Summer has arrived! School is out, holidays are in and the weather is heating up. We hope you will have some time to get outside and enjoy the many beautiful days ahead.
While our Community Learning programs are on pause, there’s still plenty going on around our office. The Community Garden is in full bloom and pop up markets are on their way. The Community Rider vehicles are still running the roads and we even have a few weddings that we’ll be assisting with transportation.
Summer is also a time for reflection and planning. We review programs, review feedback and put together plans for the year ahead. This is a great time to reach out with ideas for programs – please let us know if there’s something you would like to see us offer to the community.
To book the Community Rider for a trip to a summer destination, let us know well in advance:
phone: 902-883-4716
email: ehcrdispatch@gmail.com
From July 12-14, East Hants is having a party, all weekend long! Tide Fest brings together the best of our community at the East Hants Sportsplex (1076 Highway 2 in Lantz) and has something fun for everyone:
A Music Festival
Ball Hockey
Family Fair
Washer Toss Tournament
Local Market
Food Trucks
For information on activities, a schedule of events and to purchase tickets:
Join us for a Pop up Market
at the Elmsdale Community Garden
Thursday, July 11th
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Spring is here and the Elmsdale Community Garden is growing fast! We’ll be holding several pop up markets in July, with the first one happening on Thursday, July 11th from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the garden (224 Highway 214 in Elmsdale, behind the old school building). There will be free fresh fruits and vegetables while supplies last.
Everyone is welcome at our pop up markets. All we ask is for the number of people fed with the produce you bring home. This allows us to report how many people the garden helps feed every year and apply for funds to hold events throughout the year. We also happily accept donations!
Interested in hosting a pop up market? We love to set up at different locations and give access to free food to as many people as possible.
School Supply Giveaway
& Pop up Market
Monday, July 29th
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Every year, we partner with the East Hants Family Resource Centre to hold a school supply giveaway for our community. This year, it will be happening on Monday, July 29th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at our office, 224 Highway 214 (the old elementary school). The Elmsdale Community Garden will be holding a pop up market at the same time.
All supplies and food is first come, first served while supplies last. For school supplies, it is recommended to bring your list and a bag.
The Fare Assistance Program (FAP) is a subsidized transportation program funded by the government of Nova Scotia. This program reduces the cost of transportation for individuals and families experiencing low income. This funding is provided on an annual basis and is available until March 31st, 2025 on a first come, first served basis until the fund is fully expended.
Who is eligible?
A single person making less than $30,000 per year
a couple/family making less than $55,000 per year
How often can FAP be used?
The FAP will subsidize transportation for 1 day/week during regular hours of operation (Monday to Friday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.) to a maximum of $300/month
Medical transportation for dialysis or frequent medical appointments (ie. cancer treatments) may be approved for more on a case-by-case basis
What trips are not eligible?
Group trips (multiple passengers with a shared pick up and drop off location)
Trips that are fully subsidized by another organization, another government department or another level of government
Trips that are organized by an organization or community group
Trips that are outside regular hours of operation (Monday to Friday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
How much are rides with FAP?
Regions
Cost per person
Trips under 12 km
$5
Trips over 12 km
50% of regular fare
Trips to the Halifax Airport within
Fall River/Enfield/Elmsdale
Standard rates ($15) apply
If you or someone you know may qualify for the program, please fill out the application form on our website. Please note that a 2023 Notice of Assessment is required to process all applications.
For more information on our Fare Assistance Program:
phone: 902-883-4716
email: ehcrdispatch@gmail.com
Promote Your Business
Support a Local Non-Profit
Get Recognized!
Looking to advertise your business, promote an event or connect to the community? Consider joining our Corporate Support Program! We have a range of promotional opportunities, including posters on the windows of our vans, a message on our Highway 214 sign or sponsorship for a range of free or low cost community events.
All funds given through the Corporate Support Program go directly back into our programs and services. This is a great way to give back to the community and spread the word in East Hants.
