Halifax Parks & Recreation

Explore the Adventure Earth Centre with Agustina as your guide! Get a quick look at the programs and spaces that help people of all ages connect with nature. To learn more about recreation programs, services and facilities across the municipality, visit: halifax.ca/myrec

an exclamation mark inside of a white circle is at the top with white text underneath that reads "Albro Lake Boardwalk closed". The Halifax logo and Parks and Recreation logo is at the bottom.

A well-traveled boardwalk at Albro Lake Park will undergo some necessary repairs beginning tomorrow until further notice. Details: www.halifax.ca/home/news/bo...

A person playing with their dog in the snow and the text 'Winter use of playing fields as off-leash dog parks has begun'.

Winter use of playing fields as off-leash dog parks has begun. For a list of approved off-leash areas throughout the municipality, visit: www.halifax.ca/parks-recrea...

A baseball glove holding a baseball and a baseball bat laying on a field.

A heads up that natural playing fields are now closed for the season. See you next year!

A row of washroom stalls with the text "Seasonal park washrooms closed".

Please note that municipal seasonal park washrooms have closed for the year. Have a question or concern about one of our facilities? Call 311 or email contactus@311.halifax.ca.

A ride on lawn mower with the text "Playing field maintenance".

Please note that playing field maintenance has ended for the season. Thanks to all staff and community partners who helped provide this service!

Naturalization Naturalization is an ecologically-based approach to landscape management that seeks to enhance biodiversity and ecological resilience in the urban landscape.

Oct. 29 | 5 p.m. to dark | 1 Sea King Drive, Dartmouth

Learn more about municipal naturalization and completed projects at halifax.ca/naturalization.

An illustrated local lake on a sunny day as the background with the following text: Halifax | Parks & Recreation (logo) Albro Lake nature walk and information session on Oct. 29 at 5 p.m. Have your say, join us and share your feedback. HalifACT logo centred at the bottom of the graphic.

Join municipal staff for a guided nature walk along Albro Lake and learn about a shoreline naturalization project proposed for 2026 that aims to restore the shoreline and revitalize the park. Oct. 29 | 5 p.m. to dark | 1 Sea King Drive, Dartmouth

Learn more at halifax.ca/naturalization.

Ready to explore one of our awesome community hubs? Join Peter from our Parks & Recreation team for a tour of the Horizon Recreation Centre located at 168 Redoubt Way in Eastern Passage. Learn more about recreation facilities across the municipality at: halifax.ca/myrec

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Love the outdoors & winter fun? We’re hiring! The municipality is looking for energetic, community-minded people to join our @hfxrec.bsky.social team @ the Emera Oval this winter. Opportunities include:

• Supervisor
• Duty Supervisor
• Skating Monitor

Learn more & apply at: halifax.ca/employment

Learn more about the project at: buildns.ca/projects/wil...

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From Build Nova Scotia: The Shaw Wilderness Park trail from the parking lot to the dam site is now open. The trail was closed temporarily to accommodate work to replace the Williams Lake Dam. This marks the end of work on site for this year. Work will resume in the spring to replace the dam.

DYK the municipality maintains over 300 playing fields across the region? That includes sports fields, ball diamonds and all-weather surfaces. In this video, Darcy from the Parks team shares what goes into keeping these spaces safe and ready for play.

Learn more: halifax.ca/sport-field-maintenance

The Middle Musquodoboit Park sign with playground in the background.

The accessible picnic table with playground in the background.

An accessible bench with playground in the background.

The water spray feature with playground in the background.

The brand new Middle Musquodoboit Park (12360 Highway 224) is now open! The playground has a spray feature, barrier-free pathways, an inclusive swing, and musical/sensory play elements. Accessible benches and a picnic table make it a space for everyone to enjoy!

Alt text: Promotional graphic for Halifax rec YouthWORX information sessions. Features a dark blue background with neon icons including a cupcake, drill, clipboard, open sign, fork and knife, hammer, beaker, and ice cream. The text reads 'HALIFAX rec YouthWORX Information sessions' with 'YouthWORX' in large white letters and a gradient effect from pink to blue on 'WORX'.

