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The Nova Scotia Federation of Municipalities (NSFM) stands as the collective voice for municipalities in the province, a non-profit organization representing over 370 municipally elected officials and all 49 municipalities.https://nsfm.ca/
📣 The countdown is on! The 2025 NSFM Fall Conference is almost here.
Theme: Local Focus, Lasting Impact Register today! (https://loom.ly/Kp9frKo)
Bringing municipal leaders together to shape stronger communities across Nova Scotia.
#NSFM2025 #LocalFocusLastingImpact
We recognize Mental Health Awareness Week October 5 - 11, 2025
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #MentalHealthMatters #BreakTheStigma #MindYourHealth #SupportMentalHealth #YouAreNotAlone #EndTheStigma #MentalWellness #October2025 #SelfCareMatters #NSFM
Cybersecurity Awareness Month Tips
THINK BEFORE YOU CLICK
UPDATE YOUR SOFTWARE
USE STONG PASSWORDS
ENABLE MFA
#CyberAware #PhishingPrevention #StaySafeOnline #SecureYourTech #PasswordSafety #MultiFactorAuthentication #CyberSecurityTips #StayCyberSafe #ProtectYourData #NSFM
October is Disability Employment Awareness Month (DEAM) a time to recognize the contributions of people with disabilities in the workforce.
#DEAM2025 #InclusiveWorkplaces #CelebrateAbility #DisabilityInclusion #WorkforceDiversity #BreakingBarriers #RecognizeAbility #NSFM
We recognize Women's History Month October 2025 She Did, So Now I Can
#WomensHistoryMonth #SheDidSoNowICan #WomenInHistory #HerStoryMatters #CelebrateWomen #EmpoweredWomen #WomenWhoInspire #BreakingBarriers #HonoringHerLegacy #October2025 #NSFM
We recognize Treaty Day in Canada October 1, 2025
#TreatyDay #HonourTheTreaties #IndigenousRights #ReconciliationInAction #RespectTheTreaties #IndigenousHeritage #TreatyRecognition #CanadianHistory #IndigenousPeoplesDay #October1 #NSFM
We recognize Mi'kmaq History Month October 2025
#Mi'kmaqHistoryMonth #HonourMi'kmaq #IndigenousHistory #Mi'kmaqCulture #CelebrateMi'kmaq #IndigenousHeritage #Mi'kmaqPride #ReconciliationInAction #IndigenousAwareness #October2025 #NSFM
Public Safety Awareness 🚨
NSFM advocates for policies that protect our towns, cities & counties—building safer communities for all.
🔗 https://loom.ly/gYG058A
#PublicSafety #CommunitySafety #SaferCommunities #NSFM
Today is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and in recognition, our office will be closed on Tues, Sept. 30, 2025
#TruthAndReconciliation #EveryChildMatters #IndigenousRights #OrangeShirtDay #ReconciliationJourney #IndigenousHistory #NeverForget #NationalDayForTruthAndReconciliation
#NSFM
Did you know? 🏗️
NSFM is advocating for stronger municipal infrastructure & ensuring the Canada Community Building Fund supports diverse local needs.
🔗 https://loom.ly/gYG058A
#InfrastructureMatters #CommunityBuilding #NSFMAdvocacy #NSFM
Embrace Municipal Autonomy 🏛️
NSFM champions local decision-making & stronger municipal capacity to meet community needs.
🔗 https://loom.ly/gYG058A
#MunicipalAutonomy #LocalGovernance #EmpowerCommunities #NSFM
What’s Next: Policing & Emergency Management 🚓
Fair roles. Smart costs. NSFM is amplifying the municipal voice to ensure effective, affordable public safety.
#NextForNSFM #MunicipalBudgets #EmergencyManagement #CommunitySafety #NSFM
In recognition of Gender Equality Week
Sept. 21 - 27, 2025 here are:
WAYS TO ADVANCE GENDER EQUALITY
#GenderEqualityWeek #EqualityMatters #NSFM
Promoting Equity & Community Wellbeing 🌍
NSFM advocates for fairness, inclusivity & stronger voices in local gov to build a more equitable tomorrow.
https://loom.ly/gYG058A
#Equity #CommunityWellbeing #Inclusivity #Advocacy #NSFM
What’s Next: Energy Transition ⚡️
Powering communities, not just grids. NSFM is ensuring wind & resource projects deliver growth and real local benefits.
