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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

Notice: Closures and Curbside Collection Change - Tuesday, September 30, 2025

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In recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, our hours of operation will be as follows:

Hours of Operation
Tuesday, September 30

  • Richmond Solid Waste Management Facility – Closed
  • Municipal Administration Office – Closed
  • Richmond Arena – Closed

Curbside Collection Schedule Change
Tuesday’s curbside collection will be rescheduled to Monday, September 29.

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

Emergency Preparedness - Is your emergency kit ready?

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Emergency Preparedness - Is Your Emergency Kit Ready?

An emergency can happen with little warning — power outages, storms, floods, and more. Being prepared can make all the difference.

To watch the Nova Scotia Emergency Management video on how to prepare an emergency kit, visit:  How to prepare your emergency kit.

 

When preparing your kit:

  • Make sure your kit is easy to carry
  • Everyone in the household should know where it is
  • Check your kit twice a year
  • Replace food and water at least once a year

What to include in your kit:

  • Your household’s emergency plan
  • 6 litres of water per person (2L per day)
  • Non-perishable food that doesn’t require cooking
  • Manual can opener
  • First aid kit
  • 3-day supply of any prescription medication
  • Wind-up or battery-powered flashlight
  • Wind-up or battery-powered radio
  • Extra batteries
  • Money in small bills
  • Copies of important documents (ID, insurance, etc.)

Bonus Tips:

  • Keep your car’s gas tank as full as possible
  • Keep your cell phone fully charged

Download a full emergency kit checklist here:

https://novascotia.ca/emergency-education/docs/emergency-kit-checklist-en.pdf

Download the Hurricane Safety Tips here:

https://novascotia.ca/emergency-education/docs/hurricanes-en.pdf