| Date & Time of Update: | Dec. 21 | 4 p.m. |
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| Date & Time of Update: | Dec. 21 | 4 p.m. |
| Service update: | Priority routes are clear and passable. Detail work is ongoing on both streets and sidewalks. A reminder the winter parking ban is in effect overnight from 1 a.m. until 6 a.m. |
| Weather Event END TIME: | Dec. 21 | 3:30 p.m. |
| Status: | The overnight winter parking ban WILL BE ENFORCED in Zone 1 - Central and Zone 2 - Non-Central. |
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| Status: | The overnight winter parking ban WILL BE ENFORCED in Zone 1 - Central and Zone 2 - Non-Central. |
| Notifications: | CLICK HERE to register for Overnight Winter Parking Ban notifications |
| Date & Time of Update: | Dec. 21 | 4 p.m. |
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| Date & Time of Update: | Dec. 21 | 4 p.m. |
- Halifax Transit
For the latest updates on Halifax Transit service, follow @hfxtransit on X and visit our website.
- Parks & Recreation
For the most up-to-date information, follow @hfxrec on X or call your local recreation centre.
- Solid Waste
For the most up-to-date information, visit our website or download the Halifax Recycles app.
- Support for those experiencing homelessness
The Province of Nova Scotia funds the operation of emergency shelters in the municipality, which are run by various service providers:
- Halifax | 2029 North Park Street
- Dartmouth | 197-199 Windmill Road
- Lower Sackville (Beacon House Shelter) | 125 Metropolitan Avenue
- Multi-Purpose Centre of the Halifax Forum | 6210 Young Street
The municipality has provided space for the province to open an additional emergency shelter at the East Dartmouth Boys and Girls Club, 50 Caledonia Road. This shelter opened on Friday, Dec. 20 at 5 p.m. and is available until Saturday, Dec. 21 at 4 p.m.
The Halifax Ground Search and Rescue (GSAR) team will be conducting wellness checks over the weekend to assess the safety of anyone who chooses not to leave an outdoor sheltering location. GSAR is also offering transportation for those sleeping rough to emergency shelters during this weather event.
- Halifax Public Libraries
For the latest information on the status of all Halifax Public Library locations and services, please visit their website.
| Priority level | When clearing should be completed |
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| Priority level | When clearing should be completed |
| CLICK HERE to find your street priority level | |
| Street Priority 1 and local bikeways | 3:30 a.m., Dec. 22 | 12 hours from end of declared weather event |
| Street Priority 2 and local bikeways | 3:30 p.m., Dec. 22 | 24 hours from end of declared weather event |
| Sidewalk & Protected Bike Lane Priority 1 | 3:30 a.m., Dec. 22 | 12 hours from end of declared weather event |
| Sidewalk & Protected Bike Lane Priority 2 | 9:30 a.m., Dec. 23 | 18 hours from end of declared weather event |
| Sidewalk & Protected Bike Lane Priority 3 | 3:30 a.m., Dec. 23 | 36 hours from end of declared weather event |
| Bus Stops & Intersections | 3:30 p.m., Dec. 22 | 24 hours from end of declared weather event |
| Event Type and Accumulation | Update Times |
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| Event Type and Accumulation | Update Times |
| Minor (0-5 cm) & Average (5-15 cm) | 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. |
| Major (15+ cm) | 7 a.m., 1 p.m., 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. |
Parking ban zones
The municipality has two zones for the overnight parking ban: Zone 1 – Central and Zone 2 – Non-Central.
Zone 1 – Central is the Halifax Peninsula and downtown Dartmouth within Highway 111 (the Circumferential Highway) and some surrounding areas.
Zone 2 – Non-Central is a designated area outside of Zone 1 – Central.
You can find your zone by searching your address using our interactive map here .
Who do I contact about snow clearing?
Before contacting us about snow clearing, please ensure the service timelines for your area have expired. You can find detailed information about snow clearing service timelines on the interactive map above or in the "when should clearing be complete?" section above.
If your street is cleared by the municipality, you can email us or call 311.
If your street is cleared by the province, you can contact Nova Scotia Public Works (NSPW) or call 511.
Not sure if your street is cleared by the municipality or province? Search your address on our interactive map.
If you see a vehicle impacting snow clearing during regular business hours, please call 311. If you see a vehicle ignoring the overnight winter parking ban, please only call the after-hours line if it is an emergency (example: a vehicle is blocking a driveway or sidewalk).
Please note: In snowfalls greater than 30 centimeters or in blizzard conditions, more time may be needed to complete clearing. The same exception may apply when there are rapidly changing weather conditions. Crews will continue working until all streets and sidewalks are clear and safe.