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• Address  - Request for Address Change

• Dog License

• Grant and Programs 

• Heritage Property 

• Noise By-Law Exemption 

• Road Name Change

• Special Event Application

• Taxi License

• Water and Sewer

 

Address Change Request Form (online form or pdf)

Complete online form or download Request for Address Change.

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Dog Licenses

For more information please contact:

Ms Kristina Kean
Receptionist/Tax Clerk
Tax Office Clerk
2357 Hwy 206, PO Box 120
Arichat, NS B0E 1A0
(902) 226-2400

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Grant and Programs 

pdf grant/funding application - fillable form(1.52 MB)

For more information please contact:

Danielle Martell
Community Development and Special Projects Officer
P.O. Box 120, 2357 Highway 206
Arichat, NS B0E 1A0

Telephone: 902-226-3982 Fax: 902-226-0295

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Heritage Property

• pdf Application to Register a Heritage Property(286 KB)
• pdf Application to Register a Heritage Property - Fillable form(225 KB)

For more information please contact:

2357 Hwy 206, PO Box 120
Arichat, NS B0E 1A0
(902) 226-2400

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Noise Exemption Application Form 

Download the Noise By-Law and Noise application form.

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Road Name Change

pdf Application for Road Name Change(12 KB)

For more information please contact your Municipal Councillor

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Special Event Application Form

Download the Special Event By-Law and Special Event application form.

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Water and Sewer

pdf Water and Sewer Applications form(35 KB)

For more information please contact:

Public Works Co-ordinator
2357 Hwy 206, PO Box 120
Arichat, NS B0E 1A0
(902) 226-3989

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Taxi Lisence

Taxi Lisence application form

Taxis By Law 20

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Municipal Grants  

The Municipality of the County of Richmond values the contributions of volunteer organizations and community groups. The new 2026-2027 Grants Policy ensures that municipal grants support initiatives that align with our strategic plans (e.g., Strategic Plan Refresh, Active Living Strategy and Recreation Plan, Trails Strategy, and others).

Grant applications will typically be reviewed at the Committee of the Whole from September to June. Eligible community organizations are encouraged to plan projects and activities well in advance, allowing the Municipality ample time (6 to 8 weeks) for processing prior to project commencement.

Eligible organizations can apply multiple times, up to the maximum amount available in Community Grant Funding Tiers 1 and 2. Therefore, eligible organizations cannot receive more than $8,500 in total from Tier 1 and 2 Community Grant Funds per fiscal year.

Types of Grants

Community Grant - Tier 1: For smaller financial requests with local impact.

The Community Grant - Tier 1 funding can be used to support smaller projects up to $1,000.  Eligible organizations can apply multiple times, up to the maximum amount available. For example, an organization can apply for more than one project as long as the total amount of all submissions per organization does not exceed the $1,000 limit.  Funds granted to an eligible host organization on behalf of another group will not count toward the host organization’s grant limits.

Community Grant - Tier 2: For larger financial requests that benefit the broader community.

The Community Grant - Tier 2 funding can be used to support larger projects up to $7,500.00.  Eligible organizations can apply multiple times, up to the maximum amount available. For example, an organization can apply for more than one project, as long as the total amount of all submissions, per organization, does not exceed the $7,500 limit.   Funds granted to an eligible host organization on behalf of another group will not count toward the host organization’s grant limits.

Waterfront Development Projects Grant - Tier 3: For waterfront development projects that are similar in nature to those in the Canada Community-Building Fund (CCBF) projects.

The Waterfront Development Projects Grant - Tier 3 funding can be used to support waterfront development projects up to a maximum of 50% of the project.

