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Thank You HRFE!

Added on by the ikebana shop.

A couple of weeks ago (Mar 8th, 2024 to be exact), there was a fire alarm raised at the CIBC building, which was 2 doors down from our shop. It seemed there was a report of smoke coming out of their roof. The HRFE (Halifax Regional Fire and Emergency) promptly came to check them out. Among others, they brought in a fire truck with an aerial ladder so that they could inspect the building’s roof.

Thankfully, the CIBC building had not caught fire and our corner of Quinpool Road eventually returned to its peaceful pace. But before they left, the fireman who was up on the ladder came knocking at our door. He said that while he was up there, he also had a good look at our roof. Apparently, a lot of shingles were gone and he could see bare wood! It was in dire need of repair and we would never have known.

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We found a roofing company to fix it. They promptly came and got the job done over a weekend. They said we did it in the nick of time. Had we waited a while longer, we would’ve had a major problem on our hands, leaks and all! If ever you need a roof fixed, call Chris at Central Roofing. They can be trusted.

We never got the fireman’s name but we are really indebted to him. He could have just left us alone and minded his own business; but he went out of his way to warn us about our roof. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

And, this is why we love Halifax. Kindness still abounds!

Face Masks Now Optional & Encouraged

Added on by the ikebana shop.

Mar 21st, 2022, COVID-19 restrictions are eased in NS. Masks are now optional, but still very much welcome and encouraged inside the shop.

We continue to offer curbside pick-up and delivery (fees apply) options if that's more comfortable for you.

Respect. No judgement, no argument.

Feb 2022 Ikebana Lessons Cancelled

Added on by the ikebana shop.

We hope you are all well and keeping safe. The omicron wave seems to have not abated yet. We have decided to stay on the safe side and cancel February ikebana lessons as well. We are really sorry for this but we feel that it is not yet the time to relax our guard.

Feb 2nd (Wed) lesson CANCELLED
Feb 23rd (Wed) lesson CANCELLED

We hope March will be better. In the meantime, please take care and maybe practice at home! We look forward to seeing you again when the time is right.

Thank you for your understanding.

Jan 2022 Ikebana Lessons Cancelled

Added on by the ikebana shop.

In the midst of this Covid-19 omicron variant onslaught, we have decided that it is best to cancel ikebana lessons for January. Let's sacrifice being away for now so that we may be able to have lessons again when the time is right. Each of us have different comfort levels about mingling. Some may be more vulnerable than others and some may be in close contact with more vulnerable persons. We took all of these in consideration and thought it best not to have our group activity (even if Public Health may still allow it.)

Jan 19th (Wed) lesson CANCELLED
Jan 23rd (Sun) lessons CANCELLED

We will be monitoring developments and decide on the February lessons in a few weeks time.

We apologize for any inconvenience. Please take care, stay safe and we hope to see you all in more comfortable circumstances.

Happy New Year 2022!

Added on by the ikebana shop.

明けましておめでとうございます! Akemashite omedetou gozaimasu! Welcome Year of the Tiger!

Our challenges continued through 2021. We probably had more downs than ups but we soldier on! May the Tiger’s ferocity and strength help us power through 2022!