#NextForNSFM #EnergyTransition #WindPowerNS #LocalBenefit #NSFM
Raising Awareness on Climate Change!
From supporting Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations to championing eco-friendly initiatives through the #SCCF, #NSFM is committed to a greener future. https://loom.ly/gYG058A
#ClimateAwareness #Sustainability
What’s Next: Coastal Protection & Flood Adaptation 🌊
Planning today to protect tomorrow. NSFM is helping municipalities safeguard coastlines, communities, and budgets from rising seas & costly storms.
#NextForNSFM #CoastalProtection #FloodAdaptation #ClimateResilience #NSFM
📖 The Atlantic Municipal Magazine Fall/Winter 2025 Edition is here!
Fresh insights, inspiring local stories & key updates for municipalities across #Atlantic Canada.
🔗 Read here: https://loom.ly/PIECPwM
#AtlanticMunicipalMagazine #MunicipalLeadership #CommunityVoices #NSFM
🌟 #FollowUsFriday 🌟
Stay connected with NSFM for updates, advocacy news & municipal stories from across Nova Scotia!
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Hit follow & join the conversation!
#NSMunicipalities #NSFM
Happy Labour Day!
In recognition, our office will be closed on Monday, Sept. 1, 2025
nsfm.ca
#NovaScotiaFederationOfMunicipalities #NovaScotiaMunicipalities #NovaScotia #LocalGov #NSFM
🌟 #FollowUsFriday 🌟
Stay connected with NSFM for updates, advocacy news & municipal stories from across Nova Scotia!
📣 Bluesky: @nsfmns
📣 LinkedIn/Facebook/Instagram: @nsfedmuni
Hit follow & join the conversation!
#NSMunicipalities #NSFM
Celebrating National Acadian Day in honour of Acadian culture.
#NationalAcadianDay #AcadianHeritage #AcadianPride #AcadianCulture #CelebrateAcadians #AcadianHistory #Acadie #ProudToBeAcadian #AcadianFestival #AcadianTraditions #AcadianRoots #AcadianSpirit #AcadianCommunity #NSFM
Employment Opportunity
Please see below for the following job opportunity for the Nova Scotia Federation of Municipalities (Sustainable Communities Challenge Fund):
Position: Grant Coordinator
Posting Detail: https://loom.ly/7Zn1H-I
Employment Opportunity
Please see below for the following job opportunity for the Nova Scotia Federation of Municipalities:
Position: Flood Adaptation Facilitator
Posting Detail: https://loom.ly/1wbfaxE
#NSFM #Employment #JobOpportunity #Hiring #FloodAdaptationFacilitator
Happy Natal Day!
#NatalDay #Halifax #HalifaxNovaScotia #NSFM
Emancipation Day marks the actual day in 1834 that the Slavery Abolition Act of 1833 came into effect across the British Empire
#EmancipationDay #FreedomDay #CelebrateFreedom #EndSlavery #BreakingChains #LegacyOfFreedom #FreedomAndJustice #NSFM
🆕 New: Regional Emergency Readiness Grant
Supports REMOs with planning, staffing & regional collaboration.
🗓 Apply by Aug 1 for early consideration
📧 Contact: Andrew.Mitton@novascotia.ca | Jodene.Dunleavy@novascotia.ca
#EmergencyPlanning #NSMunicipalities #NSFM
World Day Against Trafficking in Persons is an annual event globally observed on July 30th.
#EndHumanTrafficking #NSFM
🚨 Emergency Services Provider Fund: Apply by July 30!
💰 Funding now up to $4M
📅 Apply every 2 years
🛠 Covers 90% of costs
Spring Call: $30K | Fall Call: $200K
📧 espf@novascotia.ca
#EmergencyPreparedness #NSMunicipalities #NSFM
Employment Opportunity
Please see below for the following job opportunity for the Nova Scotia Federation of Municipalities (Sustainable Communities Challenge Fund):
Position: Grant Coordinator
Posting Detail: https://loom.ly/7Zn1H-I
