Friends of The Beacon

06/20/2026

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06/20/2026

June 21 is the 30th anniversary of National Indigenous Peoples Day. Today, we recognize National Indigenous Peoples Day and celebrate the rich cultures,
histories and contributions of First Nations, Mi’kmaq, Inuit and Métis peoples.
It is also a time to reflect, listen, learn, and honour the strength and resilience of
Indigenous communities.

We acknowledge the importance of continued understanding, respect and meaningful action toward reconciliation.

Together, we can build stronger relationships and a more inclusive community for
everyone.

06/18/2026

The Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) will be conducting a flyby for the Canada Sail Grand Prix on June 20, 2026, over the Halifax Harbour Front on Lower Water Street. A CH-148 Cyclone from 12 Wing Shearwater will be entering and exiting the area between 4:00 and 5:30 p.m.

RCAF aircraft flybys are carefully planned and closely controlled for public safety. The aircraft will be at an altitude no lower than 500 feet above the highest obstacle over ground level. Aircraft participation is subject to weather and operational requirements.

06/16/2026

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06/08/2026

Tentative agreement reached with long term care workers.

06/08/2026

The digital edition of The Beacon is now available for online reading.

The Beacon Community Newspaper The Beacon is a free tabloid-sized newspaper with more than 5,000 readers that publishes 10 times a year in print and digital formats. First published in 1978, it is one of the longest-running community newspapers in Canada. As a not-for-profit run entirely by

06/01/2026

The June edition of The Beacon is available at the EP Pharmacy, the local grocery store, the EP post office, the Cole Harbour Library, the Commissary at 12 Wing Shearwater, The Buffalo Club - Eastern Passage and many more local businesses.

Also, don’t forget to get your Beacon 50/50 tickets.

This fundraiser is more than just a chance to win—it helps keep The Beacon in print and delivering local news to our community.

For nearly 50 years, The Beacon has shared neighbourhood stories, highlighted local voices, and kept residents informed. Your support helps ensure that it continues.

Buy your tickets today and help keep our community paper alive.

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06/01/2026

The Beacon's environmental June edition is out. Get your copies before they disappear. A big thanks to Cathi Stevenson, whose hard work laid out 28 pages of local news and features for your reading pleasure, and to Barry Blakeney for pinch-hitting on all the deliveries.