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County Connect
YOUR CONNECTION TO MUNICIPAL SERVICES.
RECREATION. COMMUNITY INFORMATION. TRAILS. SAFETY.
ONLINE SERVICES. COUNCILLOR INFORMATION. CONTACTS.
Hilde Van Den Heuvel Photography
FALL/WINTER 2019/2020
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A MESSAGE FROM THE WARDEN
& your Antigonish County Council
Welcome, Kwe’, Bonjour,
What a wonderful Spring and Summer we had here in Antigonish County!
We are continually working to improve municipal services, accessibility
and planning for the future, in this edition you can see a snapshot of
municipal finance, explore recreation updates, municipal services and
community information.
Municipal staff are ready to assist you with any business you may have in a
friendly, welcoming, knowledgeable, and respectful manner throughout
the day at our office, our solid waste management site and on route.
We would like to thank our government partners at the Provincial and
Federal levels for their support on several infrastructure projects we have
going ahead this year specifically, the North Grant waterline extension and
Beech Hill to Church Street water looping. The federal government
doubled its gas tax funding to municipalities this year which allowed us to
proceed with a waterline extension to Cameron Kinney Hill as well as a
paving project for Arbour Drive Extension and Trotters Lane.
We will be busy this fall finishing up our Warden’s Tour Sessions, setting
up a new Household Hazardous Waste facility at the Beech Hill Solid
Waste Management site, and conducting consultations on the creation of
an Active Transportation corridor along old Highway 104. Additionally, a
review of water rates will be conducted throughout the fall and winter.
The Municipal team is also striving to make our county more accessible,
starting with Municipal Administration Building. The upper parking lot,
formerly staff parking is where you can now find accessible and family
parking spaces. You can then access the flat pedway easily to make your
way to the main entrance.
PVSC assessment notices will be coming out in December, please be sure
to check your assessment, see page 10 for details.
Municipal Council meeting take place on the 3rd Tuesday of every month,
agendas and additional meetings are posted on our website and if you
have any questions you can reach our office at 902 863 1117.
Be sure to check out our Municipal website and Facebook Page for
updates, agendas, recreation programs and more.
Happy Holidays, stay safe, active and healthy. Respectfully,
CONTACT YOUR COUNCILLOR
Councillor Councillor
Mary MacLellan Donnie MacDonald
902-863-1101 902-863-5449
mmaclellan@antigonishcounty.ns.ca dfmacdonald@antigonishcounty.ns.c
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DISTRICT 1 DISTRICT 2
Deputy Warden Councillor
Hughie Stewart Vaughan Chisholm
902-872-0420 902-863-5935
hdstewart@antigonishcounty.ns.ca vchisholm@antigonishcounty.ns.ca
DISTRICT 3 DISTRICT 4
Councillor Warden
Rémi Deveau Owen McCarron
902-870-2866 902-968-1290
rdeveau@antigonishcounty.ns.ca omccarron@antigonishcounty.ns.ca
DISTRICT 5 DISTRICT 6
Councillor Councillor
John Dunbar Gary Mattie
902-338-2200 902-968-1175
jdunbar@antigonishcounty.ns.ca gmattie@antigonishcounty.ns.ca
DISTRICT 7 DISTRICT 8
Councillor Councillor
Neil Corbett Bill MacFarlane
902-318-3708 902-870-7707
ncorbett@antigonishcounty.ns.ca bmacfarlane@antigonishcounty.ns.ca
DISTRICT 9 DISTRICT 10
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A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR MUNICIPAL
TAX DOLLARS AT WORK!
2019—2020
“Honor Yesterday, Act Today and Inspire Tomorrow”
This mission is the foundation of how we develop our annual
budget, how we do business and how we operate fiscally.
Customer service, community development, efficient use of tax
dollars and accountability are all principles of how the Municipal
team works with the budget.
This is a snapshot of current municipal operations broken down
by budget sector. The Municipality manages finances with
Operating, Capital and Utility Budgets. These budgets are
developed annually and the fiscal year runs from April 1st to
March 31st.
The funds used to develop this budget and operate municipal
services are generated from taxes, services charges, and grants
(federal, provincial & other).
This snapshot will provide an overview of the annual budget and a
breakdown of how tax dollars are used to provide services each
month.
BUDGET BY THE NUMBERS
EACH OF THESE CATEGORIES ARE EXPANDED ON BELOW:
GENERAL PROTECTIVE
GOVERNMENT SERVICES
SERVICES
This encompasses the costs of
governance and administration of
the municipality.
• Legislative and council
administration
• Municipal infrastructure
• Information/ communication
systems • RCMP costs for 11 officers
• OHS & Wellness Committee (including specialities), support
• Financial management staff, access to K9 unit, access to
• Engineering helicopter, and 1 physical
• PVSC assessment mandatory station.
contribution. • 11 volunteer fire departments
• 1 court house
• 1 dog control officer
• Contributions to Corrections
(mandatory).
