News & Announcements
Lyme Disease Awareness Month
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🌿 Spring is here, and so is tick season.
Warden Lois Landry, on behalf of Council, has proclaimed May as Lyme Disease Awareness Month in Richmond County. It's a great opportunity for all of us to learn more about Lyme disease and how to stay safe while enjoying the outdoors.
Read the full proclamation here.
While there are several types of ticks in Nova Scotia, only the blacklegged tick carries the bacteria that cause Lyme disease. These ticks are found across the entire province, in woods, shrubs, leaf litter, long grass, parks, and even your own backyard. They're tiny, their bites are painless, and that makes them easy to miss.
Here's what you can do:
- ✅ Do daily tick checks after time outdoors
- ✅ Wear long sleeves and pants in wooded or grassy areas
- ✅ Know how to remove a tick properly
- ✅ Check your pets after they've been outside and speak to your vet about tick prevention
Dalhousie Research Study: Relocation due to climate risks
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Have You Relocated Due to Flooding, Sea Level Rise, Fire, or Erosion?
Researchers at Dalhousie University are looking to connect with individuals in Atlantic Canada who have permanently relocated due to climate-related risks.
If you are:
19 years or older
Living in Atlantic Canada
Have permanently relocated due to climate-related impacts
You may be eligible to participate in a study about your relocation experience.
Participants will be invited to take part in:
• An online call (30–45 minutes)
• An in-person interview (1–1.5 hours)
Interviews will explore your experiences before, during, and after relocation. Participation is voluntary and confidential.
To learn more or express interest, contact: Robin Musselman
Email:
Phone: 902-818-7653
Please share with anyone in our community who may be interested.
2026 Canada Day Grant Funding - Call for Applications
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2026 Canada Day Grant Funding - Call for Applications:
The Municipality of the County of Richmond invites applications from not-for-profit organizations interested in organizing a Canada Day event as part of the July 1, 2026, celebrations.
Application forms are available on the Municipal website via the link below. Hard copies may also be picked up at the Municipal Administration Building, located at 2357 Highway 206, Arichat.
Completed applications must be submitted no later than 12:00 p.m. on Friday, May 22, 2026. Applications must be submitted by email or dropped off in person. For inquiries and assistance, please contact Danielle Martell, Community Development Coordinator.
Please forward your applications to:
Attn: Danielle Martell, Community Development Coordinator
Subject Line / Label: Canada Day Funding
Drop-off Location:
Municipality of the County of Richmond
2357 Highway 206
Arichat, NS
Application: download an application here.
Spring Programming Updates
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Delayed Start
The following Spring programs have a delayed start:
- Zumba, Felix Marchand Education Centre (Louisdale)
Wednesdays (5 weeks): May 13, 20, 27, June 10, 17 (no class June 3)
6:30 PM – 7:10 PM
$35 for the session or $8 per class - PiYo Live, Felix Marchand Education Centre (Louisdale)
Wednesdays (5 weeks): May 13, 20, 27, June 10, 17 (no class June 3) 7:20 PM – 7:50 PM $35 for the session or $8 per class -
Learn to Jive, St. Peter's United Church Hall
May 20, 27 & June 3, 10 6:00–7:00 PM
- Salsa Solo, St. Peter's United Church Hall
May 19, 26 & June 2, 9 6:00–7:00 PM - Learn Latin Dance (Merengue, Bachata, Salsa Basics), St. Peter's United Church Hall
June 10 & 17 5:00–6:00 PM (new time)
Drop-in participants must register and pay online in advance.
Register online today:www.richmondcounty.ca or phone 902.226.0663