Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre
606 Reeves St. B9A 2R7 Port Hawkesbury, NS, Canada

Meetibg date - Wednesday, September 30 at 6:00 p.m. With the assistance of Bicycle Nova Scotia, the Town of Port Hawkesbury will be able to study the neighbourh...ood bikeways options through the lens of all ages and abilities design and make informed decisions for the future planning of these connectors. This informed planning will help to guide the Town of Port Hawkesbury with the creation of a bicycle network that will strengthen community connections, support sustainable transportation for a broad range of users. A meeting will be held on September 30 at 6:00 p.m. in the Shannon Studio of the Civic Centre to gather community input. Please note that the room will be setup with social distancing in mind. For more information, please call 902-425-5454 or 902-625-7891. Hope to see you there. See more

As part of our Connect 2 project, we now have bikes for you to borrow. All you need is a helmet. Drop by the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre Fitness Centre to check out the two new E-Bikes and adult and youth regular bikes and go for a spin . Call 902-625-7010 to reserve yours today.

On September 11, 2020 we were able to have a short discussion with Josephine Clarke Textiles about her upcoming art installation with Lumière Cape Breton Co...me see the works in person at the J. Franklin Wright Gallery or watch the livestreamed artist's talk on Lumière Cape Breton's FB Page. It will be airing tonight, September 12th, from about 7PM to 8PM or can be viewed as a video anytime thereafter This year's festival is island wide, with many exhibits online, and goes from September 12th until September 26th. Let us know which artists you're excited to see! #Ilovecbcraft

It is our great pleasure to announce an installation by artist-in-residence Josephine Clarke Textiles through Lumière Cape Breton 2020! Her show "What is le...ft behind?" will be at the J. Franklin Wright Gallery in Port Hawkesbury's Civic Centre and is opening 7PM this Saturday, September 12th. The installation will be available for free viewings between September 12th and September 26th This year the nighttime festival is going online and island wide. The events will take place over the two weeks, giving you even more opportunities to see the artists' works in the theme of "Anthropocene". You can get a full schedule of this year's projects on Lumière's website: http://lumierecb.com/artists/ Are there any projects or events you are looking forward to? #ilovecbcraft

Please be advised that effective immediately all walking track users are required to sign in at the Fitness Centre Front Desk and provide their name, contact number and email. Gym/Walking Track hours of operation beginning Tuesday, September 8th, 2020 are: Monday-Friday 6:00 am 1:00 pm and 4:00 pm 8:00 pm... Saturday 8:00 am 1:00 pm Sunday Gym and Track Closed See more

ENERGY/MINES--Active Transportation Projects Help Reduce Emissions in Port Hawkesbury ------------------------------------------------------------- The province is helping to reduce emissions in Port Hawkesbury through active transportation infrastructure. Energy and Mines Minister Derek Mombourquette announced $100,000 for projects under the Connect2 stream of the Low Carbon Communities Program today, Sept. 1.... "Nova Scotia continues to be a national leader in reducing emissions to fight climate change," said Mr. Mombourquette. "Communities are doing their part to reduce emissions and secure Nova Scotia's cleaner energy future. Investments like these will help grow the green economy and create jobs across our province." The Town of Port Hawkesbury will receive $100,000 to pave an active transportation lane, build community-wide active transportation supports like bike repair and water stations, build active transportation extensions to connect residential areas to the commercial district and roll-out a bike loan program. Quotes: "This is a proud moment for the Town of Port Hawkesbury. Part of our ongoing vision for Destination Reeves Street is the development of an integrated mobility plan for our Town. We have welcomed the opportunity to develop an interconnected system of bicycle facilities that is an all ages and abilities bicycle network. We have made tremendous strides to connect our town, particularly in low-carbon ways, thanks to the Department of Energy and Mines, as well as support from Health and Wellness and ACOA." - Town of Port Hawkesbury Mayor Brenda Chisholm Beaton Quick Facts: -- in the past eight years, the Department of Energy and Mines has invested more than $7.5 million in over 220 projects across the province to promote clean transportation and energy through the Low Carbon Communities and Connect2 programs -- Connect2 has supported the development of over 165 kms of active transportation networks -- the program supports community-driven projects that help create long-lasting greenhouse gas reductions through low carbon, clean energy projects -- the program is open to Mi'kmaw communities, non-profit organizations and municipalities Additional Resources: For more information on the Low Carbon Communities program, visit https://novascotia.ca/low-carbon-communities/

Commencing September 8, we will be extending hours of operation at the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre Fitness Centre.

Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre Fitness Extended Hours The Port Hawkesbury Fitness Centre has now been open for a month after being closed due to COVID. We have seen an increase in new memberships, and are now able to make some changes to the hours of operation. Starting September 8, we will be extending the hours to 6:00am to 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m, Monday to Friday, and Saturdays 8:00-1:00 p.m. Several fitness programs are offered, and will be limited to ten part...icipants. To avoid disappointment, participants must reserve a spot by calling the Port Hawkesbury Fitness Centre at 625-7010. On going COVID protocol requirements may be obtained by calling 625-2591 or on the Town of Port Hawkesbury and Civic Centre websites and social media sites. We look forward to seeing you back and look forward to offering the gym services for your enjoyment.

