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Municipal Office - 2357 Highway 206, P.O. Box 120, Arichat, Nova Scotia B0E 1A0
(902) 226-2400, Toll Free: 1-800-567-2600

News & Announcements

Easer Holiday Closures & Service Changes

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Easter Holiday Closures and Curbside Collection Schedule Change

Municipal Administration Building

April 3 (Friday): Closed

April 6 (Monday): Closed

Solid Waste Management Facility

April 3 (Friday): Closed

April 4 (Saturday): Open

April 6 (Monday): Closed

Solid Waste Curbside Collection Service Change

Curbside collection scheduled for Friday, April 3, will take place on Saturday, April 4.

Water and Sewer Emergency Contact

For urgent matters concerning water or sewer service, please call (902) 226-3988.

March 26 is Purple Day - Supporting Epilepsy Around the World!

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💜 March 26 is Purple Day 💜

Purple Day is a grassroots movement that began right here in Nova Scotia, founded by Cassidy Megan, and has grown into a global initiative to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and support those living with epilepsy.

In recognition of Purple Day, the Epilepsy Awareness flag and purple lights will be on display at the Richmond County Municipal Building.  

Epilepsy affects more than 300,000 Canadians, including people right here in our community. By flying the flag and lighting our building purple, we hope to spark conversation and show people living with epilepsy, and their families, that they are not alone. Every gesture of awareness helps build a more inclusive and supportive community for all.

💜 To learn more about epilepsy awareness and the supports available, visit: https://epilepsymaritimes.org/

Spring Program Updates

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Program Updates!

Please note the following changes to the Spring program offerings:

  • CoreSpin 6 - iFit Centre , Arichat, New Start Date: April 23rd
  • CoreSpin 7 - iFit Centre , Arichat, New Start Date: May 21st
  • PIYo Live - Felix Marchand Education Centre, New Start Date: April 29th
  • Zumba - Felix Marchand Education Centre, New Start Date: April 29th

New Program Added:
Adult Line Dancing, St. Peter's United Church, Tuesdays, 8 weeks,
Start Date: April 7th, Instructor: Belinda LaRochelle, Fee $40

Program Cancellation:
Gymnastics Foundation: 6 Week Movement Mastery with Scott Goyetche, Session 1 & 2 has been cancelled

 

Registration open March 25th, for more information on programs visit www.richmondcounty.ca

Call for Committee Members

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The Municipality of the County of Richmond, in partnership with the Village of St. Peter’s, is seeking one community representative to serve on the Inclusive, Diverse, Equitable, Accessible (IDEA) Committee. We are also inviting applications for one community representative to join the Cape Breton Local Immigration Partnership (CBLIP).

The IDEA Committee plays an important role in helping:

  • Identify and remove barriers to participation in local programs, services, and
    facilities
  • Support inclusion, diversity, and accessibility in everything we do
  • Build partnerships that make Richmond County a more welcoming and equitable
    place for all

We welcome individuals with lived experience in one or more of the following areas:

  • Individual with Ethnocultural and/or linguistic diversity
  • Racialized individuals
  • Gender and sexual diverse individuals
  • Indigenous individuals
  • LGBTQ2S+ individuals
  • Individuals with disabilities or represent an organization that represents people with disabilities
  • Individuals that may not have lived experience related to one or more of the dimensions of diversity; however, would like to support the work of the IDEA Advisory through their allyship

The CBLIP plays an important role in helping make Cape Breton a welcoming and inclusive place for newcomers. The partnership focuses on helping newcomers settle, feel included, and build a strong sense of belonging in our communities.

To learn more about CBLIP, visit https://capebretonpartnership.com/initiatives-services/cape-breton-local-immigration-partnership/what-we-do/

Deadline to Apply

April 30th, 2026

How to Apply

Please submit your expression of interest by email.

Your submission should include:

  • Your full name, civic address, and mailing address (if different)
  • The Committee you are applying to
  • A brief outline of relevant experiences or skills that would support the work of the Committee

Email your application to: