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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/
⏱️ 5 minutes. That's how long it takes to learn the Funding Portal
We just published a quick video guide covering:
- How to search (keyword or category)
- How to filter by deadline, eligibility & status
- What to look for on every program page
🎥 https://www.nsfunding.ca/application-tips-guides/
We just published a quick video guide covering:
- How to search (keyword or category)
- How to filter by deadline, eligibility & status
- What to look for on every program page
🎥 https://www.nsfunding.ca/application-tips-guides/
January 22, 2026 at 1:30 PM
⏱️ 5 minutes. That's how long it takes to learn the Funding Portal
We just published a quick video guide covering:
- How to search (keyword or category)
- How to filter by deadline, eligibility & status
- What to look for on every program page
🎥 https://www.nsfunding.ca/application-tips-guides/
We just published a quick video guide covering:
- How to search (keyword or category)
- How to filter by deadline, eligibility & status
- What to look for on every program page
🎥 https://www.nsfunding.ca/application-tips-guides/
Bell Let’s Talk Day | Jan 21
Bell Let’s Talk Day encourages open conversations and action to reduce stigma and strengthen mental health support across Canada. Let’s keep talking—and taking action—together. 💙
#BellLetsTalkDay #MentalHealthMatters #EndTheStigma #NSFM
Bell Let’s Talk Day encourages open conversations and action to reduce stigma and strengthen mental health support across Canada. Let’s keep talking—and taking action—together. 💙
#BellLetsTalkDay #MentalHealthMatters #EndTheStigma #NSFM
January 21, 2026 at 12:01 PM
Bell Let’s Talk Day | Jan 21
Bell Let’s Talk Day encourages open conversations and action to reduce stigma and strengthen mental health support across Canada. Let’s keep talking—and taking action—together. 💙
#BellLetsTalkDay #MentalHealthMatters #EndTheStigma #NSFM
Bell Let’s Talk Day encourages open conversations and action to reduce stigma and strengthen mental health support across Canada. Let’s keep talking—and taking action—together. 💙
#BellLetsTalkDay #MentalHealthMatters #EndTheStigma #NSFM
📌2 federal workforce development programs just added to the Portal
✦ Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages
→ Deadline: February 3
✦ Enabling Accessibility Fund
→ Deadline: March 12
📝 Both open to municipalities and non-profits
🔗 Full details at nsfunding.ca/explore
✦ Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages
→ Deadline: February 3
✦ Enabling Accessibility Fund
→ Deadline: March 12
📝 Both open to municipalities and non-profits
🔗 Full details at nsfunding.ca/explore
January 20, 2026 at 11:15 AM
📌2 federal workforce development programs just added to the Portal
✦ Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages
→ Deadline: February 3
✦ Enabling Accessibility Fund
→ Deadline: March 12
📝 Both open to municipalities and non-profits
🔗 Full details at nsfunding.ca/explore
✦ Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages
→ Deadline: February 3
✦ Enabling Accessibility Fund
→ Deadline: March 12
📝 Both open to municipalities and non-profits
🔗 Full details at nsfunding.ca/explore
🌟 #FollowUsFriday 🌟
Stay connected with NSFM for updates, advocacy news & municipal stories from across Nova Scotia!
📣 Bluesky: @nsfmns
📣 LinkedIn/Facebook/Instagram: @nsfedmuni
Hit follow & join the conversation!
#NSMunicipalities #NSFM
Stay connected with NSFM for updates, advocacy news & municipal stories from across Nova Scotia!
📣 Bluesky: @nsfmns
📣 LinkedIn/Facebook/Instagram: @nsfedmuni
Hit follow & join the conversation!
#NSMunicipalities #NSFM
January 16, 2026 at 12:01 PM
🌟 #FollowUsFriday 🌟
Stay connected with NSFM for updates, advocacy news & municipal stories from across Nova Scotia!
📣 Bluesky: @nsfmns
📣 LinkedIn/Facebook/Instagram: @nsfedmuni
Hit follow & join the conversation!
