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Public Hearing Notice - Amendments to the West Richmond, Central Richmond, Isle Madame, St. Peters and Richmond County Land Use Bylaws

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MUNICIPALITY OF THE COUNTY OF RICHMOND

P.O. Box 120, Arichat, Nova Scotia, B0E 1A0

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
  • West Richmond, Central Richmond, Isle Madame, St. Peters and Richmond County Land Use Bylaws

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT the Council of the Municipality of the County of Richmond intends to consider and, if deemed advisable, to approve amendments to the Land Use By-laws for West Richmond, Central Richmond, Isle Madame, St. Peters and Richmond County by

Reverting the period for appealing a variance in the requirements of the corresponding land use by-law from twenty-one (21) to fourteen (14) days. These amendments apply to all areas of Richmond County and the purpose of the amendments is to conform to the requirements of the Municipal Government Act.

Copies of the amending pages can be inspected at the Municipal Office or at the Eastern District Planning Commission, 606 Reeves Street, Unit 3, Port Hawkesbury between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. weekdays (excluding holidays), online at www.edpc.ca.

Written or oral presentations (for or against the amendment) can be made before Municipal Council at a Public Hearing to be held:

Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
Council Chambers, Richmond County Municipal Office
2357 Highway 206, Arichat, NS

For more information on written or oral presentations, visit Public Hearings

Posted March 27th, 2025 on the Richmond County Webpage www.richmondcounty.ca and in Reporter newspaper April 2nd and 9th, 2025 in accordance with the requirements of the Municipal Government Act.

Documents

  pdf Amending Pages(284 KB)

  pdf MOCR Briefing Note(153 KB)

  pdf Public Hearing Notice(209 KB)

Autism Acceptance Month Flag Raising – Be Part of the Celebration!

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In recognition of April's Autism Acceptance Month, we will be raising the Autism Acceptance Flag on Friday, March 28, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. at the Municipal Administration Building in Arichat. This ceremony will mark the beginning of a month dedicated to promoting understanding, inclusion, and acceptance for individuals on the autism spectrum.

Please join us in celebrating the strengths and contributions of individuals with autism as we work together to foster a more inclusive world for everyone. All are welcome to attend.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Location: Administration Building, 2357 Hwy 206, Arichat, NS
Date: Friday, March 28, 2025
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Duration: 10 to 15 minutes

Unama’ki – Cape Breton Job Fair Series from April 1 to 14, 2025

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Unama’ki – Cape Breton Job Fair Series from April 1 to 14, 2025.

 The Cape Breton Partnership, in collaboration with Nova Scotia Works offices from the YMCA of Cape Breton Employment Services Centre, Le Conseil de développement économique de la Nouvelle-Écosse (CDENE), and Northside Employment & Resource Centre are hosting the Unama’ki – Cape Breton Job Fair Series from April 1 to 14, 2025.

The 2025 Unama’ki – Cape Breton Job Fair Series locations will include:

  • April 1 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre, 606 Reeves Street, Port Hawkesbury, Nova Scotia

  • April 8 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Joan Harriss Cruise Pavilion, Pitman Hall, 74 Esplanade, Sydney, NS, B1P 1A1

  • April 9 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

La salle des retraités, 15108 Cabot Trail, Chéticamp 

April 14 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

D'Escousse Civic Improvement Society Hall, 3276 NS-320, D'escousse, Nova Scotia

For more information

To learn more, or to register and attend a Job Fair as a jobseeker or employer, visit Unama'ki - Cape Breton Job Fair Series - Cape Breton Partnership

March is Amyloidosis Awareness Month

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March is Amyloidosis Awareness Month

Amyloidosis is a rare and complex group of diseases where abnormal proteins (amyloid) build up in organs, leading to impairment or failure. Early diagnosis is key to effective treatment—catching it early can make all the difference. Let’s spread awareness and support those affected.

To read the Richmond County Municipal Council proclamation, visit https://www.richmondcounty.ca/proclamations.html

To learn more about amyloidosis, visit https://amyloidosiscanada.org/about-amyloidosis/