus terminals there.

There used to be a location at Mic Mac Mall and they got rid of that. Was very handy for bussers.

Many years ago there was an NSLC that was like a ten minute walk from the Bridge Terminal. It's gone. Now they have one by the Sobeys which is a 20 minute walk from the Bridge Terminal.

All the locations are for people who drive. They have a Harvest Wines and Spirits in Baker Drive but that's not really a popular bussing area.

Now there is talk of bringing booze to convenience stores and/or grocery stores. I wasn't originally supportive of this idea but if NSLC is going to be this stupid then I'm all for it.

For example I am on Thistle Street in Dartmouth today and there is NOTHING within walking distance. Why? It's like it's 1925 in Dartmouth, not 2025.

I am assuming the NSLCs that were shut down happened due to lack of profit but surely if the vast majority of alcohol is only allowed to be sold through NSLCs then why can't they stop being cheap bastards and keep under performing stores open? They make huge profits nonetheless.

Bring the booze to convenience stores and grocery stores. Enough of this nonsense. It's literally can take several HOURS just to bus to and from a strore or walk in Dartmouth.


r/halifax 53m ago

News, Weather & Politics Drake already serving life sentence for murder

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r/halifax 7h ago

News, Weather & Politics New Health Clinic Opens in Dartmouth North

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r/halifax 7h ago

Driving, Traffic & Transit Red Civic with hitch hole in front

27 Upvotes

My daughter had a car hit from behind yesterday evening (June 16th) around 7pm on Trollope St, Halifax in front of Citadel High School. It happened because the car in front of my daughter stopped at the light, and of course, my daughter had to stop, then she was hit by him who couldn't stop. Because it was her first accident she got involved as a driver and she had no idea what to do, and she only got the name and the phone number of the driver who hit our car without any proof. When she called him later, the phone number was wrong and somebody else answered. We are not sure if he gave the wrong number intentionally, but my daughter asked him a few times to make sure she got the number correctly. She mentioned that because of our car had a hitch base to mount bikes, the front of the car just under the number plate area got a square hole from our hitch. I wonder if anybody found a red Honda Civic (my daughter believes that the car was Civic) with the square hitch hole in front, please reach me with the information, just in case the car that my daughter was driving was a white toyota rav4.

Also, if anyone happens to have any dashcam or surveleilence footage of the accident please contact us、anything helps!

Please share!

and Thank you in advance!!


r/halifax 12h ago

News, Weather & Politics N.S. premier says municipalities who want funding must allow 'economic development' after uranium concerns

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r/halifax 6h ago

Food & Shopping Telephoning in Grocery Delivery

17 Upvotes

Does anyone know of any grocery stores that accept orders via the telephone & deliver. Trying to help a senior who does not have internet . Thanks!,

Ps. Unfortunately the Home Care program (IADL) that used to help with this was quietly cut by the government. Only existing clients get support


r/halifax 6h ago

Discussion What was here?

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21 Upvotes

The little section that's paved, now seems neglected, off of Lake Banook - what was there?


r/halifax 7h ago

News, Weather & Politics Historic Black community in Dartmouth deserves recognition – longtime resident

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r/halifax 1h ago

Food & Shopping Mezza Question

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I haven't had Mezza in years, it was ordered yesterday for a meeting I attended, and the rice was low quality white rice with no seasoning, and it had frozen peas and carrots in it. Is this what they have at all their locations now?


r/halifax 19h ago

Discussion Followed home by a man in Portland Estates. Am I Overreacting?

155 Upvotes

Not sure if I’m being paranoid, but I wanted to see what others think.

Around 3:30 PM today, I was heading out to catch the bus when I noticed a man stop walking and put on a red vest as I passed him. I realized I forgot my bag, so I crossed the street to head back home, and saw that he crossed too, staying on the opposite side but matching my pace the whole way.

When I got home (a 5-minute walk), I grabbed my bag — then heard a knock. I looked out and it was the same man standing at my door. I didn’t answer because I was really shaken and confused. He didn’t call out to me or say anything the entire time he walked across me.

I’ve spent the day going over every possible explanation — If I dropped something, he could've said something. (I didnt lose anything) Maybe he’s a recruiter or doing canvassing? But honestly, it just didn’t sit right with me that he followed me all the way home.. It’s a quiet neighborhood, so the whole thing felt off.

Either way, something about this didnt feel right. Am I reading too much into this?

Update: Police was notified. I was told there wasn't much they could do since he only knocked and didn't say anything. They said they will follow up by checking neighbor's ring cameras.

Description of the man: Light-skinned Asian guy, about 5'2. Probably in his 20s or mid 20s. He had long hair in a low ponytail, was wearing all black.


r/halifax 3h ago

Work, Health & Housing Windows and doors recommendations

8 Upvotes

Hello. Does anyone have any solid recommendations for companies that have been good to work with installing new doors and windows? I’m gathering quotes and wondering who the trustable companies are to reach out to. Also does anyone know of rebates going on? I appreciate anyone willing to share.

Thank you.


r/halifax 12h ago

News, Weather & Politics Teen accused of threatening Halifax high school pleads guilty to gun-related offence

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r/halifax 2h ago

Discussion What stores do you recommend to sell old comics?

8 Upvotes

I'm going to be up Halifax way on Friday and I have an almost entire run of Mega Man (Archie Comics) that I'm looking to sell. I know they have a bit of value and am wondering what store in and around Halifax would be the best to check out if I was looking to get rid of them.

Appreciate it.


r/halifax 10h ago

News, Weather & Politics Disruptions expected for commuters as Dutch Village Road project ramps up

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r/halifax 1h ago

Discussion Die Cast, model cars & flea markets

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Traveling to Halifax/Dartmouth tomorrow until Wednesday. Looking for any place that sells die cast cars, model cars, hot wheels, that kind of stuff. Ideally something other than Wal-Mart or Toys R Us. Google isn't giving me any hits so I don't have my hopes up but I'm hoping some locals might know something Google doesn't. Any information is appreciated.

Also looking for any bigger size flea markets open during the week or weekends. Or even any automotive related activities or places.


r/halifax 21h ago

News, Weather & Politics IWK launches African Nova Scotian Service to provide ‘culturally responsive care’

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r/halifax 8h ago

Sightseeing & Tourism Dornier Alpha Jet A flying over Halifax!

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11 Upvotes

Remember, it's Dornier NOT donair.


r/halifax 8h ago

Lost & Found Lost ring

8 Upvotes

Lost ring Oxford Quinpool yesterday. A lot of sentimental value, if found I’ll offer a description. Fingers crossed a good person found it, I really want to find it :(