Latest News
June 25, 2020
PHCC Fitness Centre
The Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre Fitness Centre and walking track will re-open Tuesday, August 4th. Information on hours of operation and new Fitness Centre Covid-19 protocol will follow.
Thank you so much for your patience and we look forward to seeing everyone soon!...
June 18, 2020
Outdoor Spaces Reopening
Following the provincial announcement today, the playground is open. This includes the tennis courts, basketball courts, the play structures, the recreation fields, and the pump track. We are awaiting the province’s decision on the reopening of splashpads.
Please adhere to the Covid-19 regulations, as outlined today by the...
May 04, 2020
Civic Centre Opened to the Public
The Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre is now open to the public 8:30-4:30 p.m.. We look forward to...
March 27, 2020
David Francey concert postponed to 2021.
The David Francey concert scheduled for May 16 at the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre has been postponed to May 15, 2021. Refunds are on their way to previous ticket buyers, and we hope this new date will be of interest to those who had supported the...
March 23, 2020
Volunteer Income Tax Preparation Program
The Volunteer Income Tax Preparation Program which was previously scheduled at the Civic Centre has been postponed until further...
March 18, 2020
Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre Update
PRESS RELEASE – March 18, 2020
Port Hawkesbury – Town of Port Hawkesbury Coronavirus (Covid-19) Preparedness Plan and Intervention Measures
- The Novel Coronavirus (Covid -19) Pandemic Preparedness Plan is available for the public on the Town Website - www.townofporthawkesbury.ca
- The Port Hawkesbury Civic...
March 17, 2020
Performance Cancellations
The Port Hawkesbury performances of Evans and Doherty, McCartney Years and Island Girls have been cancelled. If you have paid by cash or debit you will receive a cheque by mail, not at the box office. If you have paid by credit card your card will be refunded. This will take us sometime to process, so your patience is greatly...
March 15, 2020
Town of Port Hawkesbury Coronavirus (Covid 19) Preparedness and Intervention Measures
March 16, 2020
Port Hawkesbury – Town of Port Hawkesbury Coronavirus (Covid 19) Preparedness and Intervention Measures
At a special emergency meeting of Council, Sunday, March 15, it was decided that the following closures will take place effective...
March 13, 2020
Evans and Doherty cancelled
CANCELLED
The March 21 scheduled Evans and Doherty concert has been cancelled.
Please drop by the box office and arrangements will be made for a refund. Thank...
March 02, 2020
Afterschool Skate Cancellation
Please note after school skating is cancelled on Monday March 2, 2020. We apologize for any inconvenience this may...
February 27, 2020
Fitness Centre Open House
We will be hosting an Open House at the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre Fitness Centre on Sunday, March 1 from 10:00-2:00 p.m. The community is invited to drop by and check out the Fit Pass offerings and chat with instructors and fitness providers. See you there. Doors open at 6:00 a.m. Monday, March 2 for gym...
February 27, 2020
PRE-TOURNAMENT CAMP SCHEDULE TO INCLUDE THE PORT HAWKESBURY CIVIC CENTRE AS PART OF THE 2020 IIHF WOMEN’S WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS
PRE-TOURNAMENT CAMP SCHEDULE TO INCLUDE THE PORT HAWKESBURY CIVIC CENTRE AS PART OF THE 2020 IIHF WOMEN’S WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS
As excitement continues to build in Nova Scotia with the 2020 IIHF Women’s World Championship being hosted in Halifax and Truro in just over one month, the Town of Port Hawkesbury is pleased...
February 24, 2020
PHCC Fitness Centre - Fit Pass Information
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February 18, 2020
Skate Cancellations
Due to the High School Hockey Regional Championships taking place from Feb. 20-23rd, the following skates will be cancelled:
Adult/Senior Skating: Feb. 21, 2020
Afterschool Skating: Feb. 21, 2020
Public Skating: Feb. 22,...
February 14, 2020
Family Day Skate
There will be a Free Family Day Skate on Monday, Feb. 17th from...
