Hatchet Lake (Halifax Regional Municipality)
Hatchet Lake | |
|---|---|
  Hatchet Lake Location within Nova Scotia | |
| Coordinates: 44°34′N 63°43′W / 44.567°N 63.717°W | |
| Country | Canada |
| Province | Nova Scotia |
| Municipality | Halifax Regional Municipality |
| Postal code | B3T |
Hatchet Lake is a community in the Canadian province of Nova Scotia, located on Prospect Road.[1] It is part of the Halifax Regional Municipality and serves as one of the rural communities situated west of Halifax. The community is largely residential, sharing a name with a nearby lake.
History
The early years
According to the official website for the Prospect Road Communities, the community's name either originates from a settler who lost his hatchet or from nearby lakes that resemble hatchets. The settlement was part of the 1,550 acres of land given to families in 1787 via a connection with Brookside. It later developed into a small immigrant farming community.[2]
Post-World War II
The population of the community had largely increased after the end of World War II, with new residents moving into the area. By the late 20th century, Hatchet Lake was considered "a bedroom community of Halifax." Its location along Route 333 attracted outsiders, many of which buying and purchasing houses to "easily commute to Halifax for employment."[2]
Present day
In 2020, a proposed commerce in Hatchet Lake was appealed to the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (UARB).[3] Some residents opposed the appeal, raising concerns about land use and social impact, prompting a hearing on the subject.
In early 2021, the UARB ruled in favour of allowing developments to proceed, concluding that the proposal complied with the planning bylaw requirements.[4]
Geography
Hatchet Lake is located within the Halifax Regional Municipality along Route 333 (Prospect Road), roughly 17 km west of downtown Halifax.[5] The community is adjacent to Hatchet Lake, bearing the same name.[6] The surrounding landscape consists of forest, residential areas, and several nearby lakes.[5]
Communications
- The first three characters of the postal code are B3T[7]
- The Telephone exchange is 902, 782
Attractions
Several attractions are located at and around Hatchet Lake:
- Indian Lake Golf Course – A public golf course located in the community that was featured in a Global News report covering early-season demand.[8]
- Prospect Road Community Centre – A local hub that has acted as an official comfort centre and includes a Halifax Public Libraries kiosk.[9][10]
Media
Hatchet Lake has been used as a filming location for the film 111, a Canadian-Swiss production based on the Swissair Flight 111 accident.[11]
References
- ↑ "Hatchet Lake". Geographical Names Data Base. Natural Resources Canada. Retrieved 23 March 2026.
- 1 2 "Hatchet Lake". history.prospectcommunities.com. Retrieved 2026-03-23.
- ↑ Berman, Pam (2020-11-30). "Appeal set for Hatchet Lake commercial development". CBC News. Archived from the original on 2025-08-23. Retrieved 2026-03-23.
- ↑ Berman, Pam (2021-02-02). "UARB rules in favour of Hatchet Lake commercial development". CBC News. Archived from the original on 2021-06-23. Retrieved 2026-03-23.
- 1 2 "Driving directions from Hatchet Lake, NS to Downtown Halifax, NS" (Map). Google Maps. Retrieved March 23, 2026.
- ↑ "Hatchet Lake (waterbody)". Geographical Names Data Base. Natural Resources Canada. Retrieved 23 March 2026.
- ↑ "Find a Postal Code". Canada Post. Retrieved 2026-03-23.
- ↑ "Halifax golf course sees big bump in business thanks to weather | Globalnews.ca". Global News. Retrieved 2026-03-23.
- ↑ Groff, Meghan (2022-09-26). "Here's where you can find comfort centres in HRM Monday". CityNews Halifax. Retrieved 2026-03-23.
- ↑ "Find Us in Prospect Road Communities". 2023-06-10. Retrieved 2026-03-23.
- ↑ Press, The Canadian (2024-10-11). "'Emotional train wreck': Filming of Swissair Flight 111 movie hits close to home". CTVNews. Retrieved 2026-03-23.