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The official Bluesky account of the North End Business Association.

📍The North End of Halifax is rooted in DIY, multiculturalism, and community-minded living. A place where culture, diversity & creativity thrive.

Learn more at www.gonorthhalifax.ca
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North End Halifax @nebahfx.bsky.social · Mar 24
Hello! 👋 This is the official Bluesky account of the North End Business Association! Follow us to stay up-to-date on everything #NorthEndHalifax 😁
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NOVA SCOTIA —MEMORIES OF DAYS GONE BY

{Gary Merrick, Top Contributor}

The Empire Theatre on the northwest corner of Gottingen and North Street in Halifax in 1945. Northwood Manor is located here now.
November 16, 2025 at 11:54 PM
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The Undesirables: A History of Rockhead Prison is the revealing story of Rockhead, an imposing structure that was located on Gottingen (now Novalea) and Leeds Streets in Halifax. Nestled in with the industrial, working-class North End, for many residents, their backyards were adjacent to the prison.
November 16, 2025 at 1:15 PM
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This mug belonged to the Swetnams, who lived in North End Halifax. The 1917 Halifax Harbour Explosion took the lives of Lizzie Swetnam and her son, Carmen. Lizzie’s husband, William Swetnam, and their daughter, Dorothy, survived.

#Halifax #HalifaxExplosion #NovaScotia
Small light ceramic mug with a handle that is an angel the mug has the text. Remember me in blue letters.
November 17, 2025 at 2:08 PM
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Episode 6 of #PeoplePlaceAndTheOcean comes out tomorrow!
Enjoy this snippet from the interview with two sisters that carry on the family tradition of lobster fishing.

🎧 Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/5c9pzy4FuuxDod3NajdFLc?si=0092c12171844e7c

📸 credit: Julia Crocker, Lisa LeDrew
November 18, 2025 at 3:31 PM
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On Dec. 1, provincial regulations for Extended Producer Responsibility will come into effect across Nova Scotia. The municipality will continue to provide curbside recycling collection following the existing collection schedule. Learn more: www.halifax.ca/home/news/pr...
ID: Poster titled ‘Get ready, Nova Scotia.’ Background shows two blue recycling bags on a curb. Text announces that starting December 1, 2025, residents can recycle the same materials province-wide. Section labeled ‘Now accepted in your recycling bags’ lists: paper plates, deodorant and toothpaste tubes, frozen juice containers, coffee cups, and ice cream tubs, each with small icons. Another section labeled ‘Now accepted at participating drop-off locations’ lists: flexible plastics, foam packaging, and aerosol containers with images. Bottom includes QR code and link to circularmaterials.ca/NS for more information.
November 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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District 11 Councillor Patty Cuttell was elected today, Nov. 18, 2025, by her fellow councillors to serve for the next year as Deputy Mayor for the Halifax Regional Municipality. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/co...
ID: A photo of Deputy Mayor Patty Cuttell.
November 18, 2025 at 4:49 PM
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Do you recognize this street corner from 1970? 🤔

This old photo of Agricola Street consists of a fish & chips place at a street corner with a Volkswagen Bug parked out front and children standing outside with a baby buggy.
This old photo of Agricola Street consists of a fish & chips place at a street corner with a Volkswagen Bug parked out front and children standing outside with a baby buggy.
November 17, 2025 at 3:35 PM
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Upcoming engagement sessions at the Halifax North Memorial Public Library! 📚

For more information, visit their website at www.halifaxpubliclibraries.ca/YourNorthBranch
Poster with white background and blue text that reads: "Since 1966, Halifax North Memorial Public Library has been a North End community hub. It’s a place to meet neighbours, sit with a friend, look back, and dream forward. Halifax North Memorial Public Library is our oldest branch and is ready for a significant renovation to address building condition issues, introduce the highest levels of accessibility and sustainability features, and reimagine the space. Upcoming renovation engagement sessions: Your History, Our History: Memory Sharing drop-in, on Saturday, November 22 from 12-4pm. Help Shape the Future of Your North Branch, on Thursday, November 27, from 5-8pm."
November 14, 2025 at 3:46 PM
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Sunday in the north end, #Halifax, #NovaScotia, #photography
November 9, 2025 at 6:25 PM
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Street Closure: Cunard Street, between Robie and Clifton streets, Saturday, Nov. 15 from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/st...
November 12, 2025 at 7:11 PM
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⚠️AGRICOLA STREET HOLIDAY MARKET POSTPONED⚠️