#NSMunicipalities #NSFM
Stay connected with NSFM for updates, advocacy news & municipal stories from across Nova Scotia!
📣 Bluesky: @nsfmns
📣 LinkedIn/Facebook/Instagram: @nsfedmuni
Hit follow & join the conversation!
#NSMunicipalities #NSFM
🌊 Coastal Planning Support Program open until Feb 11, 2026! Funding helps municipalities with safe coastal development, public engagement, and bylaw adoption. Apply now: https://loom.ly/4MtMv0Q
📩 [email protected]
#NovaScotia #ClimateAction #CoastalPlanning
📩 [email protected]
#NovaScotia #ClimateAction #CoastalPlanning
January 14, 2026 at 12:01 PM
🌊 Coastal Planning Support Program open until Feb 11, 2026! Funding helps municipalities with safe coastal development, public engagement, and bylaw adoption. Apply now: https://loom.ly/4MtMv0Q
📩 [email protected]
#NovaScotia #ClimateAction #CoastalPlanning
📩 [email protected]
#NovaScotia #ClimateAction #CoastalPlanning
📌 3 funding programs just added or updated on the NS Funding Portal
✔️ Recreation Facility Development Grant | Deadline Feb 14
✔️ EV Test Drives & Charging Education | Deadline Feb 19
✔️ Electrify NS MHZEV Rebate | Rolling intake
All open to municipalities and to non-profits.
✔️ Recreation Facility Development Grant | Deadline Feb 14
✔️ EV Test Drives & Charging Education | Deadline Feb 19
✔️ Electrify NS MHZEV Rebate | Rolling intake
All open to municipalities and to non-profits.
January 12, 2026 at 11:33 AM
📌 3 funding programs just added or updated on the NS Funding Portal
✔️ Recreation Facility Development Grant | Deadline Feb 14
✔️ EV Test Drives & Charging Education | Deadline Feb 19
✔️ Electrify NS MHZEV Rebate | Rolling intake
All open to municipalities and to non-profits.
✔️ Recreation Facility Development Grant | Deadline Feb 14
✔️ EV Test Drives & Charging Education | Deadline Feb 19
✔️ Electrify NS MHZEV Rebate | Rolling intake
All open to municipalities and to non-profits.
2 webinars for municipalities:
🏠 Build Canada Homes — Jan 8 | 2–3 pm
What they fund + portal walkthrough + what makes a strong proposal
🌧️ Co-operators Resilience Acceleration Lab — Jan 15 | 1 pm
Climate-resilient infrastructure overview
Details: https://loom.ly/31-fkZ8
🏠 Build Canada Homes — Jan 8 | 2–3 pm
What they fund + portal walkthrough + what makes a strong proposal
🌧️ Co-operators Resilience Acceleration Lab — Jan 15 | 1 pm
Climate-resilient infrastructure overview
Details: https://loom.ly/31-fkZ8
January 7, 2026 at 6:35 PM
2 webinars for municipalities:
🏠 Build Canada Homes — Jan 8 | 2–3 pm
What they fund + portal walkthrough + what makes a strong proposal
🌧️ Co-operators Resilience Acceleration Lab — Jan 15 | 1 pm
Climate-resilient infrastructure overview
Details: https://loom.ly/31-fkZ8
🏠 Build Canada Homes — Jan 8 | 2–3 pm
What they fund + portal walkthrough + what makes a strong proposal
🌧️ Co-operators Resilience Acceleration Lab — Jan 15 | 1 pm
Climate-resilient infrastructure overview
Details: https://loom.ly/31-fkZ8
📢 Two federal programs open in January:
📍 CanExport Community Investments – up to $500K for FDI attraction (Jan 5–30)
📍 Multiculturalism & Anti-Racism Events – up to $100K per event (Jan 7–Feb 18)
Details in Nova Scotia Funding Portal
📍 CanExport Community Investments – up to $500K for FDI attraction (Jan 5–30)
📍 Multiculturalism & Anti-Racism Events – up to $100K per event (Jan 7–Feb 18)
Details in Nova Scotia Funding Portal
January 7, 2026 at 12:20 PM
📢 Two federal programs open in January:
📍 CanExport Community Investments – up to $500K for FDI attraction (Jan 5–30)
📍 Multiculturalism & Anti-Racism Events – up to $100K per event (Jan 7–Feb 18)
Details in Nova Scotia Funding Portal
📍 CanExport Community Investments – up to $500K for FDI attraction (Jan 5–30)
📍 Multiculturalism & Anti-Racism Events – up to $100K per event (Jan 7–Feb 18)
Details in Nova Scotia Funding Portal
Happy New Year from #NSFM
#HappyNewYear #NewYear2026 #CheersToTheNewYear #NSFM2026 #Welcome2026 #NewYearWishes #CelebrateNewYear #FreshStart #NSFMNewYear #NewYearJoy
#HappyNewYear #NewYear2026 #CheersToTheNewYear #NSFM2026 #Welcome2026 #NewYearWishes #CelebrateNewYear #FreshStart #NSFMNewYear #NewYearJoy
January 1, 2026 at 11:01 AM
✨ As 2025 comes to a close, we reflect with gratitude on the year past and look forward with hope to the year ahead.