• Crosswalk guard
• EMO & Hazardous Response
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ENVIRONMENTAL TRANSPORTATION
HEALTH SERVICES
• Waste water services (5 • 12.57km of roads (year round
sewer treatment plants & maintenance) including paving
approx. 50km of sewer and patching.
pipes) • 6 km of sidewalks
• Solid waste management & • Snow removal & equipment
facilities (garbage collection,
recycling, operations and
maintenance and equipment
RECREATION
of solid waste management AND CULTURAL
site. A total of 1,584.46 SERVICES
tonnes of garbage and
• Culture and Recreation
651.37 tonnes of recyclables
collected in 2017-18. Grants
• Physical Activity and
Recreational Programs for
Children, Youth and Adults.
• Aquatics– learn to swim
program, water safety and
lifeguard services at 2
county beaches.
• Inclusion and Accessibility
Equipment and programs.
• Community Partnerships
• Canada Day Celebrations
PUBLIC
HEALTH & WELFARE
• Community Development &
Capacity Building
• Eastern Mainland Housing
Authority (mandatory
contribution).
ENVIRONMENTAL FISCAL
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
• 470 streetlights • This encompasses
• Eastern District Planning capital investment in
Commission (Municipal future expansion and
planning and building development. It
inspections). includes interest and
principal repayment of
our capital debt– in
essence it is the
Municipality’s monthly
mortgage payment.
LIBRARY,
EDUCATION MUSEUM AND ARENA
• Strait Regional Centre for
COMMISSION
Education (Mandatory • People’s Place Library
contribution). operations
• Contribution to Pictou
Antigonish Regional
Library—PARL
• Antigonish Heritage
Museum
• Antigonish Arena
Association
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AVERAGE ANNUAL AVERAGE MONTHLY
TAX BILL TAX BILL
$1,354.07 $112.84
HOW IS THAT MONEY USED?
Asset Type Amount
General Government Services $20.48
Protective Services $23.89
Transportation Services $3.42
Environmental Health $17.52
Public Health & Welfare $1.09
Recreation and Cultural Services $8.98
Environmental Development $2.48
Fiscal Services $7.33
Library, Museum & Commission $1.49
Education $26.17
The Municipality of the County of Antigonish has a
Tax Exemption Policy for Low-Income Tax Payers.
The purpose of this policy is to assist low-income
tax payers by providing a reduction of up to $125 on their property tax
bills (dwelling only). Please contact our tax office to obtain a form.
HAS YOUR ADDRESS CHANGED?
Have you recently moved OR
has your address been changed by Canada Post?
Please call 902-863-1117 or email reception@antigonishcounty.ns.ca
to update your proper mailing address.
Rural Routes are no longer accepted by Canada Post.
TAX SALE
Preparations are now underway for TAX SALE to be held on
March 11, 2020. If you are a taxpayer in the Municipality and
your tax or utility account is two or more years in arrears , your
property could be sold at tax sale. Notices for the upcoming tax sale will
be mailed out to the delinquent account holders in October 2019.
For more info see our website, www.antigonishcouty.ns.ca or contact
Vera at 902-863-1117 or e-mail vera.rhynold@antigonishcounty.ns.ca
IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING
PAYMENTS & INTEREST CHARGES
Payment Options:
• Credit card or debit payments (payments can be phoned in with a
credit card)
• Through your bank or financial institution
• By mail with a cheque or money order
• Cash
Bills are due upon receipt:
• Please allow sufficient time for payments to reach the Municipality
of the County of Antigonish. Seven days may be required for
payment by mail and three days for bank payments. We will credit
payments to your account(s) on the day that we receive them.
• Interest charges will be applied if we do not receive payment by the
DUE DATE shown on the bill.
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Property Assessments are released
annually by PVSC. These assessments
are used when calculating your
property tax.
Preliminary assessments are available online in December and the
assessments are sent out in January of each year. There is a one
month appeal period from the date on your assessment if you
disagree with the assessment, ownership or classification of the
property.
Understanding your Property Assessment Notice:
The front page of your notice shows your property’s assessed
value, capped assessment (if eligible for the Capped Assessment
Program), taxable assessed value (used to calculate your property
taxes) and the appeal form. The back of the assessment notice
includes five years of assessment values for your property. In Nova
Scotia, property assessments are based on the real estate market,
one year prior to the current year.
It is VERY IMPORTANT when you get your Property Assessment to
check your Classification (circled below) to make sure it accurately
reflects how the property is being utilized. If it has changed without
cause or is incorrect, please contact PVSC as it could mean a
change in rate structure. 1-800-380-7775
https://www.pvsc.ca/en/home/howassessmentworks/homeowners/assessment-notice-sample.aspxCongratulations
Over the past year, 3 local volunteer fire departments have
celebrated major milestones.
The Municipality of the County of Antigonish would like to
thank you for your dedication and service to our
community.
Thank you for your bravery, courage and sacrifice.
4-VALLEYS VOLUNTEER
FIRE DEPARTMENT
CELEBRATED
40 Years
POMQUET VOLUNTEER
FIRE DEPARTMENT
CELEBRATED
50 Years
AULD’S COVE VOLUNTEER
FIRE DEPARTMENT
CELEBRATED
60 Years12
EQUIPMENT ACCESSIBILITY PROGRAM
Antigonish County Recreation
Equipment Accessibility
Antigonish County Recreation (ACR) is
expanding its current equipment loan program
to incorporate its newly acquired adapted
equipment. This program will allow all of ACR’s
equipment to be loaned out without any
financial or logistical barriers.
