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downtowndartmouth.bsky.social @downtowndartmouth.bsky.social · 13d

Halifax Regional Municipality is hosting a public information session about Downtown Dartmouth as a Heritage Conservation District on Oct 2 @alderneylanding.bsky.social Farmers Market from 4-7pm

Learn more and find a survey for feedback through the link in @hfxgov.bsky.social bio

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downtowndartmouth.bsky.social @downtowndartmouth.bsky.social · Sep 4

The 10th annual Halifax Colour Festival is THIS SATURDAY, September 6 at Alderney Landing from 11am-3pm!

The event is filled with joy, music, dance and lots of colour! There are still tickets available to join in on the fun. Check out the details: www.eventbrite.ca/e/halifax-co...

downtowndartmouth.bsky.social @downtowndartmouth.bsky.social · Jun 2

June is International Pride Month! In Downtown Dartmouth, we are proud to be a part of a business community that champion love, diversity and equality.

At the DBDC, we’re committed to fostering a safe, welcoming space for everyone.

Here’s to celebrating Pride this month and every month.

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downtowndartmouth.bsky.social @downtowndartmouth.bsky.social · May 7

The workshop is open to all! The event is accessible, with ASL interpretation available.

Learn more and RSVP through the link www.shapeyourcityhalifax.ca/dartmouth-wa...

#Punamukwatijk #DowntownDartmouth

Downtown Dartmouth Waterfront Revitalization Project

Latest Project Updates The Downtown Dartmouth Waterfront Revitalization Project is underway. Fathom Studio, O2 Planning and Design, CBCL Limited, and Cultural Resource Management Group were hired in F...

www.shapeyourcityhalifax.ca

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downtowndartmouth.bsky.social @downtowndartmouth.bsky.social · May 7

This interactive workshop will feature facilitated discussions and brainstorming activities in small groups. This is your chance to share ideas and help create an active, connected waterfront for everyone!

Downtown Dartmouth Waterfront Revitalization Project

Latest Project Updates The Downtown Dartmouth Waterfront Revitalization Project is underway. Fathom Studio, O2 Planning and Design, CBCL Limited, and Cultural Resource Management Group were hired in F...

www.shapeyourcityhalifax.ca

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downtowndartmouth.bsky.social @downtowndartmouth.bsky.social · May 7

🌊📣DOWNTOWN DARTMOUTH WATERFRONT REVITALIZATION PLAN📣🌊

You’re invited to attend the Downtown Dartmouth Waterfront Revitalization Community Workshop on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at the Alderney Landing Theatre.

There are two sessions scheduled 2:30-4:30pm and 6:30-8:30pm.

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downtowndartmouth.bsky.social @downtowndartmouth.bsky.social · May 6

Open City is this Saturday! On May 10, celebrate the entrepreneurs & small businesses across Downtown Dartmouth, @downtownhalifax, @nebahfx, @quinpool_road, & @springgardenarea that make our neighbourhoods so vibrant and special.

Don’t miss out on this day of fun, and unofficial kick off to summer.

downtowndartmouth.bsky.social @downtowndartmouth.bsky.social · May 2

Today at Margaret’s House, Bela - our Street Navigator - handed out slices of pizza to members of the community alongside DDBC & POSSE staff.

A big shout out to Bela for organizing, Margaret’s House for hosting, and Hungry Hut for preparing this special lunch order💙💛🍕

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downtowndartmouth.bsky.social @downtowndartmouth.bsky.social · May 1

There is lots going this month and throughout the Spring. Take a moment to caught up on all things Downtown Dartmouth!

Read the full newsletter through the link mailchi.mp/fc054c17e024...

#Punamukwatijk #DowntownDartmouth

downtowndartmouth.bsky.social @downtowndartmouth.bsky.social · Apr 23

After a temporary closure for some renovation work, the Alderney Gate Public Library is reopen and brighter than ever!

With new bookshelves, desks, seating, and more, the library is a more comfortable and brighter space for you to enjoy.

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downtowndartmouth.bsky.social @downtowndartmouth.bsky.social · Apr 22

Luke has picked up thousands of pieces of litter since joining the DDBC team in the fall. We are so grateful to have Luke on our team working to make the earth a cleaner and safer place everyday.