February 14, 2020
Public Skate Cancellation
Please note Public Skating is cancelled on Saturday, Feb. 15th, 2020 in order to accomodate the Port Hawkesbury Paper Tournament - Novice Division. We apologize for any inconvenience this may...
February 13, 2020
Afterschool Skate Cancellation
Afterschool Skating, scheduled for Friday, Feb. 14th, at 3pm is cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience this may...
February 13, 2020
Video of Town of Port Hawkesbury
https://youtu.be/ZygFWTuM9NA
We have a new video on the Town of Port Hawkesbury and we hope you will get a chance to give it a look. Great to share with friends and those who are...
February 12, 2020
Participate in our Gym Survey
The Town of Port Hawkesbury is gathering information to better understand your fitness needs. In order to do so we are asking that you complete the survey at
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PortHawkesburyCivicCentreGym
We also have hard copies of the survey at the Civic Centre and we would be happy to mail one to you if you prefer. For...
January 31, 2020
YMCA Port Hawkesbury Ending Operations on Feb. 22, 2020
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January 22, 2020
Upcoming Shows
March 21 Evans and Doherty 7:30 Bear Head Conference Room
April 17 Island Girls 7:30 SAERC Auditorium
May 9 Berenstein Bears 2:00 Bear Head Conference Room
May16 David Francey 7:30 Bear Head Conference Room
Tickets available...
January 21, 2020
Public Skate Cancellation
Please note Public Skating is cancelled on Saturday, January 25th, 2020 in order to accomodate the 42nd Annual Tiger Mackie Oldtimer's Hockey Tournament. We apologize for any inconvenience this may...
January 15, 2020
Nellie Fraser Exhibition
The J. Franklin Wright Gallery will be hosting the opening of Nellie Fraser's Exhibit, January23 at 6:30 p.m. and everyone is welcome to attend.
Nellie Fraser, a lifelong resident of Nova Scotia, was a part time oil painter before retiring in 2017. She was 1st introduced to felt as an artistic medium in...
December 27, 2019
Drop In Skate Schedule - Dec. 27th - Dec. 31st
Dec. 27th
Parent & Tot Skating: 9am-10am
Adult/Senior Skating: 12-2pm
Dec. 28th
Public Skating: 1:30-3:00pm
Dec. 30th
Parent & Tot Skating: 10-11am
Adult/Senior Skating: 12-2pm
Afterschool Skating: 3-4pm
Dec. 31st
First Night Celebrations Free Skate: ...
December 16, 2019
Skating Cancellations
Parent & Tot Skating and Adult/Senior Skating will be cancelled on Tues. Dec. 17th & Wed. Dec. 18th. We apologize for any inconvenience this may...
December 09, 2019
Public Skating Cancellation
Public Skating regularly scheduled for Sat. Dec. 14th, has been cancelled. We apologize for any incovenience this may...
December 06, 2019
Tis the Season Sold Out
The December 7 Tis the Season perofmrance is sold out. Thank you for your...
December 05, 2019
The Craft Group
The Craft Group began over 40 years ago when a group fro Port Hawkesbury got together over the spring and fall months to work on projects of artistic interest and appeal. Originally a group comprised of twenty participants, today there are eight members from the strait area, including two of the original members. Over the...
October 27, 2019
Steven Page - January 16, 2020
Steven Page will be performing at the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre January 16, 2020. Tickets will be available at the Civic Centre box office, Tuesday, October 29 at 10:00 a.m., online at www.phcivic.com and by phone 902-625-2591.
Presented by 1015 the Hawk, Maritime Inn Port Hawkesbury and the Reporter.
Steven...
October 25, 2019
Lennie Gallant's The Innkeeper's Christmas Concert - November 23
Lennie Gallant's The Innkeeper's Christmas Concert
November 23, SAERC Auditorium
This promises to be an spectacular evening of music. The concert is named after the artist’s much loved song, 'The Innkeeper'’. The song is a redemption story told from the point of view of that rather unsavoury...
