Current Notices

Come Celebrate Canada Day

Come Celebrate Canada Day

Come Celebrate Canada Day with Antigonish Town and County!   Celebrate Canada Day with us on Tuesday, July 1st—a full day of family fun for all ages! The day will include a delicious pancake breakfast, live local entertainment, kids’ activities, official ceremonies,...

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Fun Free July Events

Fun Free July Events

Check out these free fun family events happening in partnership with County Recreation in July! Heartland Tour: Registration for the 19th Heartland Tour Nova Scotia is open!! The community to have the most registrations will be given the "Most Active Community Award"!...

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Fun Free July Events

We’re Hiring a Summer Rec Programmer & Rec Leader II

We're hiring! Summer Recreation Programmer & Rec Leader II Love being active and working with the community? This fun and flexible summer job is for you! You'll help run our awesome equipment loan program, support activities on the Antigonish Scotiabank Mini-Pitch...

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Communications Strategy Engagement Session

Communications Strategy Engagement Session

Join County staff at the Antigonish Farmers Market this Saturday morning, June 14, 1025, for a County Communications Engagement Session. Several County Councillors will be there to talk with community members about improving communication between the County and...

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Fun Free July Events

Murals Installed at the Scotiabank Mini-Pitch

EXCITING MINI-PITCH NEWS! Murals have been installed at the Scotiabank Mini Pitch. Last year, the County teamed up with the Town’s Beautification Committee and Antigonish Culture Alive to to make this vision a reality! Designed by the talented duo Molly Margaret and...

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Communications Strategy Engagement Session

Mini Pitch Grand Opening a Success

The County hosted a successful Scotiabank Mini-Pitch Grand Opening & MYMA Fun Day! The skies cleared in time for the opening ceremonies and ribbon cutting, featuring remarks from local Trevor Reddick, Cathy Manear (Scotiabank), Warden Nicholas MacInnis, Mayor Sean...

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Collection Vehicle Operator

Collection Vehicle Operator

Job Summary: We are seeking a dedicated Operator to join our team. The Operator will be responsible for operating machinery and performing tasks to ensure efficient production processes. This is a full time position reporting directly to the Director of Public Works....

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Communications Strategy Engagement Session

2025 Low Income Tax Exemption Application Now Available

The Municipality currently offers a Low-Income Tax Exemption of $300. To be eligible for this tax exemption, the total gross combined household income from the previous taxation year must not exceed $40,000. Income of all members of the same family residing in the...

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Council Approves 2025-26 Municipal Budget

Council Approves 2025-26 Municipal Budget

COUNCIL APPROVES 2025/26 MUNICIPAL BUDGET(Antigonish, Nova Scotia) - On Wednesday, May 28, 2025, Council for the Municipality of the County of Antigonish approved its 2025–26 Municipal Operating Budget, totalling $20,828,099. Municipal Council approved the budget with...

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Communications Strategy Engagement Session

Notice of Intent to Consider a By-Law on Second Reading

Council of the Municipality of the County of Antigonish intends to consider, on second reading, amendments to the By-law Respecting Charges for Local Improvements. The intent of the proposed amendments to this by-law are to remove two PIDs from Schedule A, and to...

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Communications Strategy Engagement Session

PRESS RELEASE: FUNDING BOOST FOR COMMUNITY TRANSIT

Antigonish Town and County have announced a joint investment of $37,800 through the federal Housing Accelerator Fund to support Antigonish Community Transit Society (ACTS). This funding will help ACTS improve its bus service by redesigning routes, updating branding...

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RFP: REVIEW & SOULTIONS – ANTIGONISH COMMUNITY TRANSIT

RFP: REVIEW & SOULTIONS – ANTIGONISH COMMUNITY TRANSIT

The Municipality of the County of Antigonish (County), Town of Antigonish (Town), and Antigonish Community, Transit Society (ACTS; collectively referred to as the Partners) are seeking submissions from qualifiedindividuals and organizations for the review, assessment...

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TAX BILLING AND CANADA POST SERVICE UPDATE

TAX BILLING AND CANADA POST SERVICE UPDATE

As part of the upcoming budget process, Council has not yet finalized the tax rate. A decision is expected in the upcoming week, and updates will be shared as they become available. We are also monitoring the potential for a Canada Post strike, which may impact the...

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Communications Strategy Engagement Session

COMMUNICATIONS SURVEY

The Municipality of the County of Antigonish is building a new communications strategy — and wants your voice to help lead the way. Fill out our Community Engagement Survey today, and share how you'd like to stay informed and connected with the County. Plus, you'll be...

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Fun Free July Events

RISK MANAGEMENT INFO SESSION

Risk Management Information SessionThis free information session will introduce key topics relevant to non-profit recreation and community groups.-Insurance Demystified-Practical Risk Management-Real-World Liability: Facilities, Events & ContractsWhen: Wednesday,...

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PUBLIC NOTICE: OFFICE CLOSURE

PUBLIC NOTICE: OFFICE CLOSURE

Please Note: The Municipal Office, Public Works Office, and Solid Waste Management Facility will be closed on Monday, May 19, 2025, in observance of Victoria Day. ✅ Regular garbage and recycling collection will continue as scheduled. View the waste collection calendar...

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Fun Free July Events

LET’S PLAY: ANTIGONISH SCOTIABANK MINI-PITCH GRAND OPENING

LET'S PLAY! Everyone is invited to join in for the grand opening of the Antigonish Scotiabank Mini-Pitch hosted by Make Your Move Antigonish on Saturday, June 7th, with a sensory hour taking place from 12:00 - 1:00 PM and everyone welcome from 1:00- 4:00PM at 104...

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NOTICE OF ADOPTION

NOTICE OF ADOPTION

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 the Antigonish County Council approved the following amendment to the West River Antigonish Harbour Secondary Planning Strategy, which is in effect as of the date of this publication.   Amend the designation for...

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Communications Strategy Engagement Session

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Council of the Municipality of the County of Antigonish has scheduled a Public Hearing as required by the Municipal Government Act for the sale of land on D. MacIssac Rd. (PID 10078988). Municipal Council intends to sell this land to the Department of Public Works for...

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