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downtowndartmouth.bsky.social @downtowndartmouth.bsky.social · Apr 22

Today is Earth Day and a great reminder to be mindful of your actions and the impact they have on the environment.

We want to give a shoutout to Luke today. He is our Community Wellnification Steward, and works everyday to make the earth (particularly downtown Dartmouth) a cleaner place.

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downtowndartmouth.bsky.social @downtowndartmouth.bsky.social · Apr 17

We’re hosting an April Members Maker Wednesday April 23rd at 4pm at Lake City Cider.

Join us to network with colleagues and representatives from the Halifax Tides FC!

Please RSVP to [email protected] if you plan to attend.

Thank you to our friends at @lakecitycider for hosting.

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downtowndartmouth.bsky.social @downtowndartmouth.bsky.social · Apr 1

Our April Newsletter is here and there is lots coming up to look forward to.

Burger Bash, Open City, the Downtown Dartmouth Spring Food Crawl and lots more.

Read the full newsletter through the link mailchi.mp/b2f3e3a0c871...

#Punamukwatijk #DowntownDartmouth

downtowndartmouth.bsky.social @downtowndartmouth.bsky.social · Mar 26

Our Community Cares post goes out to our friends at Vandal Doughnuts who have closed their Portland St location as of yesterday.

We want to thank them for filling the community with sweet treats that past couple of years & send a big congratulations on the opening of their Cunard Centre location.

downtowndartmouth.bsky.social @downtowndartmouth.bsky.social · Mar 25

We are seeking a motivated Marketing and Communications Assistant to join our team from May 26, 2025 - August 29, 2025.

The full job description can be found through the link www.downtowndartmouth.ca/careers

We look forward to hearing from you!

downtowndartmouth.bsky.social @downtowndartmouth.bsky.social · Mar 24

Burger Bash is just over a week away! From April 3-12, enjoy mouth watering burgers while supporting Feed NS.

10 Downtown Dartmouth restaurants are participating in this year’s 10 day fundraiser:

Find the full details on the burgers through the link burgerbash.ca

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downtowndartmouth.bsky.social @downtowndartmouth.bsky.social · Mar 20

It is officially the first day of Spring! In a few short weeks we will see colours popping up all around the community and patios opening for the season.

Pictured here is the Daffodil Garden for Cancer Survivors, which will soon come into bloom with thousands of daffodils lining the waterfront.

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downtowndartmouth.bsky.social @downtowndartmouth.bsky.social · Mar 18

The Curio Collective Spring Vintage Show is coming to downtown Dartmouth! On Saturday, March 29 and Sunday, March 30 from 10-5 pm you will find the city’s biggest exclusively Vintage and Antiques Show set up at The Shuffle (31 Queen Street).

downtowndartmouth.bsky.social @downtowndartmouth.bsky.social · Mar 11

Head to the link for more information and to sign up as a walk lead by April 18. The first few walks have been posted - take a look for some inspiration!

www.janeswalkhalifax.com

Jane's Walk Halifax

www.janeswalkhalifax.com

downtowndartmouth.bsky.social @downtowndartmouth.bsky.social · Mar 11

You can sign up as a Jane’s Walk Lead to share with others about what you believe makes your neighbourhood a special place to live.

Anyone can host a walk and make the conversation about anything. The walk can be about music, art, nature, diversity, history - whatever is meaningful to you!

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downtowndartmouth.bsky.social @downtowndartmouth.bsky.social · Mar 11

Jane’s Walk is an annual festival of free, community-led walking conversations inspired by Jane Jacob’s. It takes place in hundreds of cities around the world during the first weekend in May (May 3rd-4th, 2025).

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downtowndartmouth.bsky.social @downtowndartmouth.bsky.social · Mar 5

The way it works is you make a purchase at a participating business, keep your virtual/physical receipt to show as proof to the next business you shop at, and receive their discount! It’s a great day of local love.

Downtown Dartmouth, all together local.

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downtowndartmouth.bsky.social @downtowndartmouth.bsky.social · Mar 5

To encourage you to spend your money locally, a number of downtown businesses are offering deals, specials or promotions as an incentive to shop at other participating businesses.

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downtowndartmouth.bsky.social @downtowndartmouth.bsky.social · Mar 5

This Saturday, March 8 is a great day to get downtown and show businesses your support. It marks both International Women’s Day and We Love Downtown Dartmouth Day.

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