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February is African Heritage Month
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February is African Heritage Month
This year's theme is "Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose, Prosperity, Power and Progress." The theme highlights the strength created when people work together, the focus that shared purpose provides, and the commitment needed to support long-term prosperity and progress.
African Heritage Month recognizes more than 400 years of African presence in Nova Scotia. The month includes events that educate, inspire, and build community across the province.
Learn more: https://ansa.novascotia.ca/african-heritage-month
Event listings and programs: https://bccns.com/events/
Top 7 Over 70 Atlantic Nominations are Open:
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Top 7 Over 70 Atlantic Nominations are Open:
Have you been inspired by an older adult in your community?
Maybe they volunteer, help and support others, started a new program, non-profit or business, found a new passion, or advocate for positive change. We want to know about it!
Eligible nominees are individuals aged 70 and over from Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland & Labrador who have started something new after the age of 70.
Successful nominees will be honoured at a Top 7 Over 70 Atlantic Awards Celebration in Halifax, Nova Scotia, on May 14th, 2026.
Don't be shy, nominate your neighbour, friend, colleague, or yourself using the link below!
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Curbside Collection Notice - Tuesday, January 27, 2026
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Curbside Collection Notice - Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Due to weather conditions, the curbside collection scheduled for Tuesday, January 26, has been cancelled. Pick-up for the affected areas will be re-scheduled as follows:
Zone 1 (Pondville, Lochside, Grandique Rd, Barrachois, Boudreauville, The Point and Petit de Grat Island) - Rescheduled for Friday, January 30.
Zone 2 (St. Peter's, Grand Gulley, River Bourgeois and Hawker) - Rescheduled for Saturday, January 31.
Zone 3 (Point Michaud, Lower L’Ardoise (excluding Martell Road), Fourchu, Framboise, North Framboise, L'Archeveque, Barren Hill Rd., Sterling, East Grand River, Lewis Cove Rd. and Grand River) - Rescheduled for Friday, January 30.
Public Notice: Weather Reminder: Winter storm in the forecast.
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WEATHER REMINDER: WINTER STORM IN THE FORECAST
With stormy weather in the forecast for Richmond County, we'd like to remind residents of a few helpful tips:
- As with any winter storm, please prepare to shelter in place for 72 hours.
- After the storm passes, should we experience a prolonged power outage during cold weather, the Municipality will work to open warming centres as conditions allow and use every communication stream available to get these messages out to as many residents as possible.
- A list of Comfort Centres partnered with the Municipality can be viewed on our website (see "More Information" below)
- Please note that other community centres in Richmond County may also choose to open independently and will communicate directly with the public if they do.
BE A GOOD NEIGHBOUR:
- When it's safe to do so, check in on neighbours - especially those who are most vulnerable.
- Please do not risk becoming another person in need of aid and resources - only venture out when conditions are safe
MORE INFORMATION: Please refer to our instructions for storm events, including a list of comfort centres on our website by following this link: https://www.richmondcounty.ca/preparing-for-an-emergency.
Stay warm and safe, Richmond County!