Due to rain in the forecast, the Agricola Street Holiday Market has been postponed. 🌧 But don't worry! We'll be back next Sunday, November 23rd, from 12-5pm. Join us then for all the festive fun! 🎄✨️ See you there!
November 13, 2025 at 4:04 PM
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Halifax received it's first dusting of snowflakes today ❄️

This morning's light snow has us dreaming of chilly winter days, like the one pictured here! It's the ideal time to cozy up indoors at a cafe or restaurant and savour the frosty beauty 🌨☕️
A person standing outdoors bundled in winter clothing, facing the Luke's Small Goods storefront during a snowy winter day. The person is holding a tote bag that says "I Heart North End".
November 12, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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We're experiencing heavy rain today (Monday, Nov. 10) and into tomorrow morning. Use caution when travelling. If you can do so safely, please clear leaves and debris from storm drains or catch basins near your property to help prevent flooding. Learn more: www.halifax.ca/safety-secur...
Blue background with an icon of rain falling from a cloud and the words 'Storm preparedness'.
November 10, 2025 at 2:55 PM
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Tomorrow, November 11th, is Remembrance Day🇨🇦

Please be aware that many businesses will be closed or have adjusted hours in observance of the holiday.

The NEBA office will be closed.
November 10, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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Take a step back to 1991 with this delightful snapshot of Gottingen Street!✨️

The New York Dress shop, now a memory, stood proudly at the corner of Gottingen and Nora Bernard Street for many years!👗

Do you know what organization occupies this building today? Let us know in the comments!💬
Photograph taken in 1991 of a blue building on Gottingen Street. The building includes a sign that says "New York dress" and mannequins and dresses can been seen displayed in the windows.
November 5, 2025 at 2:41 PM
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Join the municipality's Poet Laureate, Anna Quon & former Youth Poet Laureate, Asiah Sparks for a writing workshop for Black Nova Scotians aged 16+. Nov 20 | 7-9 p.m. This evening of writing, reflection & healing through poetry will be hosted virtually by the Delmore “Buddy” Daye Learning Institute.
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Virtual mental health poetry workshop for Black Nova Scotians aged 16+! November 20, 2005 from 7 to 9 p.m. Free to register at forms.office.com/r/ZJWttLgsJj
a poster for a virtual poetry workshop for Black Nova Scotians, with two facilitator headshots of Anna Quon, a round faced half Chinese woman with curly dark hair and a red scarf, and Asiah Sparks, a young Black person with several braids , glasses, a black sweater and white shirt. Test includes the words "Are you a Black Nova Scotian aged 16+? Do you have a story, experience, or perspective on mental health, mental illness or addiction you'd like to express through poetry?"
November 3, 2025 at 1:41 PM
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Celebrate the season at the Agricola Street Holiday Market! 🎄 Discover unique gifts, enjoy festive treats, and soak up the holiday cheer!

📆 When: Sunday, November 16th, 12-5PM

📍Where: Agricola Street (Street closure from Charles to North Street!)

Don't miss out on this magical community event!✨️
November 3, 2025 at 3:46 PM
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Happy Halloween, North End Halifax! 🎃

There are lots of fun and spooky Halloween activities happening throughout the North End this evening!

