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Richmond County Solid Waste Facility Accepting New Materials
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Richmond County Solid Waste Facility Accepting New Materials
The Municipality of the County of Richmond is advising residents that the Richmond County Solid Waste Facility is now accepting new materials for recycling.
Newly accepted items include:
- non-hazardous aerosol containers (such as hairspray and shaving cream),
- plastic laminates (such as chip bags and coffee pods),
- and flexible and rigid foam (such as meat trays and styrofoam).
Sorting Information
Circular Materials separates recyclables into five categories:
- Paper (Blue Bag)
- Plastics and containers (Blue Bag)
- Non-hazardous aerosol containers *NEW (Drop off at Solid Waste Facility)
- Plastic laminates *NEW (Drop off at Solid Waste Facility)
- Flexible and rigid foam *NEW (Drop off at Solid Waste Facility)
Paper and Plastics and containers are accepted curbside in separate blue bags. The remaining three material types; non-hazardous aerosol containers, plastic laminates, and flexible/rigid foam, are to be dropped off at the Richmond County Solid Waste Facility, located at 634 Highway 206, West Arichat.
There are no changes to how paper and plastics/containers are collected. These materials will continue to be accepted curbside in separate blue bags.
Accepted Materials
Examples of newly accepted materials include:
Non-hazardous aerosol containers:
- Food spray
- Hairspray
- Air fresheners
- Shaving cream
- Deodorant
- Wax and polish sprays
- Insulating foam
Plastic laminates:
- Coffee or deli pouches
- Chip bags
- Bubble wrap
- Vacuum packaging
- Candy and snack wrappers
- Cereal liner bags
- Gift bags
Flexible and rigid foam:
- Meat trays
- Packaging peanuts
- Foam takeout containers
- Foam cups, plates, and bowls
- Foam packaging
Curbside Collection and Support
Residents with questions can contact the municipal Solid Waste Facility at 902-226-2396.
For collection schedules and sorting guidance, residents can download the "Recycle Cape Breton app" or visit the Recycling WIZARD by clicking here.
Tender # MOCR202612 - Engineering Services Arichat Water Treatment Plant Connection to Wastewater Collection System
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Tender # MOCR202612
Engineering Services
Arichat Water Treatment Plant
Connection to Wastewater Collection System
The Municipality of the County of Richmond is issuing this Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking the services of a qualified consultant to complete detailed Engineering for upgrades required to convey all process wastewater and sewage generated at the Arichat Water Treatment Plant to the existing municipal wastewater collection system.
The detailed Request for Proposals is available on the Provincial procurement website at https://procurement-portal.novascotia.ca/tenders/MOCR202612. Not necessarily the lowest or any bid will be accepted.
Tenders will be accepted until 2 p.m., local time, on Thursday, September 17, 2026.
Become a HomeShare Provider Today !
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The ROC Society is seeking caring individuals, couples, and families who can offer a safe, welcoming home to a person with a disability.
HomeShare is a supported, community living option where a person with a disability lives in and shares the home of an approved provider. Supporting someone with a disability in HomeShare is not a placement. It is a thoughtful matching of the supported person and their self-directed plan and the HomeShare Provider. Each match is unique! A Provider could be supporting with cooking meals, transportation to work, developing a routine, personal care, etc. It helps people build independence, develop life skills, stay connected to community, while enjoying safe, stable, and affordable housing.
Why Become a HomeShare Provider? • Make a meaningful difference in someone’s everyday life.
- Provide companionship, stability, and community connection.
- Receive funding, training, and ongoing support based on the level of care provided.
Who Can Apply?
- People who are caring, dependable, and supportive.
- Applicants who meet Disability Support Program standards through screening, background checks, and home study.
- Individuals, couples, or families with a safe and welcoming home. *If an Individual needing support has their own place, a Provider can move in!
How It Works
1. Express interest by contacting ROC Society.
2. Complete screening through the application, checks, and home study process.
3. Find the right match with help from a HomeShare Coordinator.
4. Receive support through 24/7 on-call, training, and resources.
Ready to learn more?
Contact The ROC Society's HomeShare Coordinators:
Tiffany Coffin
Tanya Bungay
Office Hours:
Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
August is Acadian Heritage Month
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Acadian Heritage Month
Nova Scotia is celebrating the third annual Acadian Heritage Month throughout August, honouring more than four centuries of French language, culture, and traditions in the province.
This year’s theme, “Building Connections, Celebrating Our Voices,” highlights the strength of Acadian communities across Nova Scotia and here at home in Richmond County.
Throughout August, residents are encouraged to take part in local and provincial celebrations, learn more about Acadian heritage, and reflect on the many contributions Acadian people have made to Richmond County and Nova Scotia.
To learn more and explore activities taking place throughout the month, visit:
