🗞 Halifax's busiest week yet

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SHIPPING NEWS

Halifax’s busiest cruise ship week yet of 2023 is here

When the 2,390-passenger Norwegian Pearl departs Halifax Harbour on Sunday, Sept. 3—along with its 27 dining rooms, restaurants, cafes and bars and its onboard casino, theatre and rooftop basketball court—it will mark the end of the most crowded schedule of cruise ship arrivals in Halifax in 2023. At least, that is, until next week. Eleven cruise ships will berth at the Halifax Seaport between Aug. 28 and Sept. 3, bringing an estimated 21,600 visitors into the HRM. No other week this summer has come even close.

So begins the busiest time of year for the tour bus operators, market vendors and seaside restaurants that count on the ships’ annual arrival for their business. And it only gets busier: Next week, 12 cruise ships are set to arrive in Halifax. Then 15 the following week—including the 4,260-passenger Norwegian Escape.

Coast reporter Martin Bauman has more on what’s coming into port this week.

Need to know

⚠️ A special weather statement is in effect for today warning of the potential for heavy rainfall (40-60mm) in certain areas of the province.

🌀 The current forecast shows Hurricane Franklin bypassing Atlantic Canada, but significant rainfall is still expected.

🩺 The New Glasgow Legionnaire outbreak has been declared over.

💵 Low-income seniors can expect to receive a tax refund shortly thanks to Nova Scotia’s Guaranteed Income Supplement rebate program.

🍻 Join Garrison for Oktoberfest on the Halifax Waterfront for live music and a German-inspired food & beer menu! September 15-24 at The BG. Prost!*

🎨 Meet seven artists who will participate in this year's edition of NOISEMakers, a summer art workshop series for newcomers hosted by Nocturne, ISANS, and Wonder'neath.*

*Sponsored Post

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On The Coast

SPONSORED BY HALIFACT

The HalifACT community update is about climate action

The HalifACT community update is an overview of the projects that are happening in the municipality as part of our once-in-a-generation Climate Action Plan.

This issue provides an update on the work that the municipality and its partners are doing to mitigate and prepare for the impacts of climate change.

In other news

🏠 According to Rentals.ca the Halifax vacancy rate is currently at 1% and the average one-bedroom apartment in the city is going for $1800.

🧠 A new study by the University of New Mexico Health Sciences looks at the neurological impacts of wildfire smoke on humans including the potential for brain inflammation.

🐈 A Halifax woman recounts the moment she encountered a regular house cat fighting an illegal exotic cat in the city.

🎙️ CBC explores ways the HRM’s new short-term rental regulations could affect the ongoing housing crisis.

🦞 Unauthorized lobster fishing in southwestern Nova Scotia continues to be a growing problem. Global News has the story.

SUMMER

The Coast’s 2023 Summer Guide

Looking for one last adventure to wrap up summer 2023? Give The Coast’s Summer Guide a final browse and make the last unofficial weekend of summer a memorable one:

☀️ 10 awesome lakes accessible by public transit: Some of Halifax's best lakes are accessible by public transit. If you're looking for a quick nature getaway, here are the lakes just outside the city you can take the bus to.

☀️ A guide to wining and dining at Nova Scotia vineyards this summer: Nova Scotia is becoming one of Canada’s winery hotspots thanks to its climate of warm days and cool nights. So why not put the province's vineyards to the test and embark on your very own wine tour this summer?

☀️ Lunenburg is the ultimate book lover’s day trip: Whether you’re in the market for new or used books, there’s a little bit of everything—and then some—in the seaside town.

☀️ How to get out on the water in Halifax: All the ways you can explore Halifax Harbour and beyond this summer, from kayak to paddleboard to amphibious vehicle.

☀️ 5 waterfalls to go chasing in Halifax this summer: Living in Halifax, with the hustle and bustle of people and cars, it may be hard to believe that you’re just a short drive away from some beautiful views. Views that you might just fall in love with. What better summer than this one to chase some waterfalls in the city?

Check out the full Summer Guide at The Coast.

🤝 Now hiring

• Part-time server at Almonak.

• Program director and property management coordinator at Alice House.

• Gallery coordinator at Alderney Landing.

• Technical director and box office agent at Neptune Theatre.

• Junior sous chef at Obladee Wine Bar.

• Generalist programmer at Ubisoft.

• Multimedia designer at Feed Nova Scotia.

Hiring? Reply back and let us know!

Deals

🚲 The Pop-up Bike Hub will be set up at the Lakeside Community Centre today and tomorrow from 2-6pm offering free bike tune-ups and repairs.

🎸 It’s the last few days of Fender month! Long and McQuade Halifax is offering 12-month 0% financing on all-new Fender products over $1000.

Have a local special we should feature? Reply back and let us know!