October 18, 2019
Jenn Grant to perform at Shannon Studio
Nova Scotia's own, Jenn Grant, will be performing at the Shannon Studio, Saturday October 26 at 7:30 p.m.. Tickets may be purchased at the Civic Centre box office, www.phcivic.com. or by calling...
October 18, 2019
Lisa Harrison Exhibit
Lisa Harrison Exhibit
Born in Scarborough, Ontario and raised in Brook Village, Cape Breton, Lisa is a self taught artist. When Lisa is not at work with her friends at L'Arche she can be found in Nevada Valley spending time with her family and creating art.
Please join us for the opening.
October 24 at 6:30 pm.
J. Franklin...
October 16, 2019
Skating Cancellations
In preparation for Celtic Colours, all Public Skating (Parent & Tot Skating, Senior Skating, & Afterschool Skating) will be cancelled from Oct. 17, 2019 until Oct. 21, 2019. We apologize for any inconvenience this may...
October 09, 2019
Job Opportunity - Finance Clerk
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September 30, 2019
Pubic Swim Schedule
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September 30, 2019
Public Skate Schedule
Public Skate Schedule
Parent and Tot Skate
Monday to Friday 10:00-11:00
Drop in fee: $2.00
Senior/Adult Skate
Monday to Friday 12:00-2:00
Drop in fee: $3.00
Half year pass: $50.00 Full year pass: $100.00
Afterschool Skating
Monday Wednesday &...
August 20, 2019
Employment Opportunity
Permanent Employment Opportunity
Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre
Arena and Facilities Operator
The Town of Port Hawkesbury and the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre are accepting applications for an Arena and Facility Operator
As a member of our Team, the successful candidate will deliver exceptional customer service, enthusiasm, and...
August 20, 2019
Terry Fox Run- September 15
Terry Fox Run 2019
Date: Sunday, Sept. 15th
Time: 1:00 pm
Location: Port Hawkesbury Community Park
This year celebrates the 39TH Anniversary of the Terry Fox Run! Come join us Sunday, Sept. 15th to walk, run or bike 1 km, 5 km or 10 km Road Route OR walk the Port Hawkesbury Community Trail from the Playground to TEC and back. A...
July 30, 2019
The Cape Breton Summertime Revue
Showtime for the Cape Breton Summertime Revue is 7:30 p.m.. Doors open at 6:30...
July 30, 2019
Expressions of Interest - Canteen & Food Services
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July 30, 2019
Dave Gunning to perform September 21 Shannon Studio
With a career spanning over two decades and 12 albums. Dave Gunning is one of Canada’s finest singer-songwriters who has earned multiple Canadian Folk Music Awards, a Juno nomination and eight East Coast Music Awards for his well-crafted work. Dave has gained a reputation for being a great storyteller, and engaging performer who has the...
June 17, 2019
Canadian Country Superstars George Canyon and Aaron Pritchett to perform December 12
They will be performing at the SAERC Auditorium, December 12 with tickets going on sale July 22 at the Civic Centre box office, or by calling 902-625-2591 or online at www.phcivic.com. Canadian country legends and multiple CCMA Award winners George Canyon and Aaron Pritchett announced today they will be hitting the...
June 13, 2019
New Rainbow Crosswalk Added
Today, with the help of students from SAERC and the Town of Port Hawkesbury PublicWorks staff, a new rainbow crosswalk was installed in front of the building....
May 23, 2019
Blood Donor Clinic
The next Canadian Blood Services Blood Donor Clinic will be held at the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre May 29 1:00-3:00 and 5:00 - 8:00, May 30 1:00-3:00 and 5:00-7:00. To book an appointment call...
May 14, 2019
Student Art Exhibit
The opening for the Student Art Exhibit will be Thursday, May 16 at 7:00 p.m at the J. Franklin Wright Gallery. The public is encouraged to attend. Light refreshments will be...
April 29, 2019
BETTE IS BACK! AND THE REVUE CREW IS SET TO TRAVEL!
