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The Upper Hammonds Plains Community Development Association (UHPCDA) is thrilled you have taken time to visit us online.
If this is your first, I extend to you a friendly hello! If you’ve been here before, welcome back! It’s nice knowing you found something you care to see again. We hope you enjoy your visit…
The Upper Hammonds Plains Community Development Association operates the Upper Hammonds Plains Community Centre for all residents, businesses and organizations in the greater Upper Hammonds Plains, NS area to enjoy – with the primary focus to provide programs and services for the benefit of the African Nova Scotian residents of Upper Hammonds Plains as we work together and stand on the shoulders of our ancestors to preserve, strengthen and build the African Nova Scotian community of Upper Hammonds Plains.
Revenues from facility and sign rentals help to support the building fund, annual operating costs of the facility, community activities and events for youth and seniors.
The UHPCDA was incorporated with the province – September 28, 1970 and has been proudly serving its community ever since. Key community involvement has included the Upper Hammonds Plains Community Land Trust, Upper Hammonds Plains Community Cemetery, Upper Hammonds Plains Volunteer Fire Department, Upper Hammonds Plains Melvin Land Tract Protection Society, and partnering with Emmanuel Baptist Church.
APRIL IS PACKED WITH FUN! We’ve got an AMAZING lineup of programs this month and the energy is high! From family fun and hands-on activities to chances to connect, learn, and laugh together—there’s something exciting happening all month long
Youth Easter Egg Hunt
Parenting Support Classes
Bowling Outing+ MORE
Get ready for special events, returning favorites, and a few extra surprises you won’t want to miss
Grab a friend, bring the kids, and come be part of the fun—April is going to be a good one!
*programming for parents, guardians or caregivers of children 0-18
*registration is required for all programs
Uhpsignup@gmail.com (youth programs)
Uhpfamilyresource@gmail.com (family programs)
Easter Egg Hunt is THIS WEEKEND! Bring the whole family and join us for an afternoon of fun as children search for Easter eggs and celebrate with the community!
April 4, 2026
1:00 PM
UHP Community Centre – 711 Pockwock Rd
Ages 2 and up (Ages 2–5 must be accompanied by an adult)
Registration is required and spots are limited.
Register at: uhpsignup@gmail.comWe can’t wait to celebrate Easter with you!
A community takes housing into its own hands in Upper Hammonds Plains | PNI Atlantic News
Building Strong FamiliesWe are excited to invite African Nova Scotian (ANS) parents to join us for our Building Strong Families session! This welcoming space is designed to support and empower families through connection, learning, and shared experiences.
Refreshments
Door Prizes
Child Care Provided
April 11, 2026
10:00 AM – 1:00 PMUpper Hammonds Plains Community Centre711 Pockwock Road
This session is for ANS parents, guardians, and caregivers supporting ANS children and youth ages 0-18.
Come connect with other families and learn from certified family educators working to strengthen our community and support brighter futures for our children.
Sign up: 902-835-3511
uhpfamilyresource@gmail.com
As part of this work, I’m looking to speak with African Nova Scotian individuals who have gone through probate to better understand their experiences and identify areas for improvement.
Interviews: Week of April 19
Honorarium provided
Email: accounts@lawreform.ns.ca to schedule an interview!Spots are limited, so reach out soon if you’re interested!
If you’re interested, please complete the Google Form below:
https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSdsf…/viewform
Kindly note: this is not a volunteer sign-up sheet for the event day. This form is for individuals interested in helping plan Can Jam, including logistics, promotion, and general event support.
Meetings will be held monthly, both in person and online.
Gratitude and Growth: UHPCDA Receives $30,000 to Elevate Community Leadership and Impact 🎉
“This is more than building homes, it is about reclamation, agency, honoring our history, and ensuring that families in our community have access to housing for generations to come”, said Curtis Whiley, our Founder and President.
We are deeply grateful to our incredible partners who helped make this moment possible:
HarbourTown Group
CHF Canada
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) Société canadienne d’hypothèques et de logement(SCHL)
Stewart McKelvey
Community Housing Management Network
Canadian Network of Community Land Trusts
This is just the beginning. The future of community-led housing is here, rooted in the vision and resilience of Upper Hammonds Plains!
We are proud to share that we have secured funding through the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) Co-op Housing Development Program. The Upper Hammonds Plains Community Land Trust (UHPCLT) will receive $61.2 million to build 136 new co-op homes—and we have officially incubated a new housing co-operative, the Upper Hammonds Plains Housing Co-op (UHPHC).
This means 136 new townhome units are coming to our historic African Nova Scotian community—marking the largest Black-led housing development of its kind in Nova Scotia.
This milestone reflects years of community visioning, organizing, and perseverance. Together, we are reclaiming land, building housing, and creating a legacy of community-led development grounded in dignity, affordability, and self-determination.
We are deeply grateful to our community and to all our supporters.
Transformation is possible! We are proving the power of the Community Land Trust model to break the barriers of disenfranchisement and open the door to incredible possibilities.
This is only the beginning. Let’s keep building—for us, by us.
We want to recognize and celebrate the incredible work of Curtis Whiley and the entire board of the Upper Hammonds Plains Community Land Trust (UHPCLT). Your efforts are truly transformational — helping to reverse the impacts of gentrification and reclaim what is rightfully ours.
This is more than a victory; it’s a legacy in motion. There’s still more work to do, but with the continued support of the community, we believe even greater progress is ahead.
To the youth of Upper Hammonds Plains: we see you, we believe in you, and we are beyond proud of what you’re accomplishing. You are the next generation of leaders — our ancestors are smiling.
Pride doesn’t even begin to describe what we feel. Keep rising, keep leading, and never forget — you are the legacy and the future of Upper Hammonds Plains. The best is yet to come. 👊🏾❤️
Gina Jones Wilson Has Been Volunteering In Her Community For Over 40 Years And Is Currently Working Hard Getting The New Community Centre Up And Running.
K8 Kares – Upper Hammonds Plains Community Development Association – February 1, 2024 • 52 secs
