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We bring municipalities together and advance solutions to shared issues.

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We connect municipalities with each other, with other organizations, other levels of government, and other provincial associations.

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We share best practices, explore creative solutions, and highlight new opportunities.

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

  • Now Open: Capital Project — Retrofit of Existing Municipal Buildings

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    09 February 2026
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  • New to the Portal: RBC Barrier Buster Grants Program

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    05 February 2026
    • RBC Barrier Buster Grants Program: Grants up to $40,000 for permanent accessibility infrastructure improvements. For municipalities, charities, qualified donees, and incorporated non-profits. 40 grants available.
      • Application deadline: March 15, 2026
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  • New to the Portal: Festival and Community Event Development

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    02 February 2026
    • Festival and Community Event Development program has been added to the Portal and is now open. Provincial funding up to $10,000 to help sustain, grow, or improve unique community festivals and events across Nova Scotia (for a specific project or comp
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