Advertising and Sponsorship Policy

Eligible organizations, community groups, and individuals applying through a host organization may request sponsorship support. All applicants must meet the eligibility requirements in the Policy. Applications are accepted year-round, and each applicant may submit one request per fiscal year. Requests up to 250 dollars may be reviewed by the CAO. Requests over 250 dollars are reviewed by Council at Committee of the Whole meetings.  Canada Day Grant Funding Application  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. (local time) on Friday, May 22, 2026. Applications may be submitted by email or dropped off in person to the following: For inquiries and assistance, please contact Danielle Martell, Community Development Coordinator. Please forward your applications to:  Danielle Martell Community Development Coordinator P.O. Box 120, 2357 Highway 206 Arichat, NS B0E 1A0 Attn: Danielle Martell, Community Development Coordinator Subject Line / Label: Canada Day Funding Email:  Drop-off Location: Municipality of the County of Richmond 2357 Highway 206 Arichat, NS

Policy pdf 2026-2027 Grants Policy(693 KB) pdf Appendix A - Grant Categories and Limits(240 KB) pdf Advertising and Sponsorship Policy(222 KB)

Application Forms

• 2026-2027 Grants Policy Tier 1 Application Form -  pdf  Appendix B - Tier 1 Application Form(218 KB)
• 2026-2027 Grants Policy Tier 2 Application Form -   pdf Appendix C - Tier 2 Application Form(196 KB)
• 2026-2027 Grants Policy Tier 3 Application Form -  pdf  Appendix D - Tier 3 Application Form(176 KB)
• Balance Sheet and Income Statement Templates -   pdf Balance Sheet and Income Statement Templates(101 KB)
• Advertising and Sponsorship Application Form -  pdf Advertising and Sponsorship Application Form(226 KB)
• 2026 Canada Day Grant Funding Application 2026 Canada Day Grant Funding Application

For inquiries and assistance, please contact Danielle Martell, Community Development Coordinator

Please forward your applications to: 

Danielle Martell
Community Development Coordinator
P.O. Box 120, 2357 Highway 206
Arichat, NS B0E 1A0

Telephone: 902-226-3982 Fax: 902-226-0295

Past Grant Recipients / Funding Contributions / By-Law 56 - Tax Exemption List

To view grant recipients and funding contributions, visit: Funding Contributions & By-Law 56 - Tax Exemption Lists.

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 a.m. on Friday, the 12th day of June 2026, 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
	#	District	AAN #	PID #	Assessed Name	Description / Address / Location	Redeem-able	Taxes, Interest, Other Charges
	1	4	01216295	75052159	Vincent DeWolfe	Land/Dwelling - 9451 Highway 4, River Tillard	Yes	$3,249.48
	2	5	02856905	75217745	Jens Haake	Land - Pig Point RD, Framboise	Yes	$3,692.15
	3
	4	5	05483379	75067348	Anita Benoit	Land - 317 St Peters Fourchu Rd, Lower L'Ardoise	No	$2,633.57
	5	3	09252959	75144188	James Lorenzana	Land - 12 Orion Cresent, Walkerville	Yes	$4,400.00
	6
	7	5	10544394	75210385	Carlos Felipe Villalobos Landeros	Land - Peter Sosna DR, Hay Cove	Yes	$5,121.45
	8	5	10554071	75211094	Lars Leckebusch Et Al	Land - Michael Vogt DR, Hay Cove	Yes	$4,933.60
	9	5	10588324	75211912	Red Fox Communication Enterprises C/O Donald Samson CA	Land - Michael Vogt DR, Hay Cove	Yes	$7,303.30
	10	5	10588332	75211920	Red Fox Communication Enterprises C/O Donald Samson CA	Land - Michael Vogt DR, Hay Cove	Yes	$6,026.13
	11	5	10588340	75211938	Red Fox Communication Enterprises C/O Donald Samson CA	Land - Michael Vogt DR, Hay Cove	Yes	$6,026.13
	12	5	10588359	75211946	Red Fox Communication Enterprises C/O Donald Samson CA	Land - Michael Vogt DR, Hay Cove	Yes	$6,023.22
	13	5	10588367	75211953	Red Fox Communication Enterprises C/O Donald Samson CA	Land - Michael Vogt DR, Hay Cove	Yes	$6,023.22
	14	5	10588375	75211961	Red Fox Communication Enterprises C/O Donald Samson CA	Land - Michael Vogt DR, Hay Cove	Yes	$6,023.22
	15	5	10588383	75211979	Red Fox Communication Enterprises C/O Donald Samson CA	Land - Michael Vogt DR, Hay Cove	Yes	$6,023.22
	16	5	10588405	75211995	Red Fox Communication Enterprises C/O Donald Samson CA	Land - Michael Vogt DR, Hay Cove	Yes	$6,023.22
	17	5	10588413	75212001	Red Fox Communication Enterprises C/O Donald Samson CA	Land - Michael Vogt DR, Hay Cove	Yes	$6,023.22
	18	5	10837571	75217752	Jens Haake	Land - Pig Point RD, Framboise	Yes	$3,463.64
	19	5	10837588	75217737	Jens Haake	Land - Pig Point RD, Framboise	Yes	$3,529.78
	20	5	10837596	75217729	Jens Haake	Land - Pig Point RD, Framboise	Yes	$3,382.97
	21	5	10837601	75217711	Jens Haake	Land - Pig Point RD, Framboise	Yes	$3,370.13
	22	5	10837618	75217703	Jens Haake	Land - Pig Point RD, Framboise	Yes	$3,472.50
	23	5	10837626	75217695	Jens Haake	Land - Pig Point RD, Framboise	Yes	$3,398.68
	24	5	10837634	75217687	Jens Haake	Land - Pig Point RD, Framboise	Yes	$3,370.13
	25	5	10837642	75217679	Jens Haake	Land - Pig Point RD, Framboise	Yes	$3,369.73
	26	5	10837650	75217661	Jens Haake	Land - Pig Point RD, Framboise	Yes	$3,369.73

