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More Governance Transition for the Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre Society

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Category: Media Releases

Published: Wednesday, 29 October 2025 14:00

The Municipality of Colchester has given notice to the Town of Truro and management of the Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre Society to end the existing Operating Agreement for the Rath Eastlink Community Centre (RECC). This decision will result in governance structure changes to improve future operations and building conditions at the RECC and is not expected to impact immediate day-to-day service at the facility.

It is Colchester Council’s view that the management of the RECC has been compromised since contracts to lease and manage the Nova Scotia Provincial Exhibition property (NSPE) were signed by Society management without municipal approval in 2024. It’s believed that the initiative to manage two large complexes has not served the RECC well, resulting in a divided mandate and diluted efforts.

A new governance structure is anticipated to help speed up the resolution of the unauthorized contracts and refocus much-needed energy and attention on the RECC facility, enabling it to better serve community needs as intended.
This decision is not a reflection of support for a viable NSPE. The Municipality is and will always be a proud supporter of efforts to make the NSPE grounds viable and will be working collaboratively with the Province to support signature events like the Provincial Exhibition and the Nova Scotia Stampede moving forward.

The Municipality emphasizes that this decision is also in no way a reflection of the efforts of the Society’s Board. The Municipality greatly values their contributions and sincerely appreciates their time and commitment.

The Municipality extends its appreciation to the Board members of the Society and looks forward to working through this transition period to advance the interests of the RECC and the community.

Tatamagouche Water Restrictions LIFTED

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Category: News

Published: Friday, 17 October 2025 10:28

Attention Customers of the Tatamagouche Water Utility:

Staff have been monitoring the water levels in the French River since the initial advisories and restrictions were put in place and based on improvements in these river levels, the Mandatory Water Conservation Measures have been LIFTED, effective today, October 17, 2025. We always encourage residents to be mindful of water wastage, and we thank you for your cooperation and understanding during these dry drought conditions.

Debert Water System - Fall Flushing 2025

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Category: News

Published: Thursday, 16 October 2025 15:56

Our Water Utility Crews will be flushing water lines within the Debert Water System starting on Monday, October 20, 2025.

