NSFM Podcast Series 2024
Exclusive interviews from the Nova Scotia Federation of Municipalities 2024 Fall Conference
We’re excited to share with you our exclusive interviews from the Nova Scotia Federation of Municipalities 2024 Fall Conference, held Nov. 26-27, in Halifax. Municipal World Digital Content Editor Sean Meyer sat down with municipal leaders from across the province to discuss their feelings on the conference, the state of local government in general, and their insights into the latest developments in their communities.
Mayor Cathy Hinton, Town of Truro
Mayor Cathy Hinton, the first woman to serve as mayor of Truro, discusses the impact of her historic election, what it has meant to her, and what it could mean to the wider community.
Mayor Pam Mood, Town of Yarmouth
Mayor Pam Mood discusses the reasoning behind the town’s recently expanded transit service, which is now not only free for riders to use but has been extended to the nearby Wasoqopa’q First Nation.
Mayor Jim Ryan, Town of Pictou
Mayor Jim Ryan discusses his feelings behind serving a third term as mayor, as well as the impacts the Pictou Cultural Centre project, and an expanded waterfront plan, are having on the future of the community.
Mayor Rod Gilroy, County of Cumberland
Mayor Rod Gilroy discusses the municipality’s recently renewed fire protection services agreement with nearby Amherst and what this mutually beneficial decision means for residents in surrounding communities.
Mayor Cecil Clarke, Cape Breton Regional Municipality
Mayor Cecil Clarke discusses his 2024 return to the mayor’s seat after previously serving from 2012-2020, why he wanted to come back, and how municipal politics has changed during the intervening years.
Mayor Nancy Dicks, Town of New Glasgow
Mayor Nancy Dicks discusses the challenging situation of affordable housing in the community, how her council is addressing it, and what could make the situation easier for all municipalities.
Mayor David Mitchell, Town of Bridgewater
Mayor David Mitchell discusses his community’s partnership with the International Network of Michelin Cities (INMC), the town’s hosting of the new INMC Corridor of Incubators Agreement launch event, and how innovation is possible even in smaller communities.
Mayor Mike Trinacty, Town of Berwick
Mayor Mike Trinacty discusses the town’s proactive involvement in the development of green energy, whether through wind turbines, the creation of a solar garden, or the enhancement of the town’s hydro facility.
Warden Linda Gregory, District of Digby
Warden Linda Gregory discusses the Digby Art Bank, why the ongoing support of artists is something the council continues to finance, and why supporting local culture is considered a key to local success.
Warden James Fuller, District of St. Mary’s
Warden James Fuller discusses the challenges of ensuring timely waste disposal in communities of all sizes, communication between rural and urban municipalities, and the importance of public service.