Terms for Property Tax Sales are as Follows:

Cash, Money Order, Lawyer's Trust Cheque, or Certified Cheque for the amount outstanding on the account immediately at the 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
Date: May 22, 2026

Tax Sale Advertisements

• •   pdf May 22, 2026(468 KB)
  •   pdf May 19, 2026(468 KB)
  •   pdf May 13, 2026(625 KB)

 

 

Tax Office

2357 Highway 206
P.0. Box 120
Arichat, NS BOE 1A0

(902) 226-2400

• Credit Union Atlantic
• Royal Bank
• Bank of Montreal
• Canada Trust
• CIBC

In order to make it easier for Richmond County residents to pay on their tax accounts, the Department of Finance has arranged the following methods of bill payment.

Bill Cycle

Tax Billing takes place twice (2) annually.
Interim Billing - April 1
Final Billing - September 1

Interest rate on overdue taxes - 18% per annum

Tax Certificates

The Municipality provides Tax Certificates on specific accounts for a fee of $20.00 per Certificate.

Electronic Funds Transfers

The information you will require in order to send the money via Royal Funds Transfer is as follows:

Our Institution Number: 003
Our Transit Number: 00443
Our Bank: Royal Bank of Canada
Our Account Number: 1125160
Our SWIFT CODE is: ROYCCAT2

It is very important to specify your account number and name on the payment to ensure that the payment is placed on the proper account.

Please include a $20.00 fee in your payment, this fee is to cover the charges from our bank.

If you have any further questions please feel free to contact me.

Have a great day,

Mrs. Kristina Kean
Mrs. Anne McNamara

Tax Office
2357 Hwy 206
PO Box 120
Arichat, NS B0E 1A0

Tel: (902) 226-2400
Fax :(902) 226-0295

Senior's Property Tax Rebates

Senior's Property Tax Rebates program starts every July and ends December 31st.  Taxes must be paid in full for the previous year. This program provides a 50% rebate of residential municipal property taxes paid for 2022, up to $800. To be eligible for the Property Tax Rebate for Seniors you must be at least 65 and receive, or be eligible to receive, the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) or be between 60-64 and receive, or be eligible to receive, the Allowance in 2023. The Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) and the Allowance are monthly federal supplements available to low-income Old Age Security pensioners.

To see if you qualify, call Toll Free 1-800-670-4357.

**Seniors will be required to complete their application form and mail it to the province but will no longer require the Municipal Tax Sheet they used to request from the municipality. **