Solar collector systems also called solar farms are large-scale, ground-mounted devices or installations that capture sunlight and convert it to useable energy that feeds directly into a utility grid. Employees are seeking feedback from residents on solar farms in the municipality. buff.ly/24YUWDg

The municipality is reviewing policies to guide where and how large-scale solar farms may be developed. Your feedback can help shape future policies. Public input will help inform recommendations that go to Regional Council for consideration. Learn more and share your feedback: buff.ly/24YUWDg

The municipality is reviewing policies and land use by-laws to guide the future of large-scale solar farms across the region. Share your feedback on where solar farms may be permitted and other considerations for employees. Learn more & take the survey: engagehalifax.ca/regional-plan/solar-farms

Help shape the future of Halifax's north end. Share your feedback on the Young Street Lands Future Growth Node planning process, including two development proposals. Attend public open house sessions on Aug. 5 at the Halifax Forum or complete the survey: engagehalifax.ca/young-street-lands.

Do you live in Herring Cove? Join the upcoming engagement opportunity and share what matters, what challenges you see and what you hope for the future. Drop in anytime at Herring Cove Community Centre, 30 Latter Pond Lane, Herring Cove on Wednesday, June 17, 6-8 p.m. Presentation at 6:30 p.m.

Do you live in Herring Cove? Drop in at Herring Cove Community Centre, 30 Latter Pond Lane on Wednesday, June 17, 6-8 p.m. to share what matters, what challenges you see and what you hope for the future of Herring Cove area. Details: engagehalifax.ca/suburban-plan

11:13 a.m. ADT, June 1: the municipality's Permitting, Planning, Licensing & Compliance (POSSE) Customer Portal is running now as normal. Thank you for your patience.

9:35 a.m. ADT, June 1: the municipality's Permitting, Planning, Licensing & Compliance (POSSE) Customer Portal is currently unavailable. We are working to fix this and will provide an update when available. Thank you for your patience.

The municipality's Permitting, Planning, Licensing & Compliance (POSSE) system, and associated e-payment functionality will be unavailable starting Friday, May 29 at 8 p.m. ADT and is expected to be available again by Monday, June 1 at 6 a.m. ADT. Thank you for understanding.

The municipality's Permitting, Planning, Licensing & Compliance (POSSE) system, and associated e-payment functionality will be unavailable starting Friday, May 29 at 8 p.m. ADT and is expected to be available again by Monday, June 1 at 6 a.m. ADT. Thank you for understanding.

Last reminder: the Missing Middle Housing survey closes May 31. Share your input to help shape what missing middle housing looks like in your community. Learn more and participate: engagehalifax.ca/centre-plan-2026-updates

Under the current Sackville Drive Land Use By-Law, food service vehicles are not permitted under any defined use. The proposed amendment would add food service vehicles to the Temporary Commercial Uses category. To learn more, visit buff.ly/KUBi6S3%E2%8... or contact kelly.greenland@halifax.ca

Reminder: the last Missing Middle Housing pop-up is May 13, 2–5 p.m. at Halifax Central Library. Missing middle housing refers to homes that fill the gap between single-unit homes and large apartment buildings, providing more housing options. Share input: engagehalifax.ca/centre-plan-2026-updates

The municipality's Permitting, Planning, Licensing & Compliance (POSSE) system and associated e-payment functionality will be unavailable starting Friday, May 8 at 8 p.m. ADT and is expected to be available again by Saturday, May 9 at 8 a.m. ADT. Thank you for your understanding.