Equity of available programs and services in our community is of the utmost
importance and ACR hopes to continue to support community members of all
abilities in recreation pursuits. Our main goal with this program is to enhance
accessibility in the community by increasing opportunities for fun and healthful
recreational activities for people of all abilities.
TO BORROW ANY EQUIPMENT
CONTACT OR VISIT:
Antigonish County Recreation
285 Beech Hill Rd,
(902) 863-1141
recreation@antigonishcounty.ns.ca
If you have pictures using any Antigonish
County Recreation Equipment
send them to us by email or tag us on
twitter @AntigonishCo
Find recreational opportunities in our community by visiting:
Antigonish County Recreation’s online registration portal
http://recreation.antigonishcounty.ns.ca
Highland Connect
https://highlandconnect.cioc.ca/
Antigonish Events Calendar
https://www.visitantigonish.ca/events/
HTTPS://RECREATION.ANTIGONISHCOUNTY.NS.CA/PROGRAMSSERVICES/PFDLOANSERVICEEQUIPMENT ACCESSIBILITY PROGRAM
WE LOAN EQUIPMENT FOR FREE!!!
Skates: Multiple pairs of hockey skates and figure
skates are available for use
PFD-A: These PFD’s combine the safety of other PFD’s while also
providing extra head support. They allow the user to float while lying on
the back. These PFD’s are very difficult to overturn because of their large
surface width and they do not dip the head in water. They are safe, easily
adjustable and fun! 6 available 1xxs, 1xs, 1s, 1m, 2l
The Lj-A: A PFD that supports the upright position for
disabled person. It allows individuals to swim comfortably
on their stomach and to float on their back.
PFDs: Personal Floatation Device. They are available in 4 different sizes
and they allow users to stay afloat. 24 child, 18 youth, 42 adult
Community Bags: These bags are great for family reunions, fun days,
birthday parties and any other event in which you would like to have
equipment for children. Bags may include: skipping ropes, balls, pylons,
parachute, and/or hoola-hoops. Bag contents are subject to availability.
Hippocampe: A Hippocampe is an all terrain wheelchair
that gives its rider the freedom to go anywhere and is
designed to enable everyone to enjoy the great
outdoors. The Hippocampe gives the rider accessibility
to difficult terrain such as: beach, snow, sand,
mountains and swimming areas. This all-terrain
wheelchair is lightweight, compact, waterproof, buoyant and can be
pushed or self-propelled. The Hippocampe has a weight restriction of
250-300lbs.
Snow Shoes: Child, youth and adult
snowshoes available to loan to the public
free of charge. They cannot be reserved due
to the high volume of requests.
Approximately 75 pairs available.
HTTPS://RECREATION.ANTIGONISHCOUNTY.NS.CA/PROGRAMSSERVICES/PFDLOANSERVICE14
EQUIPMENT ACCESSIBILITY PROGRAM
EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE
Nordic Walking/Trekking Poles: Trekking poles help you propel
forward and upward while providing traction and stability. These new
trekking poles have bell shaped hand grips for more stability and
support. Nordic walking is a total body version of walking that can be
enjoyed both by non-athletes as a health promoting physical activity
and by athletes as a sport. The activity is performed with specially
designed walking poles similar to ski poles. Trekking (13 available)
Walking (21 available).
Snow Coach: Everyone can get out this winter with the Snow Coach
sled. This is a great sled for sledders who need lateral support and who
have good head, neck and trunk control. This sled features padded
seats, safety straps, raised back support, a head rest and steel runner.
Not only is this a great sled for winter fun, it is also nice for anyone
helping out the sledder since it comes with push handles for the back. 2
available
Sledge: Sledges are used to allow participants to enjoy a game of
hockey or just go for a glide on the ice in a seated position. A push bar
allows the rider to be pushed or the rider can self-
propel using two sticks with picks. These sledges are
great for riders with limited mobility or compromised
balance. There is also a wheel kit that transforms the
sledge into a floor hockey sled. 3 available, 3 sets of hockey sticks and
2 wheel kits
Triad TMX T-5 is a robust tricycle for older children, it is fitted with 20"
wheels and has a caliper brake with parking brake feature.
It is suitable for children with an overall height of
47" (120cm) to 57" (145cm) and maximum recommended
weight is 150 lbs.
FRE DCP16 tricycle is small enough for an average 7-year-old, but
adaptable to fit most kids in their early teens. Direct drive
and low gear ratios make pedaling easy for a beginner, yet
challenging for an aggressive rider. Inseam 20”-26”,
maximum of 150 lbs.
HTTPS://RECREATION.ANTIGONISHCOUNTY.NS.CA/PROGRAMSSERVICES/PFDLOANSERVICESPORT & RECREATION FUNDING PROGRAMS
KIDSPORT
KidSport is a national children’s charitable program
that helps disadvantaged kids overcome the barriers
preventing or limiting them from participating in
organized sport. KidSport Nova Scotia provides
funding up to $300 per year per child for sport
registration or equipment.
CANADIAN TIRE JUMPSTART
Canadian Tire Jumpstart is a community based
charitable program to get children active.
Jumpstart provides funding for sport or recreation
fees to financially disadvantaged children so they
can participate in recreational activities and
organized sport.
