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For the most reliable information about services and programs offered by local community groups, non-profits and government departments, dial 211, visit www .ns .211 .ca

Find information on garbage, recycling, and compost

in Halifax Regional Municipality

Waste programs vary by municipality. Visit www.divertns.ca for more information.

On the computer:

Visit www.halifax.ca/recycle for sorting guides, collection schedule, and all information related to waste collection.

On your smart phone or tablet:

Download the Halifax Recycles app on your smart phone or tablet for personalized collection day calendars and to search "What Goes Where".

On the phone:

Call 311 for general inquiries or to request a collection calendar be mailed to your residence.

For up-to-date information on Covid-19, visit https://novascotia .ca/coronavirus/

Nova Scotia Department of Seniors

The Nova Scotia Department of Seniors works to ensure the inclusion and well-being of older adults in Nova Scotia . A key deliverable for the Department of Seniors is to oversee the implementation and monitoring of Shift: Nova Scotia’s Action Plan for an Aging Population . On a day-to-day basis our work includes: • conducting research and providing policy advice to government on matters related to aging and our aging population • leading, coordinating, and collaborating with departments across government on the development, implementation, and monitoring of policy related to Nova Scotia’s aging population • engaging stakeholders and creating partnerships to support and enable older adults to age in safe, healthy, and friendly communities • working with the federal and other provincial governments and other partners to share knowledge and work together to address issues of common interest related to aging populations

Community Planning and Program Funding

The Department of Seniors offers the Age-friendly Communities Grant Program, which provides funding for projects that lead to more age-friendly communities . Please visit novascotia .ca/agefriendly-grant/ or call 902-424-0770 for more information .

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Transportation for Seniors

Specializing in providing transportation for Seniors and Persons with Physical and Intellectual Disabilities

Wheelchair Accessible • Assistance Provided • Available By Appointment Available 7 days per week including Holidays

We provide transportation for: Medical and Dental Appointments • Dialysis Treatments Cancer Treatments • Rehabilitation and Therapy • Adult Day Programs • Grocery Shopping Social Outings • Banks • Pharmacy • Hair Dresser • Lunch with Friends

Let us customize a transportation plan to fit your lifestyle. Approved Vendor with Veterans Affairs Canada and Medavie Blue Cross