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We facilitate advocacy

We bring municipalities together and advance solutions to shared issues.

We facilitate collaboration

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

We facilitate education

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

Latest Updates/News

  • BCSF-CS Spotlight - Town of Oxford: Foundry Street Water Main

    BCSF-CS Spotlight - Town of Oxford: Foundry Street Water Main

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    30 June 2026
    Improving quality of life for residents and opening the door to housing The Town of Oxford found that one Build Communities Strong Fund (BCSF) Community stream supported infrastructure project could solve several challenges, including supporting hous...
  • Summer 2026 Municipal Observer Now Available

    Summer 2026 Municipal Observer Now Available

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    09 June 2026
    The Summer 2026 edition of the Municipal Observer has arrived. Featuring stories from across Nova Scotia's municipal sector, this issue highlights innovative initiatives, emerging trends, and the local leadership helping communities adapt, grow, and...
  • 2025 Annual Report Now Available

    2025 Annual Report Now Available

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    02 June 2026
    NSFM's 2025 Annual Report highlights a year of advocacy, collaboration, member engagement, and service delivery in support of Nova Scotia municipalities. The report showcases key achievements, strategic initiatives, and program updates from across the...

Latest Funding Updates

  • New to the Portal: OHPR Community Fund

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    03 July 2026

    The OHPR Community Fund supports community-led projects that recruit, welcome, and retain healthcare professionals in Nova Scotia. Funding is available for initiatives that improve recruitment efforts, reduce social and cultural barriers, and create

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  • New to the Portal: Biodiversity Restoration Initiative

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    25 June 2026

    Tree Canada’s Biodiversity Restoration Initiative is a national effort to help reverse biodiversity loss by planting native and climate-adapted trees and plants in ecologically significant areas. By working with Indigenous communities, landowners, fo

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  • New to the Portal: Event and Youth Initiative Grants

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    25 June 2026

    Canadian Race Relations Foundation Event and Youth Initiative Grants provide up to $10,000 in funding for community events and youth-led or youth-focused initiatives that promote anti-racism, cultural diversity, inclusion, intercultural dialogue, and

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Upcoming Events

03 Nov 2026;
12:00AM
2026 Fall Conference
03 Nov 2026;
12:00AM
2026 Fall Conference
03 Nov 2026;
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2026 Fall Conference
03 Nov 2026;
12:00AM
2026 Fall Conference