News & Announcements
Municipal Facility Closures & Curbside Collection Notice, Wednesday, September 30, 2026
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Municipal Facility Closures & Curbside Collection Notice
In recognition of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the following municipal facilities will be closed on Wednesday, September 30, 2026:
- Municipal Administration Office – Closed
- Richmond Solid Waste Management Facility – Closed
Curbside collection schedule:
- Wednesday's collection for Zones 1 and 3 will be collected on Friday, October 2.
- Wednesday's collection for Zone 2 will be collected on Saturday, October 3.
For urgent water or sewer service matters, please call 902-226-3988.
Employment Opportunity - Fire Services Coordinator Union Internal / External
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Employment Opportunity
Fire Services Coordinator - Union Internal / External Job Posting
The Municipality of the County of Richmond is currently accepting applications for the position of Fire Services Coordinator. This is a highly administrative role, however knowledge of Fire Services would be a definite asset.
Working under the direction of the Chief Administrative Officer, this full-time position provides operational, research, and planning support to volunteer fire departments (VFDs) operating within Richmond County and plays a key role in the administration of municipal fire services. The role supports VFD recruitment and training coordination, fire service planning, funding and records administration, equipment and infrastructure information, public and partner communication, and emergency management planning related to fire services, including coordination with Western Cape Breton REMO.
County Administration operates Monday to Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. This position is based on a 35-hour work week. The Municipality has an approved salary scale for this position. Placement and incremental increases on this scale are based on qualifications, experience, and demonstrated ability to perform the responsibilities of this position. For a detailed job description, visit: pdf Fire Services Coordinator (214 KB)
Interested candidates should forward their resume by 4:00 PM, Thursday Oct 08, 2026 to:
The Municipality of the County of Richmond
Attn: Shelley David, Municipal Clerk
2357 Highway 206
Arichat, NS B0E 1A0
Email:
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Municipality of the County of Richmond welcomes applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians, and other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities, and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your application.
We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly.
Fire Services Coordinator - Full Job Description
Richmond Reflections - Fall 2026 Edition
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Richmond Reflections Newsletter - 2026 Fall Edition
Registration will be open on September 30, 2026
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For more information, please contact us at
(902) 226-2400 Ext. 5
Curbside Collection Update - Impacted Areas in West Bay
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Curbside Collection Notice
Residents in the affected area of West Bay, from Civic Number 3363 to Civic Number 5565, can place their garbage at any time in the collection bins located at:
- 3363 West Bay Hwy, St. George's Channel Hall
- 5565 West Bay Road, across the road at the gravel pit
These bins are available for residents from the impacted area and will remain in place until road repairs are complete.