Wishing you and your loved ones a safe and joyful New Year’s Eve—and all the best in 2026! 🎆🥂
#HappyNewYear #Goodbye2025 #Hello2026 #NSFM
Wishing you and your loved ones a safe and joyful New Year’s Eve—and all the best in 2026! 🎆🥂
#HappyNewYear #Goodbye2025 #Hello2026 #NSFM
December 31, 2025 at 11:01 AM
✨ As 2025 comes to a close, we reflect with gratitude on the year past and look forward with hope to the year ahead.
Wishing you and your loved ones a safe and joyful New Year’s Eve—and all the best in 2026! 🎆🥂
#HappyNewYear #Goodbye2025 #Hello2026 #NSFM
Wishing you and your loved ones a safe and joyful New Year’s Eve—and all the best in 2026! 🎆🥂
#HappyNewYear #Goodbye2025 #Hello2026 #NSFM
NSFM will be Closed for the holidays We will re-open on January 5, 2026
#NSFMHolidayClosure #NSFMClosed #HolidayBreak #HappyHolidays #SeeYouIn2026 #HolidayHours #OfficeClosed #ReopeningJanuary5 #SeasonalClosure #NSFMNotice #NSFM
#NSFMHolidayClosure #NSFMClosed #HolidayBreak #HappyHolidays #SeeYouIn2026 #HolidayHours #OfficeClosed #ReopeningJanuary5 #SeasonalClosure #NSFMNotice #NSFM
December 29, 2025 at 11:01 AM
NSFM will be Closed for the holidays We will re-open on January 5, 2026
#NSFMHolidayClosure #NSFMClosed #HolidayBreak #HappyHolidays #SeeYouIn2026 #HolidayHours #OfficeClosed #ReopeningJanuary5 #SeasonalClosure #NSFMNotice #NSFM
#NSFMHolidayClosure #NSFMClosed #HolidayBreak #HappyHolidays #SeeYouIn2026 #HolidayHours #OfficeClosed #ReopeningJanuary5 #SeasonalClosure #NSFMNotice #NSFM
Enjoy Boxing Day from #NSFM
#BoxingDayDealsNS #ShoppingSpree #FestiveFindsNS #BoxingDayBargains #RetailTherapyNS #DiscoverDealsNS #ShopAndSaveNS #BoxingDayDelights #SeasonalSavingsNS
#BoxingDayDealsNS #ShoppingSpree #FestiveFindsNS #BoxingDayBargains #RetailTherapyNS #DiscoverDealsNS #ShopAndSaveNS #BoxingDayDelights #SeasonalSavingsNS
December 26, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Happy Holidays from #NSFM
#FestiveCheerNS #HolidayJoyHalifax #SeasonsGreetingsNS #CelebrateInHalifax #JoyfulNovaScotia #WinterWondersNS #HappyHolidaysHalifax #MerryAndBrightNS #CheersToTheSeason #HalifaxHolidays
#FestiveCheerNS #HolidayJoyHalifax #SeasonsGreetingsNS #CelebrateInHalifax #JoyfulNovaScotia #WinterWondersNS #HappyHolidaysHalifax #MerryAndBrightNS #CheersToTheSeason #HalifaxHolidays
December 25, 2025 at 11:01 AM
NSFM will be Closed for the holidays We will re-open on January 5, 2026
#NSFMHolidayClosure #NSFMClosed #HolidayBreak #HappyHolidays #SeeYouIn2026 #HolidayHours #OfficeClosed #ReopeningJanuary5 #SeasonalClosure #NSFMNotice #NSFM
