Every year, we hold an Annual General Meeting to share our successes and connect to the community. This year’s AGM will be happening on Friday, June 7th. Keep an eye on our Facebook page and website for more details.
9th Annual Family Picnic
Monday, June 3rd
4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
224 Highway 214, Elmsdale
Every year, we hold a Family Picnic for our community with our friends at East Hants Family Resource Centre. There is something for everyone at this event: free food, books, and seeds (while supplies last), fun and games, and, perhaps most importantly, a chance to gather as a community. Everyone is welcome and we encourage you to bring your friends and family.
Stay tuned to our Facebook pages for more information on upcoming events and activities:
1st Pop up Market of 2024!
RBC in Shubenacadie
Wednesday, May 15th
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Spring is here and the Elmsdale Community Garden is getting ready for another growing season. We’re getting started early this year with a pop up market at RBC in Shubenacadie, 2824 Main Street West on Wednesday, May 15th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 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.
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.
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.
