February 2, 2026: Delays, Closures, and Cancellations Unfold
Significant disruptions occurred on February 2, 2026, due to a Nor’Easter affecting the region. Several schools and services experienced delays, closures, and cancellations as harsh weather conditions persisted.
School Closures and Delays
In the Halifax Regional Centre for Education (HRCE), schools such as Bay View High and Musquodoboit Rural High remain closed. Other HRCE schools face a two-hour delay in openings to facilitate cleanup efforts.
The Chignecto-Central Regional Centre for Education (CCRCE) announced the closure of all its schools, including those in Cumberland, Colchester, Pictou counties, and the Municipality of East Hants.
- HRCE – Bay View High: Closed
- HRCE – Other Schools: Delayed by 2 hours
- CCRCE – All Schools: Closed
- Strait Regional Centre for Education: Classes cancelled
- Cape Breton-Victoria Regional Centre: All schools closed
University Updates
Universities also faced scheduling changes due to the weather:
- Dalhousie University, Halifax campuses: Opening delayed until 10 a.m.
- Dalhousie University, Truro campus: Reopening at noon
- Saint Mary’s University: Delayed opening until 10 a.m.
- Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC): Akerley and Ivany campuses open at 11:30 a.m.
- Mount Saint Vincent University: Delayed opening until noon
- NSCAD: All campuses delayed until noon
- Atlantic School of Theology: Closed until 11:30 a.m.
Municipal Services Adjustments
Municipal offices, including Planning & Development permit offices and Customer Service Centres, are delaying their opening until 10 a.m. Employees who can work remotely have been encouraged to do so. Essential services continue to operate, including 311, winter operations, and Halifax Transit.
Halifax Transit and Solid Waste Collection
Halifax Transit has implemented snow routes for bus services, and there are currently no ferry service disruptions, apart from ongoing issues with the Alderney ferry. Solid waste collection will proceed as scheduled, with residents reminded to place materials at the curb after 7 a.m.
Support for Individuals Experiencing Homelessness
As temperatures drop, the municipality’s After-Hours Individualized Mobile Engagement (AIM) team has reached out to people experiencing homelessness. They provide information on available shelters and transport assistance where possible. Emergency shelters funded by the Province of Nova Scotia have temporarily increased capacity to accommodate those in need.
Emergency Shelter Locations
Emergency shelters are available at the following locations:
- 2029 North Park Street, Halifax
- Multi-Purpose Centre of the Halifax Forum, 6210 Young Street, Halifax
- St. Patrick’s Church, 2262 Brunswick Street, Halifax
- 197-199 Windmill Road, Dartmouth
- Beacon House Shelter, 125 Metropolitan Avenue, Lower Sackville
Individuals in need can call 211 for assistance with emergency support, shelter beds, or warm places to stay. Emergency shelters remain open during storms to ensure the safety of all individuals seeking shelter.
