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Published: 13 January 2025

Applications are once again open for the Micro-Loan Program! Under the Micro-Loan Program, women+ entrepreneurs from across Unama’ki – Cape Breton are eligible to apply for a loan of up to $10,000 offered at a prime rate with zero percent interest and no payments for the first six months thanks to the Cape Breton Partnership’s Program Partners at the Sydney Credit Union or East Coast Credit Union. Participants in the program are also able to boost their entrepreneurial journey with access to services thanks to our committed Benefits Partners to the Micro-Loan Program, including: A one-year membership with either the Cape Breton Regional Chamber of Commerce or Strait Area Chamber of Commerce; A one-year membership with the Centre for Women in Business; and Free access to Centre for Entrepreneurship Education and Development programming for the Leveling It Up Program, Incubator Program, and Accelerator Program. For more information and to apply, visit Micro-Loan Program - Cape Breton Partnership

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Category: News & Announcements

Published: 31 December 2024

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

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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.

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Category: Announcements (Public Works)

Published: 16 December 2024

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.

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Category: News & Announcements

Published: 16 December 2024

 

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