Notices
Wind Projects Community Benefit Fund – Call for Applications
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- Published: Wednesday, 29 April 2026 09:50
The Truro Heights Community Wind Project and Truro Millbrook Community Wind Project Community Benefit Funds are funded by the wind projects and support local community groups and initiatives in the communities of Hilden, Truro Heights, Lower Truro, and Old Barns, within the Municipality of Colchester.
Funding applications will be accepted from locally based registered charities, not-for-profit organizations, schools, and individuals or groups from these communities at the discretion of the fund administrators.
Categories for funding include:
• Environmental enhancement;
• Social Welfare;
• Arts & Culture;
• Health & Wellness;
• Education and Science; and
• Emergency Relief.
Funding is not intended for ongoing operations or expenses, but to fund projects, special events or initiatives.
Several grants are available, and individual grants between $100 and $10,000 are typically awarded. Amounts above $10,000 will be considered where the project demonstrates significant community benefit.
Deadline to apply is May 15, 2026. Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to submit applications or for more information.
pdf Wind Projects Community Benefit Fund Application Form(68 KB)
Note: Organizations that received funding from this program in 2025 must submit a final report to be eligible for 2026.
Notice of Approval
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- Published: Tuesday, 28 April 2026 08:49
TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Municipality of the County of Colchester, at a hearing held on April 27, 2026, approved an amendment to the Colchester Land Use Bylaw to rezone property located on PID# 20131793, 2204 Highway 4, Folly Mountain from RG- Rural General and AP-Agriculture Potential to P2 – Commercial Recreation. Should the rezoning be successful, the development of a campground is proposed.
The rezoning report may be inspected at the Community Development Office, Municipal Building, 1 Church Street, Truro, N.S. during regular business hours and is also posted on the Municipal website at https://www.colchester.ca/planning under current planning applications.
This decision may be appealed to the Nova Scotia Regulatory and Appeals Board within fourteen (14) days of the date of publication of this notice. Nova Scotia Regulatory and Appeals Board/Planning.
Dated in Truro, April 28, 2026
Dan Troke
Chief Administrative Officer
Deer Population Research Starting April 2nd
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- Published: Thursday, 02 April 2026 11:40
Starting April 2, 2026 and continuing throughout the month the Municipality will be conducting deer population research in the communities of BIBLE HILL, VALLEY, BROOKSIDE, SALMON RIVER, LOWER TRURO, TRURO HEIGHTS and HILDEN.
Please note, to complete this work our wildlife consultant may be required to pass through private property. We appreciate the community's cooperation as we conduct this important research. If you have any questions please contact the Municipal office.
Volunteer Opportunities - Committee Vacancies
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- Published: Thursday, 02 April 2026 06:04
The Municipality of Colchester is seeking volunteers to fill vacancies on the following Committees for balance of the 2024-2028 term of Council (ending October 2028):
- Citizens Monitoring Committees (for Wind Turbines): citizen representatives for the Windy Ridge/Kutnuk Projects, as well as for the Higgins Mountain Project;
- Debert Water Utility Advisory Committee: citizens must be serviced by the Water Utility;
- Audit Committee; and,
- Colchester Planning Advisory Committee: seeking representation from citizens in rural areas of Colchester County.
Individuals interested should complete an application form including any relevant background information, and send to the Municipality of Colchester, c/o the Nominating Committee, 1 Church Street, Truro, B2N3Z5 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Deadline for applications/expressions of interest is April 15, 2026, or until all vacancies are filled.
pdf Citizen Application for Municipality of Colchester Committees(81 KB)
Dated April 1, 2026
Dan Troke
Chief Administrative Officer
New Public Water Station Now Open!
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- Published: Tuesday, 31 March 2026 12:00
The Municipality is pleased to announce the opening of a new public water station located at 84 Tidal Bore Road in Lower Truro. This new facility provides treated water from the Town of Truro’s water supply network and is free for public use.
Colchester residents have consistently expressed the importance of reliable access to safe, clean drinking water, particularly during periods of drought. This new water station enhances the community’s resilience during dry conditions while ensuring a dependable and safe source of drinking water for residents.
Virtual Meetings Notice - Council and Council Committee (April to June 2026)
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- Published: Tuesday, 31 March 2026 08:43
Take Notice that the following Council and Council Committee/Presentation meetings will be held in-person and virtually (as needed):
Council Committee Presentations (held on an as needed basis).
- May 5, 2026
- June 2, 2026
Council Committee
- April 13, 2026 (Special Maintenance Budget Meeting)
- April 16, 2026
- April 20, 2026 (Special Additions/Deletions Budget Meeting)
- April 21, 2026 (Special Additions/Deletions Budget Meeting – if needed)
- May 14, 2026
- June 11, 2026
Council
- April 27, 2026
- May 28, 2026
- June 25, 2026
All meetings begin at 6pm unless otherwise noted. All open session portions of meetings are now being livestreamed here https://www.youtube.com/@municipalityofcolchester/streams.
Dated March 31, 2026
Dan Troke
Chief Administrative Officer