There will be a Bonus Lunch Time Class with Jennifer MacDonnell at the PHCC Fitness Centre on August 27th at 12:10pm. Registration is required. Please contact 902-625-7010 to register.

The Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre has developed a COVID 19 protocol that will allow for meetings to resume in the building. For inquiries please call 625-7891, or 625-2591.

We are into the third week of our Phase 1 of re-opening the PHCC Fitness Centre. We are so happy to welcome back our members and excited that we have gained 50 new members. Please give us a call at 902-625-7010 for more information.

After four and a half months of being closed, the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre Fitness Centre opened today. It was so great to see members getting back to their fitness routine, and new members signing up.

PHCC Fitness Centre August Schedule

As part of the new provincial mask wearing directive, masks are now required to be worn in the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre. This includes when you are visiting the Municipal offices. Below is the list of other locations where masks must be worn. The province has announced that masks will be mandatory in the following indoor public places as of July 31: retail businesses shopping centres... personal services businesses, such as hair and nail salons, spas, body art facilities, except during services that require removing a mask restaurants and bars, except while people are eating or drinking places of worship or faith gatherings (masks can be removed temporarily for ceremonial purposes, such as receiving Communion or a couple during their wedding ceremony) places for cultural or entertainment services or activities such as movie theatres, concerts and other performances places for sports and recreational activities, such as a gym, pool or indoor tennis facility, except while doing an activity where a mask cannot be worn such as working out at the gym. places for events such as conferences and receptions municipal or provincial government locations offering services to the public common areas of tourist accommodations, such as lobbies, elevators and hallways common areas of office buildings such as lobbies, elevators and hallways, but not private offices public areas of a university or college campus, such as library or student union building, but not classrooms, labs, offices or residences train or bus stations, ferry terminals and airports Schools, daycares and day camps continue to follow their reopening plans. Children under two are exempt, as well as children between the ages of two and four if their caregiver cannot get them to wear a mask.

PHCC Fitness Centre Reopening

Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre Fitness Centre Phase 1- FACILITY REOPENING FAQ Q: When is the facility opening? A: We will reopen our facility as part of a phased reopening approach on August 4th, 2020. The services offered at this time will be the gym and yoga classes. As we work our way through the necessary COVID protocol, we will be updating the schedule for September. All memberships will be extended from the March 15th closure. ...Continue reading

The Civic Centre has reopened for meetings and will be following all provincial Covid 19 guidelines including numbers that are permitted to gather. While we were closed a deep cleaning has been carried out in all of the meeting and public areas, and we have put in a new and enhanced cleaning schedule. Please call 902-625-7891 for further information.

The Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre Fitness Centre and walking track will re-open Tuesday, August 4th. Information on hours of operation and new Fitness Centre Covid-19 protocol will follow. Thank you so much for your patience and we look forward to seeing everyone soon!

Following the provincial announcement today, the playground is open. This includes the tennis courts, basketball courts, the play structures, the recreation fields, and the pump track. We are awaiting the province’s decision on the reopening of splashpads. Please adhere to the Covid-19 regulations, as outlined today by the Nova Scotia government. Physical distancing is not required for groups under 10, but groups over 10 must practice Covid-19 6 foot physical distancing protocol.

The Town of Port Hawkesbury is open to the Public with business hours of 8:30-4:30 p.m.. If you would like to meet with staff, please call 902-625-2746 to make an appointment, or visit the Civic Centre box office.

Update: Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre Fitness Centre The Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre Fitness Centre will not be opening on June 5. We will be announcing our opening date once a Covid 19 reopening plan has been approved by the Province.

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While the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre has been closed, please know that staff are working hard to have the facility deep cleaned so that we will be ready to reopen when restrictions are lifted.

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PREMIER'S OFFICE--Online Book of Condolences for Victims ---------------------------------------------------------------- An online book of condolences for thos...e who lost their lives this past weekend is now available. People wanting to offer their condolences can do so by going to, https://novascotia.ca/condolences . People can leave public comments and condolences on a Facebook group or send private messages through an email address. Premier Stephen McNeil will observe a moment of silence for the victims today, April 21, during the COVID-19 update. It will be livestreamed at, https://novascotia.ca/stayinformed/webcast .

Quarantine Ceilidh featuring Ashley MacIsaac and friends begins tonight at 8:30pm. https://www.quarantineceilidh.com/

The David Francey concert scheduled for May 16 at the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre has been postponed to May 15, 2021. Refunds are on their way to previous ticket buyers, and we hope this new date will be of interest to those who had supported the concert.

The Volunteer Income Tax Preparation Program which was previously scheduled at the Civic Centre has been postponed until further notice.