After years away, I knew Halifax would’ve barely changed, with the exception that every great (and driven) friend of mine left, too. Outside of university clubs, there are no friendly socials in this city (unless you like book clubs, gaming or have an interest in local art). Who has ever seen such a bare meet-up selection? No wonder everyone feels lonely. Halifax: Act like a big city and start making it easier for people to meet new friends, then maybe they wouldn’t all leave for greener pastures. Especially for a city that prides itself on immigrants and newcomers. Oh and, just a heads-up, not everything social needs to involve drinking.
—Abandoned
This article appears in Nov 1-7, 2018.
Alcohol is pass; we chill now.
Any ideas??
You’re not alone. I feel the same way. Seems impossible to meet anyone in this city after 25. The isolation is incredibly painful.
My advice is to get out and participate in lots of mixed-gender activities. Nobody is going to show up at your door. Do co-ed sports, take HRM Recreation programs, do volunteer work, take a cooking class, join a hiking club, take language lessons. You will feel less isolated. You will also meet lots of single people who are doing these things to get out and meet people – maybe one like you.
Get out there Rick!!
Sorry to learn you can’t find suitable friends. Try googling the words “Halifax meetup “. On this site you’ll find 50+ clubs/groups to suit most tastes.
Already met-up
Most people there tend to stick with their high school or junior high school circle of friends.
Pretty sad really.