THE SECRET IS OUT! After wrapping up a highly successful 8-season stint as the quick-witted and hilarious Trudy Walsh on the hit CBC comedy show Mr. D, and a stellar tour of the music and comedy show, Island Girls, Bette MacDonald has announced her return to The Cape Breton Summertime Revue. But that’s not all! The show may be...
March 29, 2019
Gerry Dee - July 3
GERRY DEE
Comedian and TV personality Gerry Dee has been making audiences laugh for two decades and will be performing at the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre, July 3, 2019. 20 Years of Stand Up presented by Shopbrain. Dee will take his trademark humour about marriage, fatherhood, and his years as a teacher to Port Hawkesbury. Tickets are on sale...
March 19, 2019
Over and Under- The Journey of Weaving Exhibition
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March 18, 2019
Wish Upon a Purse
Join in this fun filled evening of helping grant a child's WISH!
Volunteers are gathering gently used and new purses to put up for sale on Saturday April 6, 2019 at Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre- Bear Head Room
Tickets for the event is $10.00 per person advance tickets or $12.00 at the door.
We will be looking for vendors to attend this...
March 18, 2019
Port Hawkesbury Paper Hockey Tournament Schedule
2019 PHP Tournament...
March 16, 2019
Public Skating - Time Change
Public Skating on Saturday March 16, 2019 will take place from 12-1pm. We apologize for any inconvenience this may...
March 04, 2019
PHCC Closure
The PHCC will be closing at 1:30pm today, due to inclement...
February 21, 2019
Group of 27 - J. Franklin Wright Gallery
Group of 27 Exhibit- J. Franklin Wright Gallery
The Group of 27 is a group of women and men that has the same interest - to learn a few painting skills. Some members had discovered their passion years ago, some had never picked up a brush, squeezed a tube of paint nor blended colors. We are there for the same reasons: to learn how to tap into...
February 21, 2019
Group of 27
Group of 27 Exhibit- J. Franklin Wright Gallery
The Group of 27 is a group of women and men that has the same interest - to learn a few painting skills. Some members had discovered their passion years ago, some had never picked up a brush, squeezed a tube of paint nor blended colors. We are there for the same reasons: to learn how to tap into...
February 20, 2019
Coig tickets on sale Monday, February 25.
We are excited to announce that tickets for the May 11 performance of Coig will go on sale Monday, February 25 at the Civic Centre box office. A great night with the the best of the best of traditional...
February 16, 2019
Heritage Day Holiday - Feb. 18, 2019
The Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre will be closed on Monday, February 18, 2019, in observation of the Heritage Day...
February 13, 2019
Noon Closure
The Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre will be closing today at 12 noon due to impending...
January 26, 2019
Public Skate Cancellation
Please note Public Skating is cancelled on Saturday, January 26th, 2019 in order to accomodate the 41st Annual Tiger Mackie Oldtimer's Hockey Tournament. We apologize for any inconvenience this may...
January 15, 2019
Madison Violet - April 26
Date and Time: March 9, 7:30 p.m.
Address: 606 Reeves Street
Venue: Shannon Studio
Email: phcc@mac.com
Website: http://www.phcivic.com
Madison Violet will be performing in the Shannon Studio, April 26 at 7:30 p.m. For those who don’t know of Madison Violet, it all began in 1999. Brenley...
January 15, 2019
Evans and Doherty- March 9
Date and Time: 2019-03-09, 07:30:00 PM
Address: 606 Reeves Street
Venue: Bear Head
Email: phcc@mac.com
Website: http://www.phcivic.com
Kevin Evans & Brian Doherty have been an integral part of the East Coast music scene for thirty four years and have been...
January 02, 2019
Afterschool Skate Cancellation
The Afterschool Skate originally scheduled for 3pm on Jan. 2, at the PHCC has been...
December 21, 2018
Holiday Drop-In Skate Schedule
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December 19, 2018
Christmas Holiday Schedule
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November 16, 2018
Strait Pirate Game Cancellation
Nov. 16th, 2018 - Due to inclement weather, tonight's Pirate game is...
