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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.
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:
Public Hearing Notice - Amendments to Marketing Levy By-law, By-law No. 60
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Public Hearing Notice
Marketing Levy By-law Amendments
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT the Council of the Municipality of the County of Richmond intends to consider amendments to the Marketing Levy By-law, By-law No. 60. A public hearing will be held before Council considers second reading of the proposed amendments at a Special Meeting of Council.
The proposed amendments would update the By-law to include short-term rental platform operators and clarify how the Marketing Levy is collected, reported, and remitted.
Copies of the proposed amendments can be inspected at the Municipal Office, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. weekdays (excluding holidays).
Written comments may be emailed to or faxed to 902-226-1510 and will be accepted until the start of the hearing. Anyone wishing to speak in favour of, or in opposition to, the proposed amendments may register with the Municipal Clerk by 4 p.m. on the date of the hearing or upon arrival before the hearing begins.
Public Hearing: Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 6:30 p m.
Location: Council Chambers, 2357 Highway 206, Arichat, Richmond County.
Amendments: pdf Marketing Levy By-law, By-law No. 60 (Amendments are highlighted in yellow)(315 KB)
Shelley David
Municipal Clerk & Communications Officer
Posted on the Richmond County website on July 27, 2026, and published in The Reporter on July 29, 2026, in accordance with the requirements of the Municipal Government Act.