BONVIE-MACDONALD RINKS TO LINKS
NHL’ers Dennis Bonvie and Craig MacDonald
founded the Rinks to Links Golf Classic in 2004,
they wanted to show their thanks and
appreciation to their home communities by
assisting children to get involved with minor
hockey that might otherwise not have the
opportunity. Funds raised at the tournament
assists children with their registration and gear
costs.
HTTPS://RECREATION.ANTIGONISHCOUNTY.NS.CA/PROGRAMSSERVICES/FUNDINGPROGRAMS16
SPORT & RECREATION FUNDING PROGRAMS
GARY BOONE LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT FUND
The Gary Boone Leadership
Development Fund provides
financial assistance to non-
profit community groups and
organizations for leadership
training and development,
which result in:
• More youth assuming
leadership roles within the
organization.
• Increased and improved
leadership skills of
Community Recreation and
Sports Leaders.
Eligible Projects
Training or support for
Community Leaders leading to
increased participation in
community recreation, sport,
physical activity, music and art.
(i.e. Program leaders, course
instructors, referees, coaches,
fitness leaders, accessibility
training, outdoor recreation
certifications, and more).
Recreation Sport Cultural and Leadership Travel Assistance:
(part of the Municipality’s Community Partnership Grants program)
Provides travel assistance to youth teams, clubs, or organizations
travelling to sport or cultural competitions/tournaments outside of
Antigonish County.
Provides travel assistance to local youth who have been selected as
members of a provincial or national team.
HTTPS://RECREATION.ANTIGONISHCOUNTY.NS.CA/PROGRAMSSERVICES/FUNDINGPROGRAMSPUBLIC WORKS
WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW IF I AM ON A MUNICIPAL WATER
AND/OR SEWER SYSTEM AND THERE A POWER OUTAGE?
During a power outage, residents who are connected to a
municipal water and/or sewer system are reminded that it is
important to conserve water.
Water supply is reduced during power outages.
Water conservation reduces stress on a municipal sewer
system.
During an extended outage some areas may experience
pressure reduction & possible loss of water.
It is important to ensure that a back flow preventor valve has
been installed in your home and that it is functioning properly.
For more information contact our public works team at
902-863-500418
ANTIGONISH COUNTY’S
BLUE BAG #1 BLUE BAG #2
Paper Products All Other Recyclables
Newspaper & Magazines Plastic Pop Bottles
Flyers Aluminum Cans
Paper Egg Cartons Tin Cans
Paper, envelopes Glass Bottles and Jars
Boxboard (cereal & tissue) Plastic Containers (#1-7)
Corrugated Cardboard Plastic Grocery Bags
Soft Cover Books Bread Bags
Paper Towel Rolls Shampoo Bottles
Toilet Paper Rolls Juice Boxes
Paper Bags Liquor Containers
Phone Books Aluminum Foil & Pie Plates
Styrofoam
Yogurt & Pudding Containers
Milk Cartons
Not sure when your collection day is: All plastic containers and packaging must be
www.erswm.ca/collection-calendar empty, clean and contain no food residue.
BLUE BAG SAFETY TIPS
Always consider your safety and the safety of those collecting and sorting your recycling
when preparing any item for the blue bag.
Step 1 (Safety Rinse) Carefully rinse the can - some people use a bottle brush and it is
easiest if you do it soon after opening the can!
Step 2 (Lid Safety) If the lid is attached to the can, carefully push it down into the can so
that the sharp edge is not exposed. If the lid has been completely removed from the
can, it is best to drop it into the can and then, if possible, squeeze the top of the can to
close the opening as much as possible. Then place it into your blue bag. If you use a can
opener that removes sharp edges, you will not be able to place the lid into the can.
Place these lids into the blue bag separate from the can.
WWW.ERSWM.CAQUICK SORT GUIDE
GREEN BIN REGULAR GARBAGE
Organics Clear Transparent Bags
Food Products Bathroom Waste
Table scraps Plastic Wrap
Meat, Fish & Bones Potato Chip Bags
Vegetable & Fruit Peelings Candy Bar Wrappers
Shellfish (including shells) Hot & Cold Disposable Drink
Solid Dairy Products (cheese) Cups
Cooking Oil, Grease, Fat Light Bulbs
Bread, Rice & Pasta Broken Glass, Ceramic &Dishes
Empty Paint & Aerosol Cans *
Non –Recycled Paper Empty Motor Oil Containers
Soiled Food Napkins Carbon Paper
Paper Towel Floor Sweepings
Pizza Boxes Gift Wrap, Colored Tissue Paper
Fast Food Wrappers Kitty Litter
Wax Paper Old Shoes & Clothing
Paper Plates Toothpaste Tubes
Sugar, Flour & Potato Bags Crayons, Markers, Pens &
Pencils
Please DO NOT place plastics, metals, glass,
tin, aluminum, Styrofoam or diapers in your
Hard Covered Books
green bin. (can be recycled if cover is removed)
DO NOT use plastic bags to dispose of
* Unused or unwanted paint can be
organic waste in your green bin.
taken to any ENVIRO-DEPOT ™.
Please DO NOT place Needles, Syringes, Lancets, Auto-Injectors & Infusion sets
CURBSIDE for collection.
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SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
WHAT GOES TO THE SOLID WASTER MANAGEMENT SITE?
