This is just one of those 'git 'er done' type things. If you're sick of the bums ripping open your…read moreclear blue bags and taking all your bottles the night before pick up or that random van that drives around and steals the whole bag in the 30secs you were in the house getting the rest of the trash, you can always bring the bottles that require a deposit to this 'Enviro Depot' where they'll refund you half your deposit. A full bag is usually a couple bucks worth of stuff. This is the closest one to the downtown and is probably more useful for SMU students than carless Dal students. The other option is to sort your recycling so the bums can just take the whole bag and then there's no curbside mess to deal with. If you choose to sort and store, be sure to rinse well and keep the bag tight or you can expect a fruit fly explosion.

I first attended the Youth Project as an in-the-closet teen. Through a hilarious (in retrospect)…read moremix-up, I had my mom drive me 30 minutes to Halifax, lied about why she was driving me to Halifax, asked her to kill two hours of her precious time and not ask too many questions because "God, Mom!" all to discover I'd arrived on the wrong night for the boys' group. The Youth Project helped me connect with other kids my own age who understood what I was going through. The advice and assistance of those a few years older than me made the transition of coming out and living out much easier. I recently had the good fortune to visit the Youth Project as an adult and they are still offering great support and services to LGBTQ* kids.

This store has been going down hill for at least several years. From high prices, chaotic messes,…read morerampant drug use outside of the building during work hours. Multiple workers complained about being underpaid and being poorly treated by management. I recently had a bad experience prompting me to voice my concern. I was outside the front door where a lady was yelling and screaming. She was smoking a pipe. Employees just stood by. The fact that this is just so normal to everyone there scares me. I am 78 years old. I will not be returning. Buyer beware!

This thrift store has the friendliest staff - they seem to genuinely be happy to be there and eager…read moreto chat to you. It makes a big difference when you're looking through the racks to have a friendly face telling you about the deals rather than feeling like you're in the way, which I've experienced at other thrift stores in the past. There are two floors to this shop - today the second floor was wedding themed, which was amazing. There were also formal dresses, jewellery, handbags and suits on display upstairs - anything you might need if you were going to or planning a wedding. It was fun poking through the wedding dresses and seeing right in front of you how much styles have changed throughout the decades! Downstairs there is a "front" that has racks of clothing and some jewellery and in the back, you'll find some homewares and yet even more clothing. Shoes, winter coats, and kids clothes are back there. The prices at Hand in Hand are amazing!! You won't find any almost-full-price goods here. If the item wasn't priced it was $4, and Friday's are student discount days! (Good to know!) We found an amazing hot pink pineapple print dress...definitely not for me, but one of our friends was so excited to be getting it. This is the kind of thrift store I enjoy being in - it really feels like you could find rare treasures here if you just had enough time.

Always gracious when we are donating or purchasing. Great…read moreplace. North vans is the very best.

I have been a loyal customer of this thrift store for many years, donating regularly and shopping…read morethere often. Recently, after donating a bag of Christmas items and children's toys, I tried to use a 20% discount coupon. My purchase totaled $19.97, but I was denied the discount because it was not exactly $20. The supervisor refused to round it up, even though pennies are no longer used in Canada. For a store that relies on community donations, choosing two cents over customer goodwill is disappointing.

Excellent little consignment store! A range of prices, but I managed to find a beautiful dress…read more(that I've received lots of compliments on!) for $150 when I retails for well over $1000!!! The cashier was super personable and nice, and while the store does have small stock, I would absolutely visit again just to see what's new. Very happy to find a store that doesn't mark up vintage/high end pieces an exorbitant amount like a lot of other consignment stores in the Halifax area.

From the owner: A chic boutique located in the heart of Downtown Dartmouth, we offer a mix of new and gently…read morepre-loved designer pieces at heavily discounted prices. With a number of contacts that includes both large distributors and local consigners, we are able to provide our clientele with the most current and sought after labels; think Michael Kors, Smythe, Kate Spade, Tory Burch and more. We strive to create the most unique shopping experience, and hand select only the best pieces to offer our customers. Pop in to have a browse through our ever changing stock, and let our amazing staff style you for any occasion.

