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The Municipality of the County of Antigonish is accepting applications for the 2026 Community Partnership Grants Program. Applications will be accepted until April 1, 2026. This program provides financial support to not-for-profit and charitable organizations that...
Frustrations have been growing over the lack of, and decline in, cell service as residents wait for reliable coverage that is essential for safety, staying connected, and supporting local businesses and economic development.
The Municipal Office The Municipal Office (285 Beech Hill Road) will close at 12:00 p.m. on December 24, 2025, and will reopen on Friday, January 2, 2026. Public Works Office Holiday Hours Public Works Office (261 Beech Hill Road) will close at 12:00 p.m. December...
Committee of the Whole and Council Meeting Highlights – December 9, 2025 Council Highlights provide a snapshot of public meetings, and not all agenda items may be captured. For the official record, please refer to the adopted minutes, which will be posted on our...
He’s making a list… and taking a County Tour! See where you can find Santa in Antigonish County on December 6 & 7 — check the schedule for times and locations!Saturday December 6th - St. Andrews Community Centre , Glen Aire Estates, Ecole de Pomquet, Heatherton...
February 2026 Update - Notice has been provided by the NSUARB regarding the scheduling of a hearing for their consideration of the proposed electoral boundaries. The NSUARB has arranged for the Notice of Hearing to be posted in The Casket on February 18, 2026, and in...
UPDATE(November 4, 2025) - Water Distribution Program Update The Municipality’s Water Distribution Program will continue until Friday, November 7, 2025, or while supplies last. So far, we’ve distributed 2,220 cases of water (24 x 355ml bottles) to County residents...
Water Conservation Update - August 29th, 2025 We received 25 mm of rainfall at the James River Dam Monday night into Tuesday morning. This rainfall has given our water supply a much-needed boost and the reservoir has continued to recharge or fill. The dam level is...
UPDATE for water utility customers who receive water through the Town's water system (areas adjacent to Town). As of 12pm on Monday, July 28, 2025, the Town of Antigonish is implementing voluntary water conservation measures. The continuing hot weather has impacted...
Make Your Move Antigonish: Community Coordinator (Term Position: Aug 2025 – Aug 2026) The Recreation Department is seeking applications for a Make Your Move Antigonish (MYMA) Community Coordinator. The MYMA Community Coordinator is a full-time position with a one-year...
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,...
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...
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...
Bulky Waste Collection will be taking place from May 26 - May 30, 2025 and June 2 - June 6, 2025 on your normal day for garbage and organic collection only. Please see the schedule below.Clean up items are only permitted to be placed at the curb side the night before...
Commercial Development Agreement Application - Catherine Drive, Beech Hill A Statutory Public Hearing will be held during the meeting of Municipal Council on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, for the consideration of a Development Agreement application by Island Construction...
Every year, the Municipality of the County of Antigonish provides funding to community groups and organizations with the intent of enabling and encouraging citizen involvement in the community. Recognizing the vital role that volunteer organizations play in sustaining...
The Municipality of the County of Antigonish wishes to advise that from December 1, 2024 to April 15, 2025, Winter Parking Regulations will be in effect for roads and streets under its jurisdiction. During this period, parking of vehicles on County owned streets and...
Please note that the Municipal Office will close at 12 noon on Tuesday, December 24, 2024 and will reopen Thursday, January 2, 2025.
We want to inform residents that the Canada Post service disruption may delay the delivery of mail, including paper bills and cheque payments. Please note that any delay caused by a mail disruption will not affect the payment due date on your account. To avoid mail...
Municipal elections in Nova Scotia take place every four years. The municipal election took place on Saturday October 19, 2024.
In the Municipality of the County of Antigonish, residents vote for ten (10) councillors to represent each of the ten districts in the county. The elected councillors choose whom among them will serve as Warden and Deputy Warden.
You can find the results for the election by clicking on this post.