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Disclaimer: The documents and links provided by the West Hants Regional Municipality with respect to flood mapping are intended as a resource to support residents, businesses, and first responders within the Municipality. This information is intended for general informational purposes only. While efforts are made to make the information current and accurate, the information, by its nature, is subject to change and will vary with specific weather events. Any conclusions drawn or decisions made, based on an interpretation of the data, are the responsibility of the user. Users with site specific questions or concerns are encouraged to consult with a competent professional.

The West Hants Regional Municipality does not have any liability for any loss or damage of any kind incurred as a result of the use of the information in the mapping provided on this site. By continuing to access the information presented at this site you agree to the terms of this disclaimer.

 

We recognize the valued contributions provided through the volunteer efforts of community organizations and agencies on behalf of its citizens and Council is committed to assisting organizations which provide beneficial programs, services or projects to our communities.

There are several grants and contribution programs, each with their own guidelines and criteria, that are overseen by our  default Grants and Contributions RCOFN-012.00 (2).pdf (11.11 MB) . Details of each program can be found below.

Please note that Grants and Contributions requests are accepted ONLINE ONLY. Please ensure that you have reviewed the criteria before starting your application as you DO NOT have the ability to resume completing after exiting a form. 

A complete list of Grants & Contributions approved by Council 2024   pdf 2024 Approved Grants and Contributions .pdf (132 KB)

The grant process is now closed!

"Youth Travel Assistance Program Application 2024"

"Sponsorship Advertising/Donation of Prizes Application 2024"

default Change of Grant Request.pdf (112 KB)

pdf Youth Travel Assistance Information (139 KB)

pdf Trail Funding Guidelines (153 KB)

pdf Community Trails Program (145 KB)

211 is a FREE confidential service used to connect individuals to programs and services (job-seeking skills; in need of food; looking for shelter/housing; or, new to the province/country and looking for language or employment training, etc). IF IN DOUBT CALL, TEXT, OR EMAIL 211

Drop In Warming Centre

Hants Community Centre located at 78 Thomas Street, Windsor – Organized and staffed by volunteers through Caremongers Windsor-West Hants. Check out their Facebook page for operational hours, as they vary https://www.facebook.com/groups/877327976026347

 

Shelters

Harvest House - 211 King Street, Windsor (902) -790-4560 (offers limited shelter for individuals during evenings and overnight).

Open Arms Resource Centre - 32 Cornwallis St, Kentvllle (902) 365-3665 https://openarms.ca/

Inn From the Cold is an emergency shelter in the Annapolis Valley run by Open Arms - Call or Text 782-232-7400 or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Portal Youth Outreach Association - Kentville Library (440 Main Street, Kentville) ) 902-365-3773 or Toll-free: 1-855-261-3773, email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Salvation Army Men's Shelter - 2044 Gottingen St, Halifax (902) 422-2363

Metro Army Men's Shelter - 2044 Gottingen St, Halifax (902) 422-2363

Food Supports

 

Other Resources

Peer Outreach Support Services and Education POSSE - facilitates non-judgmental Harm Reduction and Human Rights training for youth and young adults ages 15-35 to provide peer support, crisis intervention, harm reduction street-level outreach, services and education while fostering communities of care. (902) 799-0752

Family Resource Centre - 61 Morison Drive Windsor, NS B0N 2T0 Tel: (902) 798-5961.

Schoolsplus - located at the Windsor Elementary School (902) 792-6765

Caremongers Winsor-West Hants - https://www.facebook.com/groups/877327976026347

Nova Scotia Works -  (902) 798-5627

 

Members of the Emergency Management Office (EMO) take courses, update training, participate in and/or host emergency exercises, and frequently collaborate & network with colleagues.  All of this ensures there is experience, education, awareness, and preparedness.

Typically this is done behind the scenes; however, residents have recently started to ask about it.  And of course, all of this was done long before now, but moving forward, we can keep you in-the-know!

Here is a list of our engagements starting October 2023.

  • Emergency Coordination Centre Course (certified training) - October 2023
  • Advanced Weather Interpretation Course (certified training) - October 2023
  • RCMP Mobile Command Post Field Test (hands-on overview experience) - October 2023
  • Nova Scotia EMO - Emergency Management Preparedness Workshop - November 2023
  • Incident Command System (ICS-400) Advanced Training Course (certified training) - November 2023
  • Region 3 EMO Meeting (hosted) - November 2023
  • EMO Planning Committee Meeting - November 2023
  • Incident Command System (ICS-200) Course (certified training) (hosted) - November 2023
  • Nova Bravo - Attended meetings witn NSEMO to coordinate particpation in province-wide EMO Exercise Nova Bravo - February 2024.
  • Region 3 EMO Meeitng (Yarmouth) - February 2024

"Registration for Fall Programs opens on August 28, 2024 at 6:00pm"

We are delighted to have partnered with King’s- Edgehill School to rent their pool time to offer Public Swimming, Group Swimming Lessons and Aquafit!

Public Swims at King’s Edgehill – Fall 2024 

West Hants is hosting Drop-in Public swims at KES on Saturdays.

Dates: October 5 to November 30 (No Swim October 12)

Time: 2:00-3:00pm

Cost: $4.50 per person or $15 per family. We can accept DEBIT only.

NOTE: Only the first 60 people will be admitted due to capacity limits.

  pdf KES Public Swim Pool Rules 2024-2025 (1).pdf (182 KB)

 

 

Fall 2024 Swimming Lesson Information:

Session Dates: Every Saturday, October 5 to November 30

  • No class on October 12 (Thanksgiving)

Program Cost: $135.00

Location: King's-Edgehill School in The Ted Canavan Athletic Centre, 63 Kings Edgehill Lane

Lesson Schedule:

 FallSwimLessons

If you require any assistance with determining your child’s swimming lesson level, please reach out prior to registration night. 902-798-8391 ext. 214 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

Conversion Chart  Preschool Program  Swimmer Program

 

Aquafitness Program - Fall 2024

Morning Aquafit:

  • Every Tuesday and Thursday, October 1 to November 26
  • No Aquafit on October 31
  • Time: 10:00-10:50am
  • Program Cost: $143.75 (HST included) That’s only $8.98 per class!

 

Evening Program:

  • Every Tuesday and Thursday, October 1 to November 26
  • No Aquatif on October 31
  • Time: 7:00-7:50pm
  • Program Cost: $143.75 (HST included) That’s only $8.98 per class!

 

 

Registration link 

 

 

Here you will find some documents to help you understand what to do in various situations/emergencies.  

In addition to the below documents, there are also a number of online resources (other websites).  Visit our EMO Online Resources page at https://westhants.ca/online-resources-emo.html .