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Special Council Meeting

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Category: Notices
Published: Wednesday, 16 June 2021 16:18

SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING

A Special Session of Municipal Council of the Municipality of Colchester will be held on Tuesday, June 22, 2021, beginning at 7:30 pm.    
The purpose of this Special Session of Council is to discuss a Negotiation Matter, in Closed Session.

Dated June 16, 2021
Rob Simonds
Chief Administrative Officer

Municipal Offices Re-opened To Public

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Category: Covid-19
Published: Tuesday, 15 June 2021 08:56

Our Municipal offices at 1 Church Street, Truro are now re-opened to the public.

Drop-in visitors will be required to enter and exit through the front door and provide information for contact tracing purposes. Visitors requiring ramp access may enter from the back of the building whereby pressing the doorbell staff will grant access. A maximum number of visitors will be allowed to each department and visitor passes will be issued accordingly.

Pre-set appointment or meeting visitors will enter through the back door where staff involved will meet and sign guests in and out.

All services may also be accessed by phone, email, or virtual appointment during regular office hours. Phone: 902-897-3160, Fax (General Inquiries): 902-843-4066, Toll Free (in Nova Scotia): 1-866-728-5144 or refer to www.colchester.ca for email contacts.

Bill Payments:
Payments can be made online, or by depositing a cheque in the secure drop box at the rear entrance of the Municipal Building (1 Church Street). If you have an inquiry relating to the Tax Office, please call 902-897-3150.
Community Development:
To discuss and submit applications for development permits, subdivisions, re-zonings and development agreements, as well as requests for zoning letters, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 902-897-3170 for instructions on how to proceed.

Building Inspections:
To discuss and submit building applications or to schedule a building inspection for a project under construction, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 902-897-3170.

Emergency Water or Sewer Issues:
For emergency services such as a problem with Municipal Water or Municipal Sewer please call Public Works at 902-897-3175.

Garbage, Compost or Recycling:
For inquiries contact our Helpline: 902-895-4777. The Public is advised to NOT go to the Solid Waste Facilities in Kemptown unless it is essential and are encouraged to use the residential curbside collection program.
If an essential visit is required masks must be worn onsite at all times.

In case of night and/or weekend emergencies, call 902-897-3150, 3160 or 3175.

For more information visit Colchester.ca or follow us on Facebook or Twitter.

Manager of Corporate Planning and Strategic Initiatives - Closing Monday, June 28

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Category: Jobs
Published: Monday, 07 June 2021 13:35

The Municipality of Colchester is seeking a Manager of Corporate Planning and Strategic Initiatives to manage the development, implementation, and monitoring of integrated business plans and reporting framework in support of Councils strategic priorities. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Manager will provide support, advice, and recommendations to all levels of County Management to ensure corporate strategies and projects/initiatives are in place to advance Council’s priorities in a measured manner with clear goals that reflect identified objectives.

For more information,  pdf click here (316 KB)

Economic Development Officer - Closing Monday, June 28

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Category: Jobs
Published: Monday, 07 June 2021 13:33

The Municipality of Colchester is seeking an enthusiastic Economic Development Officer to join our team. Reporting to the Senior Economic Development Officer, the Economic Development Officer is responsible for implementing economic development strategies and initiatives for the Municipality of Colchester.

For more information,  pdf click here (314 KB)

Director of Community Development - Closing Monday, June 28

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Category: Jobs
Published: Monday, 07 June 2021 13:31

The Municipality of Colchester is currently seeking a Director of Community Development to lead all operations of the Community Development Department. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Director maintains primary responsibility for an effective and efficient delivery of services to the residents of Colchester.

For more information,  pdf click here (315 KB)

Half Ton Truck Tender for Water Utility Operations

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Category: Tenders & Proposals
Published: Thursday, 03 June 2021 11:43

pdf Tender Specs Half Ton Truck TWU 2021 22 (799 KB)  - Closing Wednesday, June 16, 2021 at 3pm

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