(ITEMS NOT FOR CURBSIDE PICKUP)
These items are subject to a tipping fee and residents are responsible for
bringing these items to the Solid Waste Management Site
Tipping Fees - Effective October 15, 2007
• Clean Concrete $45.00 per tonne
• Compostable Organic Material $55.00 per tonne
• Construction & Demolition Debris $75.00 per tonne
• Contaminated Soil $45.00 per tonne
• Leaf & Yard Waste $55.00 per tonne
• Mixed Loads $110.00 per tonne
• Recyclables $45.00 per tonne
• Refuse/Garbage $100.00 per tonne
• Scrap Metal & White Goods (Appliances) $45.00 per tonne
• Cardboard $100.00 per tonne
• Tires $45.00 per tonne
The Landfill DOES NOT accept Cash payments.
Payment must be by Debit, Visa, Mastercard or American Express.
IMPORTANT DATES
May/June September
Bulky Waste Collection Household Hazardous Waste
*Watch for the flyer in early May* Drop Off Event
SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT FACILITY
1356 Beech Hill Road
Monday-Friday 8:00am—4:30pm
Saturdays 8:00am—12:00pm
CLOSED on ALL Holidays
Phone: 902-863-4744
WWW.ERSWM.CASOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
TIPS TO KEEP CHILDREN SAFE AROUND
GARBAGE AND RECYCLING TRUCKS
Waste Collection is one of the top five most dangerous jobs. We want to
keep our waste collectors and the public safe. To do this we need your help:
Share the Schedule: Make sure your kids know what days the trucks are in
your neighborhood; we want children to be extra careful when playing
outside near or with access to the roadside.
Keep a Safe Distance: Collection trucks stop and back up frequently. Please
teach kids not to follow trucks closely on their bike, skateboard, or scooter
and to never walk in front of or behind a collection truck.
Watch Safely: Let kids know it’s okay to watch the trucks from a safe distance
and remind them not to play around or near green carts and other waste bags
and bins.
Stay Clear: If you have a little helper at home, please don’t let them try to
help load garbage onto the truck. Leave it to your waste collector.
Stay Visible: There are several areas where the visibility is restricted for the
driver. If you can’t see him/her in the eyes, they most likely can’t see children
or pets.
COMING THIS FALL
NEW Household Hazardous Waste Disposal at Beech Hill Waste Management
Facility, through partnership between the County and Town of Antigonish.
What is household hazardous waste?
Household Hazardous Waste is leftover or unwanted household products that
contain corrosive, toxic, ignitable or reactive ingredients. Proper disposal of
these products for special packing and disposal protects both us and the
environment.
How do I properly dispose of my household hazardous waste?
Past years there was a special event for drop-off. Under construction, this year
there will be a permanent household hazardous waste facility located at the
Beech Hill Waste Management Facility. Watch the website for details on a
special launch once it is available for use this Fall.22
DEVELOPING AND BUILDING IN ANTIGONISH COUNTY
In Nova Scotia, it is a legal requirement to obtain development and/or building
permits before site development or building begins. The Municipality is a
member of the Eastern District Planning Commission (EDPC) and has a team
available to support you through the building and development process.
Remember wherever a Land-Use Bylaw is in effect a Development Permit is
required before a Building Permit can be issued.
MEET OUR PLANNING STAFF
Sean Donovan is a Building Inspector. Contact Sean before you start
construction to discuss your project, permits and inspections required,
and timelines. He will also advise you when it is necessary to obtain
permits from other provincial bodies, Public Works or the Development
Officer. He can be reached at 902-863-2366.
Wanda Ryan is the Development Officer. Contact Wanda regarding
any development plans—she will be happy to navigate the
development process, whether it be questions about land use planning,
zoning or development permit requirements. Wanda can be reached at
1-888-625-5361 or on Tuesdays at 902-863-1117.
Andrew Jones is a Senior Planner. Andrew will assist you with land
use planning and help you to navigate zoning inquiries and rezoning.
He can give you planning advice if you are considering developing your
land. He is also the contact person for the Eastern Antigonish
Municipal Planning Strategy review process. Andrew can be reached
at 1-902-625-1259, or on Wednesdays at 902-863-1117.
PERMITS & INSPECTIONS Inspections Conducted Using 2015
National Building Code
1. Footings in place
For more information regarding
development and building permits or 2. Subfloor plumbing
to apply for a permit, contact the 3. Subfloor and foundation insulation
Planning Staff above. A copy of your 4. Pre-backfill
plan including site and construction/ i) the framing, roof, plumbing and
building plans will be required. mechanical systems; (ii) insulation and
5. vapour barrier before wall framing is
Once you have a permit and work has covered (except in manufactured and
modular homes).
begun, inspections are required at
various stages, and are the For Manufactured and Modular homes:
(i) superstructure installation and
responsibility of the homeowner.
anchorage systems, (ii) foundation,
Inspections must be arranged with 6.
insulation and vapour barrier before
Inspector by the owner, the wall framing is covered and plumbing
contractor or the developer. connections below the first floor.
Before Occupancy (so that an
7.
Occupancy Permit may be issued.)FALL AND WINTER EVENTS LISTING
DO YOU HAVE AN EVENT TO ADD TO THE FALL & WINTER CALENDAR?