#NSFMHolidayClosure #NSFMClosed #HolidayBreak #HappyHolidays #SeeYouIn2026 #HolidayHours #OfficeClosed #ReopeningJanuary5 #SeasonalClosure #NSFMNotice #NSFM
December 22, 2025 at 11:01 AM
NSFM will be Closed for the holidays We will re-open on January 5, 2026
#NSFMHolidayClosure #NSFMClosed #HolidayBreak #HappyHolidays #SeeYouIn2026 #HolidayHours #OfficeClosed #ReopeningJanuary5 #SeasonalClosure #NSFMNotice #NSFM
#NSFMHolidayClosure #NSFMClosed #HolidayBreak #HappyHolidays #SeeYouIn2026 #HolidayHours #OfficeClosed #ReopeningJanuary5 #SeasonalClosure #NSFMNotice #NSFM
🚨 Now Open: Two grants with January deadlines
EcoAction Community Program (Stream 2)
📅 Deadline: Jan 20, 2026
Connect2 Program
📅 Deadline: Jan 9, 2026
Worth a quick look if you’re working on active transportation or freshwater/climate projects.
#Funding #NovaScotia #Municipalities
EcoAction Community Program (Stream 2)
📅 Deadline: Jan 20, 2026
Connect2 Program
📅 Deadline: Jan 9, 2026
Worth a quick look if you’re working on active transportation or freshwater/climate projects.
#Funding #NovaScotia #Municipalities
December 18, 2025 at 1:10 PM
🚨 Now Open: Two grants with January deadlines
EcoAction Community Program (Stream 2)
📅 Deadline: Jan 20, 2026
Connect2 Program
📅 Deadline: Jan 9, 2026
Worth a quick look if you’re working on active transportation or freshwater/climate projects.
#Funding #NovaScotia #Municipalities
EcoAction Community Program (Stream 2)
📅 Deadline: Jan 20, 2026
Connect2 Program
📅 Deadline: Jan 9, 2026
Worth a quick look if you’re working on active transportation or freshwater/climate projects.
#Funding #NovaScotia #Municipalities
We observe 10 December as International Human Rights Day – the day we commemorate dignity and equality for all.
#HumanRightsDay #DignityAndEquality #HumanRightsForAll #StandUpForRights #EqualityForAll #JusticeAndFreedom #GlobalHumanRights #December10 #ProtectHumanRights #HumanRights2025 #NSFM
#HumanRightsDay #DignityAndEquality #HumanRightsForAll #StandUpForRights #EqualityForAll #JusticeAndFreedom #GlobalHumanRights #December10 #ProtectHumanRights #HumanRights2025 #NSFM
December 11, 2025 at 12:20 AM
We observe 10 December as International Human Rights Day – the day we commemorate dignity and equality for all.
#HumanRightsDay #DignityAndEquality #HumanRightsForAll #StandUpForRights #EqualityForAll #JusticeAndFreedom #GlobalHumanRights #December10 #ProtectHumanRights #HumanRights2025 #NSFM
#HumanRightsDay #DignityAndEquality #HumanRightsForAll #StandUpForRights #EqualityForAll #JusticeAndFreedom #GlobalHumanRights #December10 #ProtectHumanRights #HumanRights2025 #NSFM
🏫Two Important Grants for Community Building Repairs & Improvements!
