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Tunes at Noon Concert Cancelled for July 29, 2010
July 29, 2010
Due to forecast of thunder showers, today’s Tunes at Noon concert with Christina Martin has been cancelled. There will be no rain date for this show.
Tunes at Noon Concert Cancelled for July 22
July 22, 2010
Due to thunder showers, today’s Tunes at Noon concert with Rebekah Higgs has been cancelled. There will be no rain date for this show.
Tunes at Noon Concert Postponed - July 14, 2010
July 14, 2010
Due to forecast of thunder showers, today’s Tunes at Noon concert with The Hupman Brothers has been cancelled. There will be no rain date for this show.
DHBC Members Meet & Greet
July 06, 2010
Please join the Downtown Halifax Business Commission (DHBC)
Members Meet & Greet
The Prince George Hotel on the Regency Patio
1725 Market Street, Halifax
Tuesday, July 13, 2010, 5:00 to 7:00 pm
Tunes at Noon Summer Concert Series Announces 2010 Line-Up
July 06, 2010
Councillor Dawn Sloane, the Downtown Halifax Business Commission (DHBC) and the Halifax Regional Municipality Cultural Affairs, in association with Music Nova Scotia and Centre for Arts and Technology, are presenting the 3rd annual, free, summer concert series Tunes at Noon, featuring Nova Scotian performers from a range of musical genres.
DHBC Information Session on the Status of Proposed Convention Centre
June 24, 2010
Please Join the Downtown HalifaxBusiness Commission for an Information Session on the Status of the Proposed Convention Centre
Downtown HalifaxBusiness Commission (DHBC) would like to invite you to an update on the proposed convention centre. This is an opportunity to ask your questions. Scott Ferguson, President & CEO of Trade Centre Limited, will present an overview of the project and its current status.
DHBC’s 16th Annual Clean Sweep Has Record Number of Volunteers
June 04, 2010
On June 2, 2010, over 180 volunteers in 28 teams collected 58 bags of garbage, 29 bags of recycling, nine bags of compost and many interesting objects throughout Downtown Halifax while participating in DHBC's 16th Annual Clean Sweep event.
DHBC Downtown Update: June 1, 2010
June 04, 2010
The latest news and events in Downtown Halifax.
DHBC Downtown Update: May 18, 2010
May 19, 2010
News and events in Downtown Halifax.
Downtown Halifax Businesses Support New Convention Centre as Top Priority
May 11, 2010
From April 9-26, 2010, the Downtown Halifax Business Commission (DHBC) conducted its bi-annual membership survey through local market research agency, Thinkwell Research. DHBC’s membership consists of 1,800 landlords, businesses and retailers, with 20,000 employees. Results found that one out of three respondents regarded a new convention centre, from a list of six priorities, as the top priority for Downtown Halifax.
Businesses Make Downtown Shine at DHBC’s 16th Annual Clean Sweep
May 10, 2010
On Wednesday, June 2, 2010, Downtown Halifax Business Commission (DHBC) will be hosting the16th Annual Clean Sweep event. Clean Sweep is a lunch-hour event that encourages organizations to come together and help create a sparkling Downtown. Businesses are invited to submit a maximum of two teams consisting of four to six members each by contacting Lauren Martin at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or 423-2179. You can also download the PDF registration form here. Registration for 21 teams will be accepted on a first-come, first serve basis and must be submitted by Wednesday, May 27.
DHBC Downtown Update: May 4, 2010
May 06, 2010
Catch up on the news and events in Downtown Halifax.
DHBC Downtown Update: April 20, 2010
April 21, 2010
News and events in Downtown Halifax.
DHBC Downtown Update: March 23, 2010
March 24, 2010
Updates and news in Downtown Halifax
DHBC Bulletin to Members: Proposal to Change Traffic Patterns in Downtown Halifax
March 18, 2010
HRM is considering significant changes to traffic patterns in Downtown Halifax.
DHBC Downtown Update: March 9, 2010
March 10, 2010
News and events in Downtown Halifax.
Rod Cameron to Speak at the 9th Annual Carmichael Lecture Panel Discussion
February 12, 2010
Guest speaker Rod Cameron, President of Criterion Communications Inc., a strategic management and marketing consultancy based in Vancouver with an extensive practice in international convention and exhibition centre management, will discuss how convention centres can be the catalyst for downtown revitalization at the 9th Annual Carmichael Lecture. The lecture will take place on Thursday, February 25, 6:00-8:00 pm, at the World Trade and Convention Centre, Room 200E, 1800 Arygle Street. The event is free and open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis.
