Media Releases

Council's Ruling Regarding Personnel Matter

Details: Published: Friday, 31 January 2020 09:54

At its meeting on January 30, 2020, Council for the Municipality of the County of Colchester received the findings of an investigation carried out by Rebekah Powell, an independent investigator, into a complaint by an employee of the Municipality of the County of Colchester as a result of a comment made by Councillor Robert “Bob” Pash, District 9.

The Municipality took the complaint seriously, moving immediately to retain the investigator and ensuring the matter was addressed in a timely way. In the course of the investigation, and in the absence of a Code of Conduct, reference was made to the Municipality’s Respectful Workplace Policy, the law on harassment and sexual harassment as well as provisions of the Human Rights Act.

Colchester Leads Waste Management Change Abroad

Details: Published: Wednesday, 29 January 2020 10:01

Darlyne Proctor, Waste Reduction Manager with the Municipality of Colchester is one of two Canadian solid waste management technical advisors assisting a foreign-aid initiative in the Middle East called the Jordan Municipal Support Project. She recently returned from her third visit to Jordan since 2018 as one of several Colchester County representatives that have provided peer support to rural municipalities facing capacity challenges from the influx of refugees welcomed into the country. Proctor reflects on her experiences and how the project has assisted Jordan’s waste management practices in an article released by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM): No Time to Waste.

The Municipality of Colchester is one of three municipalities representing Canada in this multi-year project and was selected for its achievement in solid waste management, including diversion, recycling, and public education initiatives.

Other delegation members who have travelled to Jordan since the project’s inception include Colchester County Mayor Christine Blair, Councillor Tom Taggart, Councillor Eric Boutilier, Economic Development Officer, Mark Austin, and Chief Administrative Officer, Rob Simonds. The Jordan Municipal Support Project is implemented by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities and funded by Global Affairs Canada.

For more information see Federation of Canadian Municipalities Article: No Time to Waste Or contact Devin Trefry at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 902-897-3182

Colchester Recognized for Contribution to New CMHA Building

Details: Published: Friday, 29 November 2019 11:09

The Municipality of Colchester was recently recognized for its $100,000 contribution to the Colchester - East Hants Branch of the Canadian Mental Health Association’s new building.

On behalf of Council, Colchester Mayor Christine Blair and Deputy Mayor Geoff Stewart attended a reception held Thursday, November 28, that involved the unveiling of an art-piece identifying the many supporters of the project.

New Brand for Municipality of Colchester

Details: Published: Monday, 30 September 2019 11:20

Colchester County Council approved a pdf new brand for the Municipality (2.67 MB) at their Council meeting held on September 26, 2019. The new logo and tagline “be centred here” are part of an effort to improve public engagement, build a strong sense of pride in the community, and promote the County as a desirable place to live, work, and visit.

“The Municipality had been using its coat-of-arms as a logo for quite some time. Our Council felt that it was time for something new that better represented the vibrancy and diversity of our community,” said Christine Blair, Mayor. “We’ll continue to use the coat-of-arms for formal purposes, though you will soon begin seeing our new look more prominently throughout our communications.”

Fundy Discovery Site to Celebrate with Open House

Details: Published: Thursday, 12 September 2019 11:45

The Council of the Municipality of Colchester will be hosting a public open house and ribbon cutting event at the Fundy Discovery Site (103 Tidal Bore Road, Lower Truro) on Saturday, September 21 from 3:30-6:00pm.

The event will involve live music by local bands at the new outdoor amphitheatre, opening of the natural playground, official ribbon-cutting ceremony at 4:15pm, and free barbecue, cake and refreshments. The tidal bore is predicted to arrive at 5:55pm to close out the event.

The open house celebrates the completion of Phase 1 of development at the site. In addition to the Municipality’s investment to date, the event will recognize the support of the project’s various partners including the Province of Nova Scotia, Trans Canada Trail, Town of Truro and several local businesses.

Cumberland and Colchester Counties to Collaborate on Internet Improvements

Details: Published: Monday, 27 May 2019 12:03

Cumberland and Colchester counties have an ambitious vision to make their region one of Canada’s most digitally connected rural places. The municipalities have entered into a formal collaboration and are seeking compatible internet service companies through a request for expressions of interest issued on the 24th of May.

The Request for Expressions of Interest for a Rural Broadband and Connected Communities Collaboration is timed to align with Develop Nova Scotia’s call for applications to receive funds from the Nova Scotia Internet Funding Trust. The Province has designated $193 million to contribute toward projects that bring highspeed rural broadband access to underserved areas in Nova Scotia. The first slate of projects will begin in 2019.

“This is a top priority for both of our Councils” says Colchester Councillor Tom Taggart “both for quality of life and economic reasons. We need to get this done.” World Bank research has shown a strong correlation between rural prosperity and the availability of broadband, as indicated by economic activity and property values.

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