November 14, 2018
Public Skate Schedule
Public Skate Schedule
- Parent and Tot Skate- Monday to Friday 10:00-11:00 a.m. Drop in $2.00
- Senior/Adult Skate- Monday to Friday 12:00-2:00 p.m. Drop in 3.00, Half year pass $50, Full year pass $100.00
- After School Skate - Mon., Wed., Friday 3:00-4:00 Drop in $1.00
- Public Skate- Saturdays...
November 02, 2018
Prime Suspects: Canada’s Prime Ministers in Caricature by Bruce MacKinnon Travels to Port Hawkesbury
Prime Suspects: Canada’s Prime Ministers in Caricature by Bruce MacKinnon Travels to Port Hawkesbury
In this solo exhibition, opening at the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre on November 26, 2018, Halifax-based artist and editorial cartoonist Bruce MacKinnon will showcase his suite of caricature-portraits of Canada’s prime...
November 02, 2018
Public Skate Schedule Change
Please note for this week only, our free Public Skate scheduled for Saturday has been moved to Sunday, Nov. 4th, from 12:30pm-2pm. We apologize for any inconvenience this may...
October 29, 2018
Second Tis the Season show added- December 9
We have added a second Tis the Season show for Sunday, December 9 at 7:30. Tickets are available at the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre box office, online at www.phcivic.com or by calling...
October 22, 2018
Parent & Tot Skating Schedule Change
On Tues. Oct. 23, 2018, Parent & Tot Skating will be held from 9-10am. We apologize for any inconvenience this may...
October 09, 2018
Blood Donor Clinic
The next Canadian Blood Donor Clinic scheduled at the Port Hawkesvbury Civic Centre will be held October 10 and11. Please call 1-888-2-Donate to book your...
October 02, 2018
Jimmy Rankin November 17 performance sold out.
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September 26, 2018
Tis the Season 12
Tis the Season 12
December 8 – SAERC Auditorium – 7:30 p.m.
Tickets: $36.00
‘Tis the Season 12 brings award-winning actor, singer and comedy performer Bette MacDonald and talented partner Maynard Morrison together with a cast of comedy/musical talent second to none.
‘Tis the Season is all about giving the audience...
September 05, 2018
Arena Board Advertising Program
The arena board advertising program is a great way for you to get your message out. If you would like to discuss available space, please call...
August 27, 2018
Gord Bamford- Honkytonks and Dive Bars Tour
With a 16 combined JUNO/CCMA award wins, Gord Bamford is bringing his Honkytonks and Dive Bars Tour to the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre, December 6. Tickets on sale Thursday at 10:00 a.m.. Online at www.phcivic.com, in person at the Civic Centre box office or by calling...
August 09, 2018
Jimmy Rankin to perform at Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre- November 17- Sold Out
JIMMY RANKIN FROM NASHVILLE TO NOVA SCOTIA WITH NEW ALBUM, MOVING EAST
BRINGS THE PARTY TO THE KITCHEN Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre, November 17 at 8:00 p.m.
Tickets will be available August 9, online at www.phcivic.com, or by calling the box office at 902-625-2591. If you’d like to make an evening out of it, there is a party...
June 26, 2018
Brett Kissel Performing at the Civic Centre- Second show added
Second show added for the BRETT KISSEL ANNOUNCES PART 2 OF HIS 2018 ‘WE WERE THAT SONG’ CROSS-CANADA TOUR
Brett Kissel - the CCMA Awards' reigning Male Artist of the Year - has announced Part 2 of his “We Were That Song” tour and will be performing at the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre, October 8. Tickets for the...
May 09, 2018
Port Hawkesbury Ceilidh Market
Port Hawkesbury Ceilidh Market – Fresh Beginnings
The Port Hawkesbury Ceilidh Market will open this July in the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre.
The new market’s name is inspired by the traditional meaning of Ceilidh as a visit or a gathering. Organizers hope that the spirit of the...
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