➡️ Community ACCESS-Ability: accessibility upgrades (up to $50K)
➡️ Facilities Improvement: general repairs (up to $50K)
Deadline for both: February 14, 2026
Full details: 🔗nsfunding.ca
➡️ Community ACCESS-Ability: accessibility upgrades (up to $50K)
➡️ Facilities Improvement: general repairs (up to $50K)
Deadline for both: February 14, 2026
Full details: 🔗nsfunding.ca
December 8, 2025 at 11:50 AM
🏫Two Important Grants for Community Building Repairs & Improvements!
➡️ Community ACCESS-Ability: accessibility upgrades (up to $50K)
➡️ Facilities Improvement: general repairs (up to $50K)
Deadline for both: February 14, 2026
Full details: 🔗nsfunding.ca
➡️ Community ACCESS-Ability: accessibility upgrades (up to $50K)
➡️ Facilities Improvement: general repairs (up to $50K)
Deadline for both: February 14, 2026
Full details: 🔗nsfunding.ca
We recognize Dec. 6 as National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, where we take time to honour those women who have lost their lives to acts of violence.
#EndViolenceAgainstWomen #ViolencePrevention #WomenDeserveSafety #December6 #StopGenderBasedViolence #NSFM
#EndViolenceAgainstWomen #ViolencePrevention #WomenDeserveSafety #December6 #StopGenderBasedViolence #NSFM
December 6, 2025 at 12:01 PM
We recognize Dec. 6 as National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, where we take time to honour those women who have lost their lives to acts of violence.
#EndViolenceAgainstWomen #ViolencePrevention #WomenDeserveSafety #December6 #StopGenderBasedViolence #NSFM
#EndViolenceAgainstWomen #ViolencePrevention #WomenDeserveSafety #December6 #StopGenderBasedViolence #NSFM
The best investments we make are in people. Wage subsidies + grants to invest in the next generation just added to the Portal:
→ Science Horizons Youth Internship Program
→ Student Work Placement Program
→ McConnell Foundation Grants
Explore them at nsfunding.ca
→ Science Horizons Youth Internship Program
→ Student Work Placement Program
→ McConnell Foundation Grants
Explore them at nsfunding.ca
December 4, 2025 at 12:10 PM
The best investments we make are in people. Wage subsidies + grants to invest in the next generation just added to the Portal:
→ Science Horizons Youth Internship Program
→ Student Work Placement Program
→ McConnell Foundation Grants
Explore them at nsfunding.ca
→ Science Horizons Youth Internship Program
→ Student Work Placement Program
→ McConnell Foundation Grants
Explore them at nsfunding.ca
We commemorate December 3 as #InternationalDayOfPeopleWithDisabilities
##IDPWD2025 #DisabilityAwareness #InclusionMatters #CelebrateAbility #AccessibilityForAll #EqualRights #EmpowerDisabledVoices #BreakingBarriers #December2025 #NSFM
##IDPWD2025 #DisabilityAwareness #InclusionMatters #CelebrateAbility #AccessibilityForAll #EqualRights #EmpowerDisabledVoices #BreakingBarriers #December2025 #NSFM
December 3, 2025 at 12:02 PM
🏕️ Free to Play
🔹$272K available for outdoor play projects in rural NS
🔹Grants of $5K-$75K for municipalities, non-profits, community groups
🔹Info session: Dec 10 at 2:00 pm AST
🔹Deadline: Feb 24, 2026
🔗 Learn more and how to apply: – https://loom.ly/xhfuzRk
🔹$272K available for outdoor play projects in rural NS
🔹Grants of $5K-$75K for municipalities, non-profits, community groups
🔹Info session: Dec 10 at 2:00 pm AST
🔹Deadline: Feb 24, 2026
🔗 Learn more and how to apply: – https://loom.ly/xhfuzRk
December 1, 2025 at 1:10 PM
🏕️ Free to Play
🔹$272K available for outdoor play projects in rural NS
🔹Grants of $5K-$75K for municipalities, non-profits, community groups
🔹Info session: Dec 10 at 2:00 pm AST
🔹Deadline: Feb 24, 2026
🔗 Learn more and how to apply: – https://loom.ly/xhfuzRk
🔹$272K available for outdoor play projects in rural NS
🔹Grants of $5K-$75K for municipalities, non-profits, community groups
🔹Info session: Dec 10 at 2:00 pm AST
🔹Deadline: Feb 24, 2026
🔗 Learn more and how to apply: – https://loom.ly/xhfuzRk
Great turnout in Kentville this morning for our continuing Coastal Planning Support Program info sessions.
