Notices

Notice of Intent - Second Reading Chapter 31 - Onsite Water Supply & Septic Program By-law

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Published: Friday, 07 August 2026 11:32

Take Notice that the Council of the Municipality of the County of Colchester will consider Second Reading of Chapter 31 – Onsite Water Supply & Septic Program By-law at its regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, August 27, 2026, beginning at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will be held both in person and virtually via Zoom Webinar.

The proposed Onsite Water Supply & Septic Program By-law is intended to provide a mechanism for property owners to finance improvements to existing potable water supply systems and on-site sewage disposal systems.

The text of the proposed By-law may be inspected or a copy obtained from the Corporate Services Office, 1 Church Street, Truro, or on the Municipality's website at www.colchester.ca.

Anyone wishing to comment on the proposed By-law may do so by calling 902-897-3157 or by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Dated August 6, 2026
Dan Troke
Chief Administrative Officer

Virtual Meetings Notice - Council and Council Committee (August to October 2026)

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Published: Wednesday, 08 July 2026 17:45

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).

  • August 4, 2026
  • September 1, 2026
  • October 6, 2026

 Council Committee

  • August 13, 2026
  • September 10, 2026
  • October 15, 2026

 Council

  • August 27, 2026
  • September 24, 2026
  • October 29, 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 July 8, 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 Higgins Mountain Project;
  • Debert Water Utility Advisory Committee: citizens must be serviced by the Water Utility (1 vacancy); and,
  • Tatamagouche Water Utility Advisory Committee: citizens must be serviced by the Water Utility (1 vacancy).

Individuals interested should complete an application form (below) 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.. Applications will be accepted until all vacancies are filled.

  pdf Citizen Application for Municipality of Colchester Committees(81 KB)

Dated May 13, 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.

 

Water Utility Billing Update

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Published: Thursday, 09 October 2025 11:03

Due to the ongoing Canada Post strike, we are unable to mail out the current water bills for Debert and Tatamagouche.

Payments are due by November 10, 2025.

For payment options, click here.

To obtain a copy of your current bill or balance, please contact our Tax Office at 902-897-3150 (Option 3) or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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