News & Announcements
January is Alzheimer Awareness Month
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January 2025 has been proclaimed as Alzheimer Awareness Month by the Richmond County Municipal Council. This January, Alzheimer Awareness Month focuses on the theme 'Reduce Your Risk.' The Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia has released new resources and videos for families living with dementia, professional caregivers, and anyone interested in learning more. Visit https://alzheimer.ca/ns/en/awarenessmonth
Proclamation
ALZHEIMER AWARENESS MONTH
January 2025
WHEREAS: There are an estimated 16,000 people living with dementia in Nova Scotia; and
WHEREAS: It is projected that the number of people living with dementia in Nova Scotia will increase by 87% with nearly 30,000 people likely to be living with dementia by 2050; and
WHEREAS: The Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia is committed to alleviating the personal and social consequences of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias and to promoting the search for the causes and cures.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that I, Warden Lois Landry, on behalf of Richmond County Municipal Council, do hereby declare January as Alzheimer Awareness Month in the Municipality of the County of Richmond.
Signed at Arichat, Nova Scotia this December 16, 2024.
ATTENTION: Richmond County Residents
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It has come to the Municipality's attention that a person or persons may be contacting some residents in the area seeking to test their water.
Please be advised that the Municipality is not contacting residents offering such services. If customers have any questions about their municipal water they can contact the Municipality at 902-226-2400.
2024 Holiday Operations Schedule and Solid Waste Curbside Collection Schedule
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On behalf of the Warden, Council, and Staff - Season's Greetings!
We wish you all a safe and happy holiday season.
May the New Year be filled with good health, family and friends.
Please note our 2024 holiday operations schedule and solid waste curbside collection schedule below.
Municipality of the County of Richmond - 2024 Holiday Operations Schedule
Municipal Administration Office
December 24, 2024 (Tuesday): Open 8:30 am to 12:00 noon
December 25, 2024 (Christmas Day, Wednesday): Closed
December 26, 2024 (Boxing Day, Thursday): Closed
December 27, 2024 (Friday): Open 8:30 am to 4:00 pm
December 30, 2024 (Monday): Open 8:30 am to 4:00 pm
December 31, 2024 (Tuesday): Open 8:30 am to 12:00 noon
January 1, 2025 (New Year’s Day, Wednesday): Closed
Richmond Arena
December 24, 2024 (Tuesday): Open 7:00 am to 12:00 noon
December 25, 2024 (Christmas Day, Wednesday): Closed
December 26, 2024 (Boxing Day, Thursday): Closed
December 27, 2024 (Friday): Open 7:00 am to 11:00 pm
December 28, 2024 (Saturday): Open 7:00 am to 11:00 pm
December 29, 2024 (Sunday): Open 7:00 am to 11:00 pm
December 30, 2024 (Monday): Open 7:00 am to 11:00 pm
December 31, 2024 (Tuesday): Open 7:00 am to 12:00 noon
January 1, 2025 (New Year’s Day, Wednesday): Closed
Water and Sewer Emergency Contact
For urgent matters concerning water or sewer service, please call 902-226-3988.
Solid Waste Curbside Collection Schedule – All Areas
Zone 2 (Areas West of St. Peter's Canal, excluding Isle Madame)
- Wednesday, December 25 pickup will be collected on Saturday, December 28.
- Thursday, December 26 pickup will be collected on Monday, December 30.
- Wednesday, January 1 pickup will be collected on Saturday, January 4.
Zone 1 (Isle Madame) and Zone 3 (Areas East of St. Peter's Canal)
- Wednesday, December 25 pickup will be collected on Friday, December 27.
- Thursday, December 26 pickup will be collected on Saturday, December 28.
- Wednesday, January 1 pickup will be collected on Friday, January 3.
Solid Waste Management Facility Hours of Operation
December 24, 2024 (Tuesday): Open 8:30 am to 12:00 noon
December 25, 2024 (Christmas Day, Wednesday): Closed
December 26, 2024 (Boxing Day, Thursday): Closed
December 27, 2024 (Friday): Open 8:30 am to 4:00 pm
December 28, 2024 (Saturday): Open 8:30 am to 4:00 pm
December 29, 2024 (Sunday): Closed
December 30, 2024 (Monday): Open 8:30 am to 4:00 pm
December 31, 2024 (Tuesday): Open 8:30 am to 12:00 noon
January 1, 2025 (New Year’s Day, Wednesday): Closed
Senate Vacancies for Nova Scotia - Call for Applicants
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Are you or someone you know interested in serving as a Senator?
The Independent Advisory Board for Senate Appointments is launching a call for applicants to fill current and upcoming Senate vacancies for Nova Scotia.
What is the Senate?
The Senate is the Upper House of Canada’s Parliament, a diverse group of accomplished Canadians working together to shape the future of our country. It ensures regional interests are defended and creates a platform for underrepresented groups, such as Indigenous Peoples, women, and racialized communities.
What do Senators do?
Senators are business people and scientists, judges and teachers, athletes, community leaders, and senior civil servants who use their lifetimes of expertise to ensure Parliament acts in the best interests of Canadians. They have four responsibilities:
Legislate – In addition to proposing their own bills, senators review legislation passed by the House of Commons.
Represent – Senators represent their province or territory and give a voice to minorities.
Investigate – Through Senate committees, Senators investigate matters that are important to Canadians.
Deliberate – Senators draw on their diverse experiences and backgrounds to debate and vote on bills under consideration.
Once appointed, Senators serve until they reach the mandatory retirement age of seventy-five (75), or until they choose to step down. They are not required to run in an election.
To view the current Senators list and retirement dates, visit https://sencanada.ca/en/senators/?v=list
Learn how to prepare your application and apply online. Visit https://www.canada.ca/en/campaign/independent-advisory-board-for-senate-appointments.html