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Morning on Lochiel Lake
Dublin Shore Wharf
Woolen Mill, Barrington
The Funding Portal is Now Live!
The Funding Portal is Now Live!

Morning on Lochiel Lake

Coastal Planning Support Program

Dublin Shore Wharf

Coastal Planning Support Program
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Lunch & Learn Series - New Perspectives, Delivered Monthly

Woolen Mill, Barrington

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Latest Updates/News

  • Municipal Observer Winter 2025

    Municipal Observer Winter 2025

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    08 December 2025
    Explore the Winter 2025 Edition Dive into thoughtful analysis, community perspectives, and timely municipal updates. This issue brings forward the ideas and stories shaping local leadership across Nova Scotia.Read More

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  • The Funding Portal is Now Live!

    The Funding Portal is Now Live!

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    12 November 2025
    The Municipal Funding Database you've been using is now a full Funding Portal – and we launched it today at nsfunding.ca. The Funding Portal is Now Live! We rebuilt it from the ground up to make finding funding faster. The portal launches with 100+ p...

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  • Municipalities Invited to Apply for Coastal Planning Support Funding

    Municipalities Invited to Apply for Coastal Planning Support Funding

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    03 November 2025
    CPSP Press Release   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: November 3, 2025 Municipalities Invited to Apply for Coastal Planning Support Funding Halifax, NS — The Nova Scotia Federation of Municipalities (NSFM) is inviting municipalities to apply for support thro...

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Latest Funding Updates

  • New Programs: Innovative Communities Fund + Affordable360 Cohort

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    17 December 2025
    • Innovative Communities Fund: Federal non-repayable contributions for community-based projects across Atlantic Canada that build local economies, strengthen rural infrastructure, and help communities address economic challenges.
      • Deadline: Applications
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  • Now Open: EcoAction & Connect2 Grants

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    16 December 2025
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  • New Funding Opportunity + Webinar

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    12 December 2025
    • Digital Content Marketing Program: Provides Nova Scotia tourism businesses and organizations (including municipalities) the opportunity to partner with Tourism Nova Scotia to create high-quality photos and videos and develop digital marketing campai
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