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2024 Municipal Elections

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Published: Thursday, 01 August 2024 09:53
Municipal Elections 2024 are almost here!
Returning Officer Josephine MacDonald will be in the Town Hall, on September 6, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to accept nominations for the Town of New Glasgow. This is by appointment only, please call 902 485-2253 – Returning Assistant Donna to book an appointment.
Documents required – completed application, form 3 (confirming that taxes are paid), $200.00 application fee, to be paid with cash or money order, no debit or credit card accepted.
The last day to accept nominations is September 10, 2024.
The application package is available at the front desk at the Town Hall.
For more details about the 2024 Municipal Elections, please visit: https://electionspictoucounty.ca/

Postponed - Emancipation Day Flag Raising Ceremony

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Published: Wednesday, 31 July 2024 16:14

The Town of New Glasgow wishes to advise that the Emancipation Day Flag Raising Ceremony and proclamation reading is postponed. The celebration will instead be held on Tuesday, August 6th, 2024, at 12.30 p.m. at the Glasgow Square Theatre. The Pan-African flag will be raised on August 1st in honour of the Emancipation Day. This change is being made in collaboration with partner agencies.

The Town apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause and thanks you for your cooperation.

Public Hearing Notice

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Published: Wednesday, 31 July 2024 14:52
Public Notice is hereby given that New Glasgow Town Council will hold a Public Hearing to receive oral and written submissions on the following matter:
File 06-24n: Rezoning Application by the Town of New Glasgow for lands located at Eighth Street (PID: 00957241) and Parkview Drive/Chestnut Street, (PID: 65238420) New Glasgow. The application is an amendment to the Land Use zoning map to rezone subject lands from Single-Unit Residential (R1) Zone to Two-Unit Residential (R2) Zone. The rezonings are housekeeping amendments to bring into alignment subject sites with abutting Two-Unit Residential (R2) zoned areas.
The Public Hearing will be held Monday, August 19th, 2024, at 5:15 p.m. at Glasgow Square Theatre, 155 Riverside Parkway, New Glasgow.
Documents and further information regarding the proposed development may be obtained from the Public Works and Engineering Office prior to the Public Hearing by contacting Jeffrey Turnbull, MCIP, LPP, Planner/Dev. Officer by e-mail at between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., weekdays except holidays.

2024 Summer Programs and Events Guide

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Published: Tuesday, 25 June 2024 12:51

The Town of New Glasgow's Summer 2024 Programs and Events Guide is now available!
Check out all of the great people, places, organizations, events and activities taking place this summer!

Pick up a paper copy at New Glasgow Town Hall or Glasgow Square Theatre or find a digital copy here: https://bit.ly/TNG2024summerguide

👋 See you in New Glasgow!

Wildfire Prevention

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Published: Monday, 27 May 2024 09:42

Nova Scotia is in the heart of wildfire season. The weather is getting warmer and dryer, putting us at greater risk this time of year.

In Nova Scotia, almost all wildfires are caused by people, so prevention is our first line of defence. Wildfire prevention is everyone’s responsibility. Let’s not have another season like last year’s.

Learn about preventing wildfire at: https://novascotia.ca/burnsafe/

BurnSafe Map

BurnSafe provincial 2024

Burn restrictions are in place during wildfire season to help protect you and your community. Here’s what you need to know and do:

There is no open fire burning allowed between 8 am and 2 pm because that’s often when the risk of wildfires is greatest. That’s why the BurnSafe map is red during those hours.

Check the map at 2 p.m. daily to see if burning is allowed in your county:

  • Red – no burning
  • Yellow – you can burn after 7 p.m.
  • Green – you can burn after 2 p.m.
  • Fires must be out by 8 am the following day

You also need to check municipal bylaws – if they are stricter, they take precedence over provincial burn restrictions.

Effective May 16, 2024, the fine for violating the daily burn restrictions is $25,000

Where burn restrictions apply

During wildfire season, burn restrictions apply to domestic open fire burning. This includes: campfires, burn pits, brush burning, backyard fires and bonfires, backyard chiminea and similar appliances.

Effective May 16, 2024, burn restrictions also apply in provincial, municipal or privately-operated campgrounds. National parks are under the jurisdiction of Parks Canada.

Please – follow the daily burn restrictions at https://novascotia.ca/burnsafe/ and don’t start the next wildfire.