In the Community

On this page you will find links to issues specific to Halifax Fairview neighbourhoods and associations. See something you think should be added? Let me know!

If you are looking for a specific street that isn't here, try the Street Index.

Abbott Drive

Abbot Drive experiences periodic floooding, and has some issues with the sound of "jake brakes". I have been working directly with residents to find solutions.…more

Canadian National Railway Line

The Canadian National Railway borders the Eastern boundary of Halifax Fairview from near the bottom of Vimy Avenue to the CNR bridge over Chebucto Road. There have been some maintenance problems with the bridge.…more

Chocolate Lake

Chocolate Lake is a beautiful lake near the Armdale Rotary. This page gives information about the Chocolate Lake Community Association, the lake, and the neighbourhood surrounding it…more

Cowie Hill

Cowie Hill is unique because its utility lines are all below ground. NSP wants to put the lines above ground. This page has documents related to Cowie Hill residents' fight to keep its utility lines below ground. It also has information on Cowie Hill's condo corps and neighbourhood

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Eileen O'Connell Memorial Bursary

Each year I donate a bursary to a student from both J L Ilsley and Halifax West High School. On this page is information about Eileen O'Connell and the bursary…more

Fairmount Ridge

Farimount Ridge is a new development on what was once called the "Butler Lands". The development of the land was an issue of concern because of the contamination of the land. This page documents my efforts to see that contaminated areas were managed properly…more

Glades Lodge

This is the Glades Lodge Page…more

Jake Brakes

"Jake Brakes" are engine retardant brakes that are often used by heavy trucks. They are a source of aggravation to many people who live near highways and truck routes…more

Long Lake Provincial Park

Long Lake Provincial Park is a beautiful undeveloped Provincial Park within Halifax Fairview. It has no management plan and is a "secret treasure" of the area…more

Northwest Arm Drive

Northwest Arm Drive is a highway that runs though the Constituency. "Jake brakes", safety, and development around NWAD are continuing concerns…more

Punch Bowl

The Punch Bowl is a unique lake that lies between the Herring Cove Road and Punch Bowl Drive…more

Rosedale Avenue

This is info about Rosedale Avenue…more

Royal Canadian Legion Fairview Branch #142

Halifax Fairview has one Legion within its boundaries. I am a member and supporter…more

School Avenue

School Avenue is a unique street in Fairview. It is the only street in the Constituency that is owned by the Province. Because it borders the Bicentennial Highway, it has problems with "jake brakes" and with various issues relating to its maintenence…more