District 9 has a population of approximately 26,500 people and is made up of a mix of urban and suburban dwellers in the communities of Armdale, Ardmore, Armview, Bayers and Westwood, Chocoloate Lake, Flinn Park, Springvale and Fairmount, Kline Heights, Melville Cove, Quinpool, and Westmount.
District 9 offers many outdoor recreational opportunities for residents and visitors. It includes a large portion of the Chain of Lakes Trail System, the newest, paved converted rail trail. It is a very popular route for cyclists, rollerbladers, cross-country skiers, and all forms of active transportation.
Chocolate Lake Beach is a true urban gem and features a small, sandy beach and swimming lake that is very popular with locals in the summer months. The area surrounding the Lake includes the Chocolate Lake Recreation Centre which features free equipment rentals, a gymnasium, public meeting space, outdoor tennis courts and a playground. St. Andrew’s Community Centre is another recreational facility in the region.
The Old Ashburn Golf Course, among the most historic golf courses in Canada, is also located within the district.
Located just minutes from downtown Halifax, District 9 provides residents with access to many shops and services including the Halifax Shopping Centre.