Open Street Dartmouth September 19

The Shubenacadie Canal Commission will once again be participating in Open Street Dartmouth to promote the rich history of the Shubenacadie Canal, specifically the Dartmouth Marine Railway. Join volunteers, Richard MacMichael and Mike Hughes, on September 19 from 12-4 as they deliver tours and answer questions from the Dartmouth Marine Railway (Starr Park, 58 Prince Albert Rd.). They will have the Flume House building open for visitors. This event is free, but donations are always welcome. https://www.shubenacadiecanal.ca/starr-park-dartmouth-marine-railway

Henry Findlay Lock Keeper of the Year Award 2020

The Shubenacadie Canal Commission was pleased to award Barry Hurndall with the 2021 Henry Findlay Lock Keeper Award at our AGM in June.  This award is presented annually to a friend of the Shubenacadie Canal and Waterway who dedicate their time and effort towards improving this provincial heritage resource and its parklands for the enjoyment of all residents and tourists. 

The commission recognized Barry Hurndall for his work over the past three years in leading the Waterways and Locks Committee through a number of vital tasks that further this objective. 

Under Barry’s leadership, the Committee was reconstituted beyond the previous scope as the Greenway Committee to include the full waterway.  Work was completed on initial engineering assessments of the conditions of our locks and canal infrastructure. Barry visited each of our Lock locations to complete this initial assessment and briefed the Commission on his findings.  This important work initiates the asset management plan that will guide the Commission’s future board members and staff to identifying the most needed work and structural priorities.

 Barry also oversaw the work of repairing the mitre gate and identifying the potential risks involved with the structural integrity of both Lock 2 and 3. During this last year, Barry and his Committee took considerable time to study the planned utility corridor proposed for the Deep Cut by Halifax Water and a local developer to support a major residential development in Port Wallace.

Barry has been a great volunteer whose efforts have made a big impact on the SCC. Congratulations Barry!

RFP | LOCK 6 ENGINEERING ASSESSMENT

An engineering assessment is needed so that the Shubenacadie Canal Commission can restore and stabilize the lock walls at Lock 6, Horne’s Settlement (Jioqjimusikek), East Hants.

Please see RFP here for more details.

Win with the Waterway!

Shubenacadie Canal Commission is excited to announce our 50/50 fundraiser!

The Shubenacadie Canal Waterway is a world-class destination for recreation, historical interpretation, and cultural heritage that connects the Atlantic Ocean to the Bay of Fundy. Completed in 1861, the canal system includes nine locks, two marine railways, seven lakes, several natural and artificial channels, and the Shubenacadie River. It begins at Halifax Harbour in Dartmouth and ends at the Bay of Fundy in Maitland.

The Shubenacadie Canal Commission (SCC) works towards restoring, protecting, and promoting the historical, cultural, and natural heritage of the Shubenacadie Canal Waterway for all Nova Scotians, visitors, and future generations.

Funds raised by this raffle will support outdoor furniture in Shubie Park. This year, we have learned the importance of being outside and nature and our parks have never been busier. To accommodate the demand, we would like to purchase new picnic tables, sunshades, and Adirondack chairs for the community to uses.

Raffle ends June 27, 2021

Click here to buy your tickets

Thank you for your support!