Email shirlyn.donovan@antigonishcounty.ns.ca for our online version.
Date Event
Antigonish Performing Arts Series: Beverly Johnston & Marc Djokic,
October 19
Immaculata Hall, StFX University 7:30pm
October 25 Halloween Harvest Bash, Fair Grounds 6-9pm
October 25-26 11th Annual Antigonish International Film Festival
www.antigonishfilmfest.com
October 26 Helping the Helpers Education and Awareness Day
StFX Schwartz Auditorium 7am-4:30pm
St Martha’s Regional Hospital Foundation Hospital Help Day 6am-6pm on
October 30 98.9 XFM, Antigonish Market Square
November 3 Hip of Beef Dinner, Mini Trail Community Centre, 11:30am -1:30pm
November 3 Arisaig Christmas Bazaar Arisaig Parish Hall 11am-3pm
Havre Boucher Veterans Assoc. Remembrance Day Ceremony, St. Pauls
November 3 Church Service 10am, laying of wreaths 2pm.
Antigonish Performing Arts Series: Daniel Wnukowski, Immaculata Hall,
November 9 StFX University 7:30pm
November 11 Remembrance Day
November 12-17 "Twelfth Night", Bauer Theatre, 7:30pm
Nov 23—Dec 20 Antigonish By Choice: Shop Local Campaign
November 23 Town of Antigonish Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Parade 6pm
Antigonish Performing Arts Series: Jeremy Dutcher, Schwartz Auditorium,
December 1 StFX University 7:30pm
December 1 Antigonish Highland Society St. Andrews Night, Antigonish Legion
December 7-8 "A Christmas in Antigonowhere", Bauer Theatre, 7:30pm
January 1 New Years Levee, Antigonish Legion,
Antigonish Performing Arts Series: Duo Concertante, Immaculata Hall, StFX
January 19 University 7:30pm
January 25 Robby Burns Night www.antigonishhighlandgames.ca
February 7-8 Theatre Antigonish, "Late Company", Bauer Theatre, 7:30pm
Antigonish Performing Arts Series: Proteus Saxophone Quartet, Immaculata
February 29 Hall, StFX University 7:30pm
Antigonish Performing Arts Series: Susan Salm & Lynn Stodola, Immaculata
March 7 & 8 Hall, StFX University 7:30pm
March 10-15 "Girls Like That", Bauer Theatre, 7:30pm
Antigonish Performing Arts Series: Paul Merkelo & Serhlu Salov,
March 14 Immaculata Hall, StFX University 7:30pm
March 27-29 "One-Act Play Festival", Bauer Theatre, 7:30pm
Antigonish Performing Arts Series: Michael Kaeshammer, Immaculata Hall,
April 4 StFX University 7:30pm24
Every Monday nights (excluding days schools are closed
for students) the Antigonish Air Cadets hold registration
and training for youth ages 12-18 at St Andrew Junior
School From 6-8:30PM. The air cadets is a free program,
that focuses on leadership, physical fitness, aviation, and
much more. You can find more information at
www.875aircadets.ca
Happening in MUSIC OF THE NIGHT PRESENTS
HAVRE BOUCHER
Chase the Ace
Fridays 7pm
Community Centre
Friday November 22 7:00pm
Saturday November 23 2:00pm & 7:00pm
Sunday November 24 2:00pm
Friday November 29 7:00pm
Saturday November 30 2:00pm & 7:00pm
Sunday December 1 2:00pm
Hank’s Jamboree
4th Sunday of each
month 2pm
Community Centre
IMMACULATA HALL, STFX UNIVERSITYSt. Martha’s Regional Hospital Foundation
HOSPITAL HELP DAY
Wednesday, October 30th 6am-6pm
Antigonish Market Square
Presented by 98.9 XFM
Each October 989.XFM, in partnership with
St. Martha’s Regional Hospital Foundation
hosts an annual Hospital Help Day. This
event consists of a raffle with a chance to
win various prize packages donated by the
community. Tickets can be purchased over
the phone or in person on the day of the
event. All proceeds from the sale of tickets
go to the Hospital Foundation and aid in purchasing equipment for the
hospital. Tune in to 98.9 XFM on October 30th.
2018 Hospital Help Day was able to raise $66,190.00!
This year’s funds raised will support the purchase of a piece of
equipment for the St. Martha’s Regional Hospital Ophthalmology
department.
TOGETHER WE ARE MORE—The Community of Antigonish wrapped it arms
around St Martha’s Regional Hospital on September 15th.26
SENIORS SAFETY PROGRAM
The Seniors’ Safety Program is free to all senior residents of Antigonish Town
& County.
Mandate – Protection, Prevention, Education & Safety. Empowering Seniors’
to live safe, healthy and independent lives in their own homes for as long as
possible.
Service Delivery – What is offered to seniors’?
• One on one contact
• Telephone contact
• Free of Charge
• Home visits provided in seniors own home
• Proactive program that contacts “hard to reach” seniors’.
• Respect and Confidentiality
• Tailored to individual seniors’ concerns
If is the responsibility of all community members to check on our neighbors
and the elderly, especially in storms and severe weather.