DHBC Downtown Update: February 9, 2010
February 12, 2010
News and happenings in Downtown Halifax.
Downtown Update: January 26, 2010
January 26, 2010
Find out about the news and events in Downtown Halifax.
Downtown Update: January 12, 2010
January 14, 2010
News and happenings in Downtown Halifax
Downtown Update: January 12, 2010
January 14, 2010
News and happenings in Downtown Halifax
Business Improvement Organizations Form Downtowns Atlantic Canada (DAC)
December 10, 2009
Downtown business improvement area associations of Atlantic Canada, with representatives from New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Prince Edward Island, met recently in Moncton, NB, to sign a memorandum of understanding outlining the benefits of downtowns’ contribution to individual communities and to the provinces Atlantic Canada. The new organization, Downtowns Atlantic Canada (DAC), is a new alliance that will work to improve the positioning of downtown business improvement areas as unique, diverse, vibrant and economically healthy urban cores.
DHBC Downtown Update: December 1, 2009
December 02, 2009
Read about news and events in Downtown Halifax.
2009 Chronicle Herald Holiday Parade of Lights Announces Winners and Numbers
November 25, 2009
The 14th Annual Chronicle Herald Holiday Parade of Lights, presented by EastLink and the Downtown Halifax Business Commission, was another record-breaking success on Saturday, November 21, 2009. The Parade brought out over 100,000 spectators, who were entertained by more than 50 marching bands, majorettes, costumed walking groups and floats that lit up the evening.
DHBC Downtown Update: November 17, 2009
November 19, 2009
News and information about Downtown Halifax.
Shop Downtown Halifax for the Holidays!
November 13, 2009
Tax-Free Shopping, Discounts, Specials and More! Great Savings Over Six Days to Kick Off the Holiday Season - November 23-28.
The Chronicle Herald Holiday Parade of Lights 2009: Traffic Notice
November 09, 2009
Traffic notice for the 14th Annual Chronicle Herald Holiday Parade of Lights on Saturday, November 21, 2009.
14th Annual Chronicle Herald Holiday Parade of Lights Returns on November 21!
November 04, 2009
Over 100,000 spectators will line the streets of Downtown Halifax for the most anticipated holiday event of the year, the 14th Annual Chronicle Herald Holiday Parade of Lights, presented by EastLink and the Downtown Halifax Business Commission. This year’s Parade promises to kick off the holiday season with lights, music and live entertainment on Saturday, November 21, beginning at 6:00 pm.
HRM’s Downtown Halifax Plan Receives Provincial Approval
October 26, 2009
The Downtown Halifax Business Commission (DHBC) is pleased to announce that HRMbyDesign’s Downtown Halifax Plan, which includes HRM’s first-ever heritage conservation district plan for Barrington Street, will officially come into effect on Saturday, October 24, having received provincial approval.
DHBC Downtown Update: October 20, 2009
October 26, 2009
A bi-weekly update on news and events in Downtown Halifax.
Volunteer for the 2009 Chronicle Herald Parade of Lights
October 08, 2009
What better way to get into the holiday spirit than by volunteering for this year’s 14th Annual Chronicle Herald Holiday Parade of Lights?
Downtown Update: October 6, 2009
October 08, 2009
The latest news in Downtown Halifax.
DHBC Downtown Update: September 22, 2009
September 23, 2009
Read about the latest news on Downtown Halifax.
Tunes at Noon Summer Concert Series Calls for Submissions
May 01, 2009
Councillor Dawn Sloane, the Downtown Halifax Business Commission and the Halifax Regional Municipality in association with Music Nova Scotia are presenting a free, summer concert series called Tunes at Noon, featuring Nova Scotian performers of all genres of music.
The 2nd Annual Show Us Your City Photo Contest
March 16, 2009
Are you an aspiring photographer with a unique perspective on our beautiful city? Enter your digital photos for free in the 2nd Annual Show Us Your City Photo Contest to win fantastic prizes!
The Downtown Halifax Business Commission Supports a New Convention Centre Downtown
March 16, 2009
The Downtown Halifax Business Commission (DHBC) officially announced today its support of a new convention centre in Downtown Halifax.
DHBC Launches New Brand and Ad Campaign for Downtown Halifax
March 16, 2009
The Downtown Halifax Business Commission (DHBC) has launched a new brand and comprehensive ad campaign to promote business, shopping, entertainment and culture in Downtown Halifax. The new brand was developed by Extreme Group, an award-winning marketing and advertising agency based in Downtown Halifax.