Funding is now open to help municipalities strengthen coastal land use planning. Apply by Feb. 11, 2026.
More info: [email protected]
📄 Application Guide & Form (https://loom.ly/4MtMv0Q)
Funding is now open to help municipalities strengthen coastal land use planning. Apply by Feb. 11, 2026.
More info: [email protected]
📄 Application Guide & Form (https://loom.ly/4MtMv0Q)
November 27, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Great turnout in Kentville this morning for our continuing Coastal Planning Support Program info sessions.
Funding is now open to help municipalities strengthen coastal land use planning. Apply by Feb. 11, 2026.
More info: [email protected]
📄 Application Guide & Form (https://loom.ly/4MtMv0Q)
Funding is now open to help municipalities strengthen coastal land use planning. Apply by Feb. 11, 2026.
More info: [email protected]
📄 Application Guide & Form (https://loom.ly/4MtMv0Q)
🌊 Coastal Planning Support Program open until Feb 11, 2026! Funding helps municipalities with safe coastal development, public engagement, and bylaw adoption. Apply now: https://loom.ly/4MtMv0Q
📩 [email protected]
#NovaScotia #ClimateAction #CoastalPlanning
📩 [email protected]
#NovaScotia #ClimateAction #CoastalPlanning
November 27, 2025 at 12:02 PM
🌊 Coastal Planning Support Program open until Feb 11, 2026! Funding helps municipalities with safe coastal development, public engagement, and bylaw adoption. Apply now: https://loom.ly/4MtMv0Q
📩 [email protected]
#NovaScotia #ClimateAction #CoastalPlanning
📩 [email protected]
#NovaScotia #ClimateAction #CoastalPlanning
📅 "We always hear about programs too late!"
Why: scattered sites, short windows, small teams.
NS Funding Portal consolidates them. Filter by deadline, category, eligibility → 2-3 minutes vs. hours hunting.
Doesn't solve everything, but it helps.
#NSfunding #FundingPortal #NovaScotia
Why: scattered sites, short windows, small teams.
NS Funding Portal consolidates them. Filter by deadline, category, eligibility → 2-3 minutes vs. hours hunting.
Doesn't solve everything, but it helps.
#NSfunding #FundingPortal #NovaScotia
November 26, 2025 at 11:35 AM
📅 "We always hear about programs too late!"
Why: scattered sites, short windows, small teams.
NS Funding Portal consolidates them. Filter by deadline, category, eligibility → 2-3 minutes vs. hours hunting.
Doesn't solve everything, but it helps.
#NSfunding #FundingPortal #NovaScotia
Why: scattered sites, short windows, small teams.
NS Funding Portal consolidates them. Filter by deadline, category, eligibility → 2-3 minutes vs. hours hunting.
Doesn't solve everything, but it helps.
#NSfunding #FundingPortal #NovaScotia
Today, on Transgender Day of Remembrance, we honour the lives lost to anti-trans violence and stand in solidarity with the trans community. #TDOR #TransDayOfRemembrance
#TDOR #TransDayOfRemembrance #Inclusion #Community #NSFM
#TDOR #TransDayOfRemembrance #Inclusion #Community #NSFM
November 20, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Today, on Transgender Day of Remembrance, we honour the lives lost to anti-trans violence and stand in solidarity with the trans community. #TDOR #TransDayOfRemembrance
#TDOR #TransDayOfRemembrance #Inclusion #Community #NSFM
#TDOR #TransDayOfRemembrance #Inclusion #Community #NSFM