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Municipal Office - 2357 Highway 206, P.O. Box 120, Arichat, Nova Scotia B0E 1A0
(902) 226-2400, Toll Free: 1-800-567-2600

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Compost Available May 20, 2025

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Compost Available

Effective May 20, 2025, compost will be available at the Richmond Solid Waste Management Facility. Availability is limited to residents of Richmond County (identification with address may be requested) and will be limited to a maximum of 2 cubic yards per customer until June 9, 2025 after which compost can be purchased in greater quantities (subject to availability).

The compost has been tested to CCME guidelines and is considered Category A, unrestricted use, and can be used in any application. Lab results are available upon request.

Fees:

  • Residential / Commercial Customers  $40 / Tonne (Minimum $5 charge)
  • Loading Fee                                       $10 Flat Fee
  • Tandem Truck Load                          $275 inc. loading fee (approximately 8 tonnes – truck supplied by purchaser)

Customers must remit payment at the Richmond Solid Waste Management Facility at time of pick-up (cash, debit and cheque accepted). Please note that shovels and containers are not available at the Waste Management Facility. Those wishing to be loaded with site equipment may see slight delays depending on other site activities.

Quantities may be limited. Please verify availability with the Richmond Solid Waste Management Facility at 902-226-2396.

You're Invited - Celebrating VON Week - Proclamation and Flag Raising Ceremony

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Celebrating VON Week, May 18 - 24th, 2025

The Municipality of the County of Richmond wishes to invite members of the public to the Victoria Order of Nurses (VON) Week Proclamation and Flag Raising ceremony, which will be held on Tuesday, May 20th, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at the Municipal Administration Building, 2357 Hwy 206, Arichat, NS.

Every year, VON Canada marks a special week to thank the dedicated staff and volunteers, and celebrate the caring home and community support they deliver. This year's theme, At the Heart of Care, recognizes that it’s the people who make VON special. VON staff and volunteers put their whole hearts into providing life-changing care to clients. VON is also at the heart of the healthcare system, bringing people the support they need and want – at home and in the community – so they can live healthier, happier lives, surrounded by loved ones.

All are welcome to attend.

Richmond County RV Dump Station - Open

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 Richmond County RV Dump Station

Location:    Industrial Park Rd Lennox Passage
NOW OPEN

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Public Notice: Property Tax Sale - June 6, 2025

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PROPERTY TAX SALE

Updated June 05, 2025
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NOTICE is hereby given that the following lands situated within the Municipality of the County of Richmond will be sold under provisions of the Municipal Government Act, part V1(6), for arrears, rates, taxes,  interest, and expenses. Time of Sale will be at 9:00 am on Friday, the 6th day of June 2025, at the Municipal Office, 2357 Highway 206, Arichat, NS, unless all charges are paid at the Municipal Tax Office on or before said date. 
SCHEDULE OF LANDS    
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District
AAN #
PID #
Assessed Name
Description / Address / Location
Redeemable
Taxes, Interest, Other Charges
    
1 5 00176303 75065060  Glen R Bailey EST C/O Michael S Bailey  Land - Brymer RD, Lower L'Ardoise No

 $5,431.22

    
2 5 00367028 75102509  Mary Patricia Martell  Land/Dwelling - 68 Bona Lane No  $27,919.90     
3 5 00474142 75069195  Estate of Mildred Briand  Land/Dwelling - 3064 Point Michaud RD No  $18,389.00    
4 2 00549398 75013938  Aliyeh Saeed-Mohammad  Land/Dwelling - 38 D'Escousse-Cap La Ronde RD Yes  $3,699.80    
5                  
6 5 01626272 75065342  Wolter Land Estates  Land - 349 Chapel Cove Rd, L'Ardoise Yes  $33,933.43    
7 3 02267365 75043851  Jones Securities Limited  Land - Highway # 4, Grand Anse No  $3,553.94    
8                  
9 5 02633337 75074187  Kelly Ann Lariviere &
 Living Trust of John A Lyons		  Land - N0. 4 Hwy, Soldier's Cove Yes  $5,546.72    
10                  
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12                  
13 5 04465016 75076307
75076315		  Wolfgang Beck  Land/Dwelling - 82 Golden River RD, Loch Lomond Yes  $4,558.10    
14                  
15                  
16 5 05997771 75118497  Raymond Bernard Briand  Land - Briand RD, West L'Ardoise No  $6,921.62    
17                  
18 3 07963912 75108696  Jemco Holdings Limited  Land - Evanston No  $2,718.16    
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TERMS AS FOLLOWS: Cash, Money Order, Lawyer's Trust Cheque, or Certified Cheque for the amount outstanding on account immediately at time of Sale. Balance of bid must be provided within 3 working days following the Tax Sale.

    
The Municipality of the County of Richmond makes no representations or warranties to any purchaser regarding the fitness, geographical or environmental suitability of the land(s) offered for sale for any particular use and does not certify the legal title, legal description or boundaries AND the lands for sale are being sold on an "as is" basis. Although the Municipality of the County of  Richmond has made all reasonable efforts to confirm ownership, it does not guarantee titles or boundaries of the aforementioned properties. Prospective purchasers are responsible for conducting their own searches, surveys and or other investigations.

Please be advised that the Municipality of the County of Richmond will not be responsible for recording Tax Deeds following a Tax Sale. It is the responsibility of each successful bidder to ensure that their Tax Deed is recorded promptly and correctly.
Furthermore, please note that the new Provincial Deed Transfer Tax may apply to any tax sale purchase. We strongly recommend that any Purchaser consult with their own lawyer or legal representative regarding the applicability of this tax. 

    
For a more detailed description of the property, please contact the Municipality of the County of Richmond by calling (902) 226-3975 or via email
Clint Samson
Revenue Manager
Dated: May 7, 2025