The Cole Harbour Common Stormwater Management project will look at ways to improve drainage and reduce flooding around the soccer field, multiuse field & track area, while also looking at ways to make the space more accessible for everyone. Survey closes May 15: engagehalifax.ca/cole-harbour-common

The municipality is reviewing design requirements for new missing middle housing in low-rise residential areas of the Regional Centre. Share your feedback. It will inform recommendations to Regional Council in 2026. Learn more: engagehalifax.ca/centre-plan-2026-updates

Did you know the P&D Dashboard is updated daily? The dashboard provides daily data on housing, permits and development trends. It also links to the Permit Status Map for those who prefer a geographic view. Explore it here: halifax.ca/development-dashboard

Survey deadline extended to May 15! The Cole Harbour Common Stormwater Management project will look at ways to improve drainage and reduce flooding around the soccer field, multiuse field & track area. Take the survey today: engagehalifax.ca/cole-harbour-common

The Cole Harbour Common Stormwater Management project will look at ways to improve drainage and reduce flooding around the soccer field, multiuse field & track area, while also looking at ways to make the space more accessible for everyone. Take the survey today: engagehalifax.ca/cole-harbour-common

Have you ever travelled down Herring Cove Road in Spryfield and wished things were different? Collaborate with your neighbours and create a shared vision and guiding principles for the area on April 21 from 6-8 p.m. at Spryfield Legion. Learn more: engagehalifax.ca/suburban-plan

We’re asking for feedback on the future of the Cole Harbour Common to explore solutions to address frequent flooding. Join us at one of our two open houses at Cole Harbour Place tonight (4p.m. or 6:30p.m.) to learn more and share your ideas. Register today: engagehalifax.ca/cole-harbour-common

We’re asking for feedback on the future of the Cole Harbour Common to explore solutions to address frequent flooding. Join us at one of our two open houses at Cole Harbour Place on April 15 (4p.m. or 6:30p.m.) to learn more and share your ideas. Register today: engagehalifax.ca/cole-harbour-common

Join us for a visioning workshop for Sackville Drive tonight at Acadia Hall (650 Sackville Dr., Lower Sackville) from 6–8 p.m. Share your ideas on building and public space design and use, accessibility improvements and more. Register: engagehalifax.ca/suburban-plan

We’re asking for feedback on the future of the Cole Harbour Common to explore solutions to address frequent flooding. Join us at one of our two open houses at Cole Harbour Place on April 15 (4p.m. or 6:30p.m.) to learn more and share your ideas. Register today: engagehalifax.ca/cole-harbour-common

Join us for a visioning workshop for Main, Cow Bay and Shore roads in Eastern Passage tonight at Fisherman's Cove Heritage Centre (4 Government Wharf Rd) from 6–8 p.m. community members will collaborate to create a shared vision of their local main street. Register: engagehalifax.ca/suburban-plan

Join the municipality at the NSCC Akerley cafeteria (21 Woodlawn Rd) tonight from 6-8 p.m to collaborate with your neighbours and create a shared vision of the Main St. area. It’s free to attend and open to everyone. Registration is encouraged as space is limited. engagehalifax.ca/suburban-plan

Join us for a visioning workshop for Sackville Drive on April 9 at Acadia Hall (650 Sackville Dr., Lower Sackville) from 6–8 p.m. Share your ideas on building and public space design and use, accessibility improvements and more. Register: engagehalifax.ca/suburban-plan

Join us for a visioning workshop for Main, Cow Bay and Shore roads in Eastern Passage on April 8 at Fisherman's Cove Heritage Centre (4 Government Wharf Rd) from 6–8 p.m. community members will collaborate to create a shared vision of their local main street. Register: engagehalifax.ca/suburban-plan

Join the municipality at the NSCC Akerley cafeteria (21 Woodlawn Rd) on April 7 from 6-8 p.m to collaborate with your neighbours and create a shared vision of the Main St. area. It’s free to attend and open to everyone. Registration is encouraged as space is limited. engagehalifax.ca/suburban-plan

Join us for a visioning workshop for Main, Cow Bay and Shore roads in Eastern Passage on April 8 at Fisherman's Cove Heritage Centre from 6–8 p.m. Share your ideas on building and public space design and use, accessibility improvements and more. Register: engagehalifax.ca/suburban-plan