Psychedelic dance parties with records spinning and projected oil art dripping across the walls;…read morelive music blazing while sweaty bodies jump and bump to the solid beat; inspired local art adorning the walls while patrons peruse, chatting and poking about: This is the Khyber. Everything and anything cool as dirt and art related. The space is amazing. Climbing the stairs you feel like you could be in any city, about to embark on a secret night. You'll see smiles, wild dance moves, great style and a lot of happy people on any given night at the Khyber. It's my favorite space in this city. If you're into a scene that's a little off the grid, check it out - if nothing else, you'll admire the historic nature of the building and the amount of life that one old place can house.

The building has a few weird rooms where you can check out live shows. Weird in the sense that it…read moremay feel like you're a big empty white room. Or it may be a big white room with very strange art on the wall. There is a pretty cool group of bands that frequent the Khyber and typically they put on fun and energetic shows. There is something special about catching a secret show there at 2 a.m. If you're a Joel Plaskett fan, be sure to check the place out so you can understand the album "Down At The Khyber" a little more. Be sure to bring cash for beer. The fridge usually is stacked with local Propeller beer, my favourite beer in the city. A lot of people work hard to keep the place going and it is vital for the Halifax arts scene. Definitely a place worth visiting and spending some money to help out.

When my friend asked me to come to the Legion with him one Friday night I shrugged my nose thinking…read morethey are for elderly people. Well boy was i surprised what a hoot this place it. Not only are the drink super cheap and flowing fast and furious the dance floor is on fire. Friday night was Karaoke night which was really fun. Yes the Legion is filled with the regulars but it is always nice to add some spice to things. What a great bunch of people here at this location that are always up for a good time. Drop on by and belt out a tune..

The Royal Canadian Legion is located right across from the post office…read more Anyone who knows the Legion's knows that there are a lot of stories and lets say, not all the truth, over many a beer here. It is a place where you can only go if you are a member. You have to have served in one of the services or be a able to prove you are a spouse or child etc. The rules are very long and I would suggest going to the site to have a look. The Legions are know for their Levey's at Christmas. It is the one time of year that beer is free and you can usually get it without being a member. Levey's are fun, we use to do a circuit of them. The Legion is a place that serves its regulars and is a great place for our Vets to go and be appreciated.

Whether you're thinking about volunteering your time, or making a food or monetary donation, please…read moreconsider Feed Nova Scotia. The non-for-profit organization located on the Bedford Highway helps to distribute food to 38,000 people every month. The organization receives food donations from grocers, suppliers and individuals and then transports the food to one of it's 150 food-agencies (e.g. churches, shelters, soup-kitchens, etc.) where the food is then distributed to people in need. It is truly a very worthwhile cause!

I've run a food drive at work for the past 2 holiday season, this one being my third…read more The folks at FEED NOVA SCOTIA have always been great with helping organize and answer questions. If you haven't already you should seriously consider helping them out! Every little bit counts. FEED NOVA SCOTIA collects all food donations and distributes them so people in our communities will have food on the table. There is no such thing as too small donation. They will make sure all donations get stretched as far as possible. If monetary is more your speed they can do that too. While everyone is in the spirit of giving this time of year, please consider helping them out throughout the rest of the year as well. This really is a worthwhile cause. Please give.

Im an actual resident of the area this shop is supposedly pictured at and its not the same…read morebuilding. Problem 1. Google street view it and see it is not even remotely close to the same location. Those here talking about how great it is to be in are not being honest and using reposts of the store front kind of shows anyone whos been here they're false reviews. Don't know why they're using false information here. You need to know the location has a store and has things in it, but by NO means is it anything like what you're told here. MY personal experiences are that its selection is sparce and cramped but it is still a used item store and might have what you need.

Great Things in Store is great for those on a budget, now a days that is just about anyone…read more Keep in mind though, they will also take your stuff. If you are upgrading, give your furniture to them, it is all for a great cause. The Parker Street Food Bank. Someone will buy your stuff. I went in, there was some great things, I saw this really cool mirror I might go back for. The people here are always great, most of them volunteer. Support this please.