It is the goal of the Seniors Safety Programs to enhance the safety and well
being of seniors in the thirty-two communities that we serve in the Town &
County of Antigonish. If you are concerns for a family member or neighbor or
know of someone that may benefit from the Senior’s Safety Program, please
contact the Senior Safety Coordinator:
Anita Stewart, 902-318-0372 or seniorsafetycoor@gmail.com
DID YOU KNOW?
Nova Scotia Power has a CRITICAL CUSTOMER
COMMUNICATION PROGRAM: The Program is
designed for customers whose health is directly
dependent on electricity, such as those requiring oxygen machines or dialysis.
Through the program they provide:
• Advance notice of planned power outages
• Contact during unplanned power outages expected to last longer than
four hours and information on the cause and the expected time power will be
restored
•Updates if the restoration time changes during the repairs
For more information or to see who is eligible, please visit:
https://www.nspower.ca/en/home/outage-centre/critical-customer-communication-
program.aspx28
This summer Antigonish played host to the 2019 Nova
Scotia 55+ Games
Some Highlights from the Games:
• 717 Participants from all over Nova Scotia
• 23 activities ranging from hockey, pickleball, cribbage, tennis,
Skip Bo, track & field, swimming and more!
• 15% local participation rate.
• The support of our local sponsors was amazing.
• Over 100 Volunteer came together to make the games a huge
success.
CONGRATULATIONS
to all of the participants
THANK YOU
to all of the amazing volunteers30
NOVA SCOTIA DEPARTMENT OF LANDS AND FORESTRY
WILDLIFE PREPARING FOR WINTER
Autumn is a busy time for wild animals as they
prepare for winter. Many birds are busy foraging to
gain energy to sustain them on the long migration
south. Some mammals are busy fattening for
hibernation and looking for shelter. Others are storing
food in preparation for staying active throughout the winter months. Many
of our activities will affect these animals and their ability to survive through
the winter. It is important to consider our actions to avoid harm and help
wildlife when we can.
BIRD FEEDERS
Many people enjoy the presence of wild birds in their yards, and bird
feeders can assist some species through the winter months. However, as
most of you aware, bird feeders and baths are potential transmission sites
for diseases. Thus, we asked the public to take feeders down for the
summer months and to keep them down until we have consistent frosts,
usually in late October. If you choose to erect a bird feeder for the winter
months, it is still important to follow precautions* to ensure the health of
backyard birds and other wildlife, domestic animals, and people:
• Empty bird feeders and artificial water sources at least twice a month
to clean and disinfect them with hot, soapy water followed by a 2-3
minute soaking in a solution of 1 part bleach to 9 parts water. Rinse
feeders and allow them to air dry prior to refilling with bird seed or
water.
• Monitor bird feeders regularly to remove and dispose of any uneaten
wet or moldy seed.
• Clean up spilled seed underneath bird feeders that might attract
unwanted wildlife.
• Wear gloves while cleaning bird feeders and wash your hands well with
soap and hot water when finished
• Use easy to clean feeders made of plastic, steel, or glass.
• Use feeders that do not allow birds to perch in or on the food to avoid
contamination.
• Place feeders at various heights and at widely separated locations to
distance the birds from each other.
• Remember to take your feeders down in the Spring once the weather
warms up. Warmer weather increases the presence and longevity of
parasites and bacteria that can infect the birds.
*As recommended by the Canadian Wildlife Health Cooperative
http://www.cwhc-rcsf.ca/trichomonosis.phpNOVA SCOTIA DEPARTMENT OF LANDS AND FORESTRY
ACTIVITY ON BEACHES
During late summer and early fall thousands of migratory shorebirds are
active on our beaches feeding extensively, trying to double their body weight
before migration. At this time of year, shorebirds are particularly vulnerable to
the effects of human disturbance. Each time a person walks or lets their dog
run free down a beach; birds are forced to take flight. Not only does this stop
the birds from feeding, but it uses up valuable energy resources that are
desperately needed for migration. So please take care to consider the number
of birds foraging on a beach before you take your daily walk. Perhaps you
could take another path. And always keep your dog on leash.
SHELTER
Wild animals that hibernate (e.g. groundhogs) and others that find colonial
shelters to huddle through the winter (e.g. squirrels, skunks, small rodents)
are looking for suitable shelter in dens or burrows to survive the winter
months. If you do not wish to share your buildings with wildlife through the
winter, now is the time to ensure any entrances into attics, basements or
under outbuildings are blocked and made inaccessible. Wildlife evicted or
relocated in mid-to-late Autumn or winter are likely to starve, die from
exposure, or become a meal for a predator. The late eviction of wildlife could
cause individuals to lose access to the food stores
they spent months collecting. Species that
depend on huddling to stay warm are unlikely to
find shelter with others of their kind to keep
them warm through the long winter. So please
think about your actions and plan early to help
wildlife with their winter preparation.
For further advice on living with wildlife contact your local Department of
Lands and Forestry Office or phone 1-800-565-2224.32
ANTIGONISH COMMUNITY TRANSIT
It’s your transportation service!
Where would you like to go?
Accessible ~ Inclusive ~ Reliable
Antigonish Community Transit is a non-profit, community-based
organization, focused on responding to Antigonish Town and County
residents’ request for access to services, programs and community
activities by facilitating more accessible, barrier-free, inclusive, efficient,
reliable, safe, green and sustainable transportation options for all
community members.
