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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

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    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

    Information
    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

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    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

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    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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Funding for this initiative has been provided by the Province of Nova Scotia       NOVASCOTIA

The Municipal Funding Database is an inventory of application-based funding opportunities for municipal projects across our province. The database is divided into ten categories based on municipal services and includes application-based funding opportunities from federal, provincial, and non-government sources. The deadline for applications will be indicated next to each grant, with open opportunities listed at the top portion of the page. Opportunities such as webinars will be listed below each grant. Please check back regularly, as this database will continuously be updated with new information. While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information in our Funding Database, it is advisable to verify details directly with the grant distributor, as information may be subject to error and change.

Meet your Fund Navigator

Mark Ohanyan is the Fund Navigator. This role is intended to help municipalities discover and apply to application-based funding opportunities. Mark is prepared to work with municipalities to navigate the application process and create competitive, informed applications. Contact Mark to get started: fundnavigator@nsfm.ca

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