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Notice to Residents - The delivery of water and sewer bills will be delayed
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Notice to Residents – Canada Post Service Delays
Due to the current labor disruptions with Canada Post, the delivery of our municipal water and sewer bills will be delayed.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and are hopeful that bills will be mailed out as soon as possible.
In the event we are unable to mail them in a timely manner, an update will be posted on our municipal website and social media platforms.
Residents who have questions or who would like to receive their account balances are encouraged to contact our Finance Department at:
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
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Richmond County Municipal Council Policy Updates - Amendments and New
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On September 23, 2025, at the Regular Council meeting, Council adopted the following policies:
✅ Low Income Property Tax Exemption Program – Amendments
- Income threshold raised from $25,000 to $30,000
- Property tax credit increased from $150 to $200 for eligible applicants
- Fees from multiple by-laws and departments are now streamlined into a single policy
✅ Comfort Centre and Emergency Shelter Policy – Amendments
- Updated Appendix B: Comfort Centre List
- Updated Appendix B1: Comfort Centre Map
October 1st is National Seniors Day
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October 1st is National Seniors’ Day 🧡
On this day, we proudly recognize and celebrate the invaluable contributions of older adults in Richmond County and across Canada.
📍 Did you know? Nearly 46% of Richmond County’s population is aged 55 and older — a powerful and diverse group whose wisdom, resilience, and community spirit shape the heart of our municipality.
Our seniors:
✅ Lead with experience
✅ Volunteer their time and talents
✅ Care for others and build strong community connections
✅ Inspire generations with their stories and leadership
We're grateful for the work of the Seniors Take Action Coalition of Richmond County and partners like:
• Local seniors’ clubs
• Dr. Kingston Community Health Centre
• Richmond River Roots
• Telile Community Television
… and many others, who are helping build an age-friendly and inclusive Richmond County.
🗣️ Warden Lois Landry, on behalf of Richmond County Municipal Council, officially proclaims October 1, 2025, as National Seniors’ Day in Richmond County.
Let us all take a moment to thank, celebrate, and support the senior members of our community, today and every day. 💐
To view the proclamation, visit https://www.richmondcounty.ca/proclamations.html
Call for Committee Members
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📢 Call for Committee Members
The Municipality of the County of Richmond is currently seeking residents to serve on various Agencies, Boards, Commissions, and Committees (ABCCs), including a new opportunity with the reestablished Source Water Protection Advisory Committee!
🟢Current Opportunities:
- NEW – Source Water Protection Advisory Committee – 2 Vacancies
- Cape Breton Local Immigration Partnership (CBLIP) Council – 1 Vacancy
- Audit Committee – 1 Vacancy
- By-law/Policy Committee – 1 Vacancy
- Inclusive, Diverse, Equitable, and Accessible (IDEA) Committee – 4 Vacancies
- RCMP Advisory Board – 1 Vacancy
- Recreation Advisory Board – 6 Vacancies
- Richmond Villa Board – 3 Vacancies
- Eastern Counties Regional Library Board – 1 Vacancy
🙋 Why Volunteer?
Joining a municipal committee is a rewarding way to:
✅ Share your knowledge and ideas
✅ Contribute to meaningful community projects and decisions
✅ Learn more about how local government works
✅ Build connections and make a positive impact
To recognize the time and contributions of committee members, the Municipality provides an honorarium for meetings attended.
📝 How to Apply
Submit your expression of interest by email to .
Please include:
- Your full name, civic address, and mailing address (if different)
- The ABCC(s) you are interested in
- A brief outline of relevant experiences or skills that would support the work of the ABCC(s)
Application Deadlines:
- Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at 4:00 p.m.
Questions?
For more information, contact the Municipal Clerk’s Office at or visit lhttps://www.richmondcounty.ca/agencies-boards-commissions-and-committees-abccs.html