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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

  • Register Now - Meetings that Matter: Governance, Strategy & Public Trust

    Register Now - Meetings that Matter: Governance, Strategy & Public Trust

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    02 March 2026
    Register Now - Meetings that Matter: Governance, Strategy & Public Trust In-Person Workshop Designed for Elected Officials Workshop Details Date/Time: March 30, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.Location: Atlantic Ballroom, Westin Nova Scotian Hotel, HalifaxFee:...
  • Stormwater Management Strategy: Practitioners Session

    Stormwater Management Strategy: Practitioners Session

    Information
    23 February 2026
    Stormwater Management Strategy: Practitioners Session Municipal engineers, planners, and other staff are key players in facilitating stormwater management while balancing the many competing demands of infrastructure planning. Join leaders from West Ha...
  • 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

Latest Funding Updates

  • New to the Portal: Tourism Digital Assistance Program – Communities

    Information
    25 March 2026
    • Tourism Digital Assistance Program – Communities: Provincial program matching NS municipalities and tourism organizations with digital consultants for up to $15,000 in services to promote communities online.
      • Open to:
        • Municipalities
        • Non-profit Organi
    ...
  • Build Communities Strong Fund — Announced in Budget 2025

    Information
    05 March 2026
    • The federal government’s Budget 2025 announced the Build Communities Strong Fund, a $51 billion investment over 10 years to support local infrastructure across Canada, including roads, bridges, water and wastewater systems, transit, hospitals, and c
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  • New to the Portal: Build Canada Homes (BCH)

    Information
    05 March 2026
    • Build Canada Homes (BCH): Federal agency investing in affordable housing at scale through loans, grants, and partnerships with municipalities, non-profits, and Indigenous organizations. BCH is currently seeking shovel-ready projects that materially
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Conference Details at a Glance

The full program and registration will be available when the conference website launches in early September. In the meantime, here are some key dates to help with planning:

  • Tuesday, November 4: Optional site tour & pre-conference session (2:00–4:00 p.m.)*; Meet & Greet Reception (7:00 p.m.)
  • Wednesday, November 5: Conference officially opens at 8:30 a.m. - sessions all day - reception that evening
  • Thursday, November 6: Sessions all day - banquet that evening
  • Friday, November 7: Conference concludes at noon

*Additional fee applies for the site tour and pre-conference session.

Host Conference Hotel – The Westin Nova Scotian

A block of rooms is available at the Westin. Accommodations are in high demand, and the room block will fill quickly. The block will be held until October 3, 2025.

Rates: $179 – $189 ++ per night

Book your room online here
Or call 1-866-761-3513 and request the Nova Scotia Federation of Municipalities Conference rate.

Optional Hotels (Government Rates Offered – No Room Block)

Cambridge Suites Halifax

  • Single: $159 ++ | Double: $169 ++
  • Call 1-800-565-1263 and request the government rate.
  • A valid municipal government ID will be required at check-in.

Prince George Hotel

  • Single: $189 ++ | Double: $199 ++
  • Call 1-800-565-1567 and request the government rate.
  • A valid municipal government ID will be required at check-in.

Additional Options

If these hotels are full, there are many other accommodations available in Halifax.
Click here for an easy reference list of hotels.
(Please note: NSFM does not have room blocks at these hotels.)

Interested in sponsorship or exhibiting? Please contact:
Judy Webber, Director of Events and Member Development jwebber@nsfm.ca

Presenting Sponsor

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Upcoming Events

29 Apr 2026;
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2026 Spring Conference
29 Apr 2026;
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2026 Spring Conference
29 Apr 2026;
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2026 Spring Conference
03 Nov 2026;
12:00AM
2026 Fall Conference
03 Nov 2026;
12:00AM
2026 Fall Conference
03 Nov 2026;
12:00AM
2026 Fall Conference