Get 24 weeks of paid work experience, training and skill building with the Youth WORX Program! Learn more by joining us for an upcoming info session:
- Sept. 24 | 6 p.m. | Zatzman Sportsplex
- Sept. 29 | 6 p.m. | Spry Centre
- Oct. 2 | 4 p.m. | Power House

Apply by Oct. 10 at halifax.ca/youthworx

Security fencing will be installed at the trail head at the parking lot for public safety while construction equipment and crews carry out upgrades to the trail which will support the construction equipment needed to replace the dam.

Learn more about the project at: buildns.ca/projects/wil...

A screenshot of the public service announcement from Build Nova Scotia.

From Build Nova Scotia: The Shaw Wilderness Park parking lot and the trail from the parking lot to the dam site will be temporarily closed beginning Monday, September 22, with an anticipated reopening Friday, October 17. The closure is to accommodate work to replace the Williams Lake Dam.

A saturated field with the text 'Reasons for playing field closures'.

Playing field closures can happen for many reasons such as inclement weather, soil saturation and unforeseen maintenance. Find daily updates at: www.halifax.ca/parks-recrea...

A purple background with an icon of a bucket splash pad feature, a red circle with an exclamation mark, and the text "Splash pad update".

The Cole Harbour Splash Pad (609 Colby Dr, Cole Harbour) and Shirley's Splash Pad (Dartmouth Commons) are now closed for the season due to the current mandatory water restrictions. All other splash pads in the municipality are scheduled to close for the season as usual on Sept 15. brnw.ch/21wVHM0

A photo of the new playground equipment that is bright yellow, blue, red and orange.

A new playground is open at William King Elementary School Park in Herring Cove – just in time for back to school! Inclusive design, fun for ages 2+ and play panels that spark curiosity in STEM/STEAM. Funded by the municipality w/ support from @nsgov Communities, Culture, Tourism & Heritage grant.

The municipality operates three youth centres & a number of youth rooms within municipal recreation centres. Today, we’re spotlighting The Den Youth Centre, located in Lower Sackville on the ground floor of the Acadia Centre (636 Sackville Dr). Thanks to Amy for the tour! Details: halifax.ca/TheDen

A dog running on grass and the text 'Off-leash dog areas'.

Wondering where your pup can run off-leash? Find details at: www.halifax.ca/parks-recrea...

Please note that dogs must be on-leash in municipal parks unless signage indicates otherwise.

Please note that updates in relation to the natural gas leak in the area of Albro Lake Road, Pinecrest Drive, Crystal Drive and across the lake as far as Lancaster Drive in Dartmouth will be shared on @hfxgov.bsky.social.

A no smoking sign with a park in the background and text that reads 'No smoking in municipal parks.'

A reminder that smoking is not permitted in municipal parks under the Parks By-law. With the extremely dry conditions and ongoing wildfire risk in our region, it’s more important than ever to follow this rule and help keep our community safe. Learn more at: www.halifax.ca/parks-recrea...

A 'No dumping' sign and the text 'Household litter doesn't belong in parks'.

In Nov 2021, Halifax Solid Waste began enforcement of new illegal dumping regulations. Staff enforce enhanced measures related to illegal dumping and litter, including in parks. Household litter does not belong in parks. Penalties range from $200-$10K. www.halifax.ca/home-propert...

A park bench and the text 'Request parks repairs'.

Notice a hazard in a municipal park or green space? Report hazards and request maintenance or repairs by calling 311 or emailing contactus@311.halifax.ca.

Navy background with a no campfires symbol and the text "No campfires in municipal parks".

While the municipal Open Air Burning By-law allows campfires in wooded areas, this does not apply to the region's parks. The Parks By-law clearly states that there are to be no campfires at any time. Learn more at:

A dog running on grass and the text 'Off-leash dog areas'.

Wondering where your pup can run off-leash? Find details at: www.halifax.ca/parks-recrea...

Please note that dogs must be on-leash in municipal parks unless signage indicates otherwise.

Alt text: Three youth enjoying a day at a local skatepark halfpipe. Text reads: Halifax Common Skatepark renewal: Public engagement.

We are inviting residents to provide feedback on the concept designs for the Halifax Common Skatepark renewal. Meet the design-build team and share your thoughts.

Drop-in engagement event:
Wednesday, July 30 from 5–7 p.m.
Halifax Common Pool, multi-purpose room (5816 Cogswell St.)