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NSFM
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The Nova Scotia Federation of Municipalities (NSFM) stands as the collective voice for municipalities in the province, a non-profit organization representing over 370 municipally elected officials and all 49 municipalities.https://nsfm.ca/
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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 17h
We recognize Persons Day in Canada is October 18
It marks the day in 1929 when the historic decision to include women in the legal definition of “persons”.
#PersonsDay #WomenArePersons #EqualityInAction #WomenInPolitics #CanadianHistory #GenderEquality #WomenEmpowerment #NSFM
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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 2d
#NSFM President Pam Mood and Director Ian Morrison met with Warden Bonny MacIsaac and CAO Keith MacDonald in Inverness after presenting to CBRM’s Committee of the Whole.
Engaging with municipal leaders helps strengthen local government across Nova Scotia. #MunicipalLeadership
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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 3d
Cybersecurity Awareness Month Tips
THINK BEFORE YOU CLICK
UPDATE YOUR SOFTWARE
USE STONG PASSWORDS
ENABLE MFA
#CyberAware #PhishingPrevention #StaySafeOnline #SecureYourTech #PasswordSafety #MultiFactorAuthentication #CyberSecurityTips #StayCyberSafe #ProtectYourData #NSFM
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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 3d
October is Disability Employment Awareness Month (DEAM) a time to recognize the contributions of people with disabilities in the workforce.
#DEAM2025 #InclusiveWorkplaces #CelebrateAbility #DisabilityInclusion #WorkforceDiversity #BreakingBarriers #RecognizeAbility #NSFM
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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 3d
We recognize Women's History Month October 2025 She Did, So Now I Can
#WomensHistoryMonth #SheDidSoNowICan #WomenInHistory #HerStoryMatters #CelebrateWomen #EmpoweredWomen #WomenWhoInspire #BreakingBarriers #HonoringHerLegacy #October2025 #NSFM
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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 3d
We recognize Treaty Day in Canada October 1, 2025
#TreatyDay #HonourTheTreaties #IndigenousRights #ReconciliationInAction #RespectTheTreaties #IndigenousHeritage #TreatyRecognition #CanadianHistory #IndigenousPeoplesDay #October1 #NSFM
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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 3d
We recognize Mi'kmaq History Month October 2025
#Mi'kmaqHistoryMonth #HonourMi'kmaq #IndigenousHistory #Mi'kmaqCulture #CelebrateMi'kmaq #IndigenousHeritage #Mi'kmaqPride #ReconciliationInAction #IndigenousAwareness #October2025 #NSFM
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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 4d
Spotlight
Excited to welcome Tareq Hadhad, Founder & CEO of Peace by Chocolate, as keynote speaker at #NSFM2025!
His inspiring journey from Syrian refugee to Atlantic Canada business leader embodies our theme: Local Focus, Lasting Impact.
Register today! (https://loom.ly/Kp9frKo)
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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 5d
Happy Thanksgiving In recognize NSFM will be closed, Monday, October 13, 2025
#HappyThanksgiving #Thanksgiving2025 #Gratitude #NSFMClosed #ThanksgivingHoliday #HolidayClosure #GivingThanks #NSFMNotice #October2025 #NSFM
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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 7d
We recognize International Day of the Girl on October 11, 2025
#DayOfTheGirl #InternationalDayOfTheGirl #EmpowerGirls #GirlsCan #InvestInGirls #GirlsRights #GirlsEducation #SheIsTheFuture #SupportHerDreams #October112025 #NSFM
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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 11d
📣 The countdown is on! The 2025 NSFM Fall Conference is almost here.
Theme: Local Focus, Lasting Impact Register today! (https://loom.ly/Kp9frKo)
Bringing municipal leaders together to shape stronger communities across Nova Scotia.
#NSFM2025 #LocalFocusLastingImpact
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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 12d
We recognize Mental Health Awareness Week October 5 - 11, 2025
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #MentalHealthMatters #BreakTheStigma #MindYourHealth #SupportMentalHealth #YouAreNotAlone #EndTheStigma #MentalWellness #October2025 #SelfCareMatters #NSFM
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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 17d
Cybersecurity Awareness Month Tips
THINK BEFORE YOU CLICK
UPDATE YOUR SOFTWARE
USE STONG PASSWORDS
ENABLE MFA
#CyberAware #PhishingPrevention #StaySafeOnline #SecureYourTech #PasswordSafety #MultiFactorAuthentication #CyberSecurityTips #StayCyberSafe #ProtectYourData #NSFM
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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 17d
October is Disability Employment Awareness Month (DEAM) a time to recognize the contributions of people with disabilities in the workforce.
#DEAM2025 #InclusiveWorkplaces #CelebrateAbility #DisabilityInclusion #WorkforceDiversity #BreakingBarriers #RecognizeAbility #NSFM
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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 17d
We recognize Women's History Month October 2025 She Did, So Now I Can
#WomensHistoryMonth #SheDidSoNowICan #WomenInHistory #HerStoryMatters #CelebrateWomen #EmpoweredWomen #WomenWhoInspire #BreakingBarriers #HonoringHerLegacy #October2025 #NSFM
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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 17d
We recognize Treaty Day in Canada October 1, 2025
#TreatyDay #HonourTheTreaties #IndigenousRights #ReconciliationInAction #RespectTheTreaties #IndigenousHeritage #TreatyRecognition #CanadianHistory #IndigenousPeoplesDay #October1 #NSFM
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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 17d
We recognize Mi'kmaq History Month October 2025
#Mi'kmaqHistoryMonth #HonourMi'kmaq #IndigenousHistory #Mi'kmaqCulture #CelebrateMi'kmaq #IndigenousHeritage #Mi'kmaqPride #ReconciliationInAction #IndigenousAwareness #October2025 #NSFM
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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 18d
Public Safety Awareness 🚨
NSFM advocates for policies that protect our towns, cities & counties—building safer communities for all.
🔗 https://loom.ly/gYG058A