👉 Check out our Halloween Events list here: www.gonorthhalifax.ca/single-post/...
Halloween Events in North End Halifax!
Explore thrilling Halloween events in North End Halifax! From craft workshops to spooky parties, find the perfect Halloween event for you!
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October 31, 2025 at 1:55 PM
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We've updated the North End Halifax Halloween Events list!! Go check it out! 🎃👻
nebahfx.bsky.social North End Halifax @nebahfx.bsky.social · Oct 7
Get ready for a frightfully fun time in North End Halifax this spooky season! 👻

From Halloween markets to spooky trivia nights, there's something for everyone. Don't miss out on the spooktacular events that will make your Halloween unforgettable! 🎃

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Halloween Events in North End Halifax!
Explore thrilling Halloween events in North End Halifax! From craft workshops to spooky parties, find the perfect Halloween event for you!
www.gonorthhalifax.ca
October 27, 2025 at 4:11 PM
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It's #SmallBusinessWeek 🙌

Let's shine a spotlight on the heart of Nova Scotia's economy - our incredible small businesses! Did you know that a whopping 98.1% of Nova Scotia businesses are small businesses with fewer than 100 employees?!

*Information retrieved from Canada.ca
Close-up of person working on a computer. The back of the computer is in-focus, showing various stickers that promote supporting local, small business in North End Halifax. A person wearing a yellow baseball cap can be seen in the background. White text at the top of the photo reads "Did you know... 98.1% of businesses in Nova Scotia are small businesses with less than 100 employees."
October 24, 2025 at 3:53 PM
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LOUD WOMEN Fest Halifax, Nova Scotia: Live review and photo gallery

Hidden in the basement of Propeller Arcade on Gottingen Street, Halifax found itself at the center of something electric. Normally a haven for pinball and craft beer, the arcade’s basement was transformed into a glowing venue…
LOUD WOMEN Fest Halifax, Nova Scotia: Live review and photo gallery
Hidden in the basement of Propeller Arcade on Gottingen Street, Halifax found itself at the center of something electric. Normally a haven for pinball and craft beer, the arcade’s basement was transformed into a glowing venue lined with LOUD WOMEN merch, lights bouncing off brick walls, and a crowd brimming with anticipation. By the time doors opened at 6:00 pm, the basement buzzed with the kind of energy only LOUD WOMEN can conjure, equal parts punk grit and celebratory warmth, a reminder that feminist music isn’t just resistance, it’s revelry. Halifax was more than ready to welcome LOUD WOMEN Fest to Canada for the very first time.
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October 22, 2025 at 4:20 PM
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It's #SmallBusinessWeek, and we're back with another small business fact! 📈

Did you know... small and medium-sized businesses contribute a whopping 48% to Canada's private sector GDP!🌟

*Information retrieved from bdc.ca
Smiling server presenting a tray of food in a cozy restaurant, with warm lighting and shelves in the background. White text in the bottom left-hand corner reads "Did you know... Small and medium sized businesses make up 48% of Canada's private sector GDP."
October 23, 2025 at 4:35 PM
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Did you know? Women are leading the charge in entrepreneurship, heading up a third of the nation's small & medium-sized businesses! Let's celebrate the women who are driving innovation and growth in our communities! #SmallBusinessWeek

*Information retrieved from bdc.ca
Two women standing together inside a small shopfront, smiling while holding a signboard that says "Buy what you believe in" and "Small Business, big heart". White text on the bottom right-hand corner reads "Did you know... Women lead or co-lead a third of the country's small and medium sized businesses."
October 22, 2025 at 3:12 PM
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It's #SmallBusinessWeek🎉

Did you know...There are over 1.1 million SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) in Canada?! That's a lot!

👉Looking to support your local small businesses? Find a full list of North End businesses here: www.gonorthhalifax.ca/discover

*Information retrieved from bdc.ca
Photo of local business owner at the register preparing a takeout order, warm interior lighting with shelves at the counter. White text at the top of the photo reads "Did you know... There are over a million small and medium sized businesses in Canada."
October 21, 2025 at 3:48 PM
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It’s Diwali in Canada and Monday, October 20, is the main celebration day of the festival so expect heavier traffic and more pedestrian activity near temples and community events.
An image of Diwali diyas and decor against a deep red background. The text reads "Public Safety, Safely celebrating Diwali."
October 20, 2025 at 4:33 PM