For more information, please visit out Website (below) or our
Facebook Page
Email: antigonishcommunitytransit@gmail.com
WWW.ANTIGONISHCOMMUNITYTRANSIT.CAThe People’s Place: Antigonish Town and
County Library
283 Main Street, Antigonish
Phone: 863-4276
Email: antigoni@nsngp.library.ns.ca
Have you had a chance to visit your library? The library has a wide variety of books,
movies, magazines, audiobooks, eBooks, and much more, all available to borrow for free
with your library card. The library also has free public access computers, meeting space
for non profits, a 3D printer, conversion equipment for VHS tapes and records, a
MakerSpace, Nordic walking poles, Fun Fit Passes, and offers programs for all ages and
interests. Everyone is welcome, whether you attend a program or borrow a book or not.
Give us a call or send us a message if you need more information.
Children & Teen Programs
Preschool Storytime – Mondays at 10am
Toddle Time – Wednesdays at 10am
ABCs for Babies – Fridays at 10am
Block Play—Tuesdays from 10am-4pm
LEGO - Thursdays 9am– 5pm
Family Singalong—First Tuesday of the month at 10am
Youth Book Club—Second Monday of the month at 3pm
Adult Programs
Book Clubs – We offer a variety of book clubs. Ask us to find out more.
Open Mic. – 3rd Friday of the month at 6:30pm
Armchair Travel – 2nd Thursday of the month at 7pm
Community Café – 1st Wednesday of the month at 2pm
Knitting Circle—Wednesdays 2:00pm
Books by Mail
Books by Mail is a free mail-order library for rural residents of Pictou & Antigonish
counties. You can select material such as books, magazines, audio books, and DVD’s
from our online catalogue www.parl.ns.ca, by mail, phone or email and we will mail it to
you. Return these books with the included postage paid label and we will mail you more.
All postage is paid by the library, there is absolutely no cost to you! Simple as that!
FoAL supports library collections, programs and
services through fundraising and advocacy. Find out
more at www.friendsofantigonishlibrary.ca or follow
FoAL on Facebook @AntigonishLibraryLovers.
Hours of Operation
Mondays: 9:00am to 5:00pm Thursdays: 9:00am to 9:00pm
Tuesdays: 9:00am to 9:00pm Fridays: 9:00am to 9:00pm
Wednesdays: 9:00am to 9:00pm Saturdays: 9:00am to 5:00pm
Sundays: Closed
PARL Peoples Place PARLevents PeoplesPlaceLibrary34
MUNICIPAL TEAM
MUNICIPAL ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
285 Beech Hill road
Beech Hill, NS B2G 0B4
902-863-1117
Glenn Horne Municipal Clerk Treasurer
Beth Schumacher Deputy Clerk
Joyce Levangie Administrative Assistant
Allison Duggan Director of Finance
Tammy Feltmate Director of Sustainable Communities
Shirlyn Donovan Strategic Initiatives Coordinator
Jackie Cleary Financial Analyst
Vera Rhynold Assistant to the Director of Finance
Darlene Thompson Tax Revenue Clerk I
Tracey MacEachern Tax Revenue II
Alisha Bowie Receptionist
Linda Arsenault Interim Receptionist
RECREATION
902-863-1141
recreation@antigonishcounty.ns.ca
Marlene Melanson Recreation Director
Denise Fougere Administrative Assistant
Meaghan MacNeil Physical Activity Coordinator
Amy Leigh George Recreation Programmer
Vishalle Wells Interim Physical Activity Coordinator
Visit our online registration portal which allows you to browse
and register for all Antigonish County Recreation programs
anywhere, anytime and on any device:
https://recreation.antigonishcounty.ns.ca
WWW.ANTIGONISHCOUNTY.NS.CAMUNICIPAL TEAM
PUBLIC WORKS
902-863-5004
publicworks@antigonishcounty.ns.ca
Daryl Myers Director of Public Works
Debbie Cormier Public Works Administrator
Josh Chisholm Working Supervisor, W&S Operations
Harold MacGillivray Utility Operator
Allan Boyle Utility Operator
Matt McKeen Utility Operator
Tony Geisbrecht Utility Worker/Mechanic
John Chisholm Operator/Utility Worker
Adam McCoul Operator/Utility Worker
Stewart Jessens Utility Worker
Kevin McCulloch Heavy Equipment Operator
Jim MacLean Heavy Equipment Operator
Dwayne MacDonald Labourer
Mary Theresa McCulloch Scale House Operator
Hugh MacMillan Collection Vehicle Operator
Shane Benoit Collection Vehicle Operator
Craig Chisholm Collection Vehicle Operator
Wondering what day your garbage, organics and recyclables will be
collected? Enter your civic address here to find out:
www.erswm.ca/collection-calendar
Download the Waste Wizard App
WWW.ANTIGONISHCOUNTY.NS.CA/CATEGORY/PUBLICWORKS/36
QUESTIONS, COMMENTS?
CONTACT US:
Municipal Administration Centre Recreation Department
902-863-1117 902-863-1141
Dog Control Public Works Department
902-863-9501 902-863-5004
Mailing Address
285 Beech Hill Road
Beech Hill, NS B2G 0B4
Follow us on Social Media:
Municipality of the County of Antigonish
@Antigonishco
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