#PublicSafety #CommunitySafety #SaferCommunities #NSFM
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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 18d
Today is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and in recognition, our office will be closed on Tues, Sept. 30, 2025
#TruthAndReconciliation #EveryChildMatters #IndigenousRights #OrangeShirtDay #ReconciliationJourney #IndigenousHistory #NeverForget #NationalDayForTruthAndReconciliation
#NSFM
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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 19d
Did you know? 🏗️
NSFM is advocating for stronger municipal infrastructure & ensuring the Canada Community Building Fund supports diverse local needs.
🔗 https://loom.ly/gYG058A

#InfrastructureMatters #CommunityBuilding #NSFMAdvocacy #NSFM
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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 23d
Embrace Municipal Autonomy 🏛️
NSFM champions local decision-making & stronger municipal capacity to meet community needs.
🔗 https://loom.ly/gYG058A

#MunicipalAutonomy #LocalGovernance #EmpowerCommunities #NSFM
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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 25d
What’s Next: Policing & Emergency Management 🚓
Fair roles. Smart costs. NSFM is amplifying the municipal voice to ensure effective, affordable public safety.

#NextForNSFM #MunicipalBudgets #EmergencyManagement #CommunitySafety #NSFM
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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · 26d
In recognition of Gender Equality Week
Sept. 21 - 27, 2025 here are:
WAYS TO ADVANCE GENDER EQUALITY
#GenderEqualityWeek #EqualityMatters #NSFM
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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · Sep 18
Promoting Equity & Community Wellbeing 🌍
NSFM advocates for fairness, inclusivity & stronger voices in local gov to build a more equitable tomorrow.
https://loom.ly/gYG058A
#Equity #CommunityWellbeing #Inclusivity #Advocacy #NSFM
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NSFM @nsfmns.bsky.social · Sep 16
What’s Next: Energy Transition ⚡️
Powering communities, not just grids. NSFM is ensuring wind & resource projects deliver growth and real local benefits.

#NextForNSFM #EnergyTransition #WindPowerNS #LocalBenefit #NSFM