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Here’s what an environmental report says about the DND’s Hartlen Point plans
And the burgers of downtown Dartmouth
Alyssa Goulart
March 31, 2023
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Thank you for being a part of this community.
— Alyssa Goulart, Newsletter Editor
ENVIRONMENT
Here’s what an environmental report says about the DND’s Hartlen Point plans
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For months, Canada’s Department of National Defence has promised Haligonians it would share the results of four third-party environmental studies of a controversial Canadian naval testing facility soon to be built at the edge of Eastern Passage. Last week, for the first time, the DND made those full-length reports public on its Trident newspaper website.
The four reports—prepared, the DND says, by “unbiased experts”—cover soil and wetland studies, traffic impacts and the likely effects of the proposed $129-million military development on the area’s birds and bats, for which the rocky DND-owned coastline is famed. Combined, the reports make for 521 pages worth of notes on the much-discussed Canadian Surface Combatant testing site. The findings are also summarized in a 96-page Environmental Effects Determination, authored by Dartmouth-based design and consultancy firm Stantec.
We’ve broken the report down with the main takeaways on Hartlen Point’s future—and what details might be gleaned from the finer print.
Need to know
☀️ Today's weather: Cloudy with a 30% chance of flurries in the morning. A high of 4C (-14C with windchill in the morning) and a low of -4C.
🌉 The Macdonald Bridge closure planned for this weekend has been cancelled–the bridge will remain open.
🚧 Due to Halifax Water work, lane reductions will be in effect on Chebucto Road near Clinton Avenue from 10am on Apr. 1 until noon on Apr. 2. Sidewalks in the area will also be closed.
📑 The Mass Casualty Commission has released its final report into the tragic 2020 Portapique shooting. A 3,000-page report was presented highlighting the issues with how the situation was handled by police officials and what needs to be changed within multiple provincial systems moving forward. You can read the provincial statement on the report here.
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH GARRISON BREWING
Thats a shipload of hops
Time is running out! This year during Halifax Burger Bash you could win Beer for a Year from Garrison Brewing.
Get out to at least 3 Halifax Burger Bash locations and have your server stamp on their restaurant’s description. Once you gain 3 or more stamps, drop your passport in a Halifax Burger Bash ballot box at any of the participating restaurants. On now through Apr. 1.
In other news
🥪 The one thing holding Nova Scotia back from implementing universal free lunch programs in schools? The federal government. CBC has the story.
🌀 Fiona and Ian have officially been retired from the rotating list used to name Atlantic hurricanes. The World Meteorological Organization has chosen to do this due to the level of destruction caused by both storms.
💊 The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia is investigating after reports of a Nova Scotian doctor prescribing Ozempic to thousands of Americans through Vancouver pharmacies surfaced.
🍎 Struggling to deal with rising food costs and still eat healthily? The North End Community Health Centre is sharing some tips on how to save money.
🧑🍳 Stone Hearth Bakery in west end Halifax has started a program aimed at training individuals with “physical, social or mental barriers” and preparing them for a career in a full-service bakery.
📚 Jeopardy! champion Mattea Roach has been crowned the winner of Canada Reads 2023.
🌊 Lunenburg has been named one of the most beautiful coast towns by Travel & Leisure. Find out what other towns made the list.
🧑🚒 A fire broke out at a three-storey building in Digby earlier this week. The structure suffered intense damage and was demolished by authorities, leaving 11 people displaced.
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH NEPTUNE THEATRE
Last chance to see Ballad of the Motherland
Loosely inspired by real events that took place in Ukraine in 2014, this gripping story follows Canadian blogger, Kate, who unwittingly finds herself in the militarized zone of Donbas. Kate is kidnapped and held captive by Volodya, a pro-Russian separatist. How does Kate survive and keep her humanity intact?
Show closes Sunday, Apr. 2. Get tickets now!
NEIGHBOURHOOD SPOTLIGHT
The burgers of downtown Dartmouth
What’s up in downtown Dartmouth? Burgers! Downtown Dartmouth is a burger hotspot. There are 16 incredible burgers to bite in the area. Try a salmon burger from Evans Seafood, or the Spicy Blueberry Bacon Burger from District 5.
Some of this year’s most unique burgers are in downtown Dartmouth.
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Things to do
Looking for something to do this week? Check out these Coast picks:
🗓 Together We Brew: Calling all craft beer enthusiasts! Craft Brewers Association of Nova Scotia is holding a beer festival at Pavilion 22 this weekend and tickets are still available | Apr. 1 | 1pm-9:30pm | $45-$60.
🗓 Bicycle Easter Egg Hunt: Nova Scotia by Bike is holding a scavenger hunt-style bike ride followed by a BYO picnic. Meet at the fountain in the Halifax common for your first clue! Costumes are encouraged | Apr. 15 | 1pm | Free.
🗓 Queer Artful Fools Market: Radstorm is featuring local queer artists and makers at a market this weekend. The cover charge for the event will be donated to the Halifax Community Fridge | Apr. 1 | 11am-4pm | $2-$10.
🗓 Live Music at The Local: Halifax band Flat Black Cadilac will be performing live at The Local this weekend. Get ready for “powerful vocals, vibrant solos, tranquil rhythms, ripping bass grooves and explosive drumming” | Apr. 2 | 5pm | Free.
Find more Halifax events in The Coast listings
Where to eat & drink
🥬 Wild Leek: In the mood for some vegan comfort food? Wild Leek at 2156 Windsor Street is the place to check out. From hearty wraps and mac & cheese to delicious sweets, this restaurant has you covered for any meal.
🍣 Doraku: Recommended by our very own Coast reporter Martin Bauman, Doraku (44 Ochterloney Street) offers a cozy atmosphere, friendly service and amazing Doraku rolls.
🍴Rhubarb: If you’re willing to travel a little outside of Halifax, Rhubarb (8650 Peggy’s Cove Road) is a great option with plenty of selection. The restaurant was chosen as Taste of Nova Scotia’s Restaurant of the Year for 2022.
Local specials
💸 It’s Free AF Friday at The Seahorse Tavern today. Great tunes, no cover and cheap beer!
💸 Feeling the need to get creative this weekend? Drop in at Wonder’neath Art Society for a free open studio on Saturday, Apr. 1 from 2pm-4:30pm or 5:00pm-7pm.
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