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A new haven in Dartmouth is giving the city’s artists room to grow

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You probably notice the brightly painted brick façade before you notice anything else about the Black Market on Grafton Street. The storefront’s India-inspired mural appeared last summer, painted by a local art student who also worked briefly for the shop, says manager Lauren Parsons. When you step inside the exotic empor-ium, you’ll find unique products from places like Indonesia, Thailand, …

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When you live in a place for a while, it’s easy to overlook the things that make it special. But for members of Sackville Photography Club, field trips around Halifax are the way to rediscover and document the area’s special features. The Sackville Photography club is a non-profit organization with about 130 members. Chair Denise Ward says that the club …

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Halifax recently joined in a study exploring sustainability and infrastructure issues facing Canada’s prominent cities.

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The good (and the bad) on one of Halifax’s favourite wines

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Ahhh … a midsummer’s long weekend. Here are our picks for some of Halifax’s best events. Like others? Post a comment and share the link. Friday Noon–1pm: Halifax’s Natal Day celebrations kick off with a ceremony at the Grand Parade Square downtown. 7pm: The Shakespeare by the Sea production of Julius Caesar débuts in Point Pleasant Park.   Saturday 10am–6pm: …

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Have a vision for Halifax Harbour? Share it in our essay contest

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Restaurateur Rae Kraushar is working to make downtown Dartmouth a destination for foodies

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A new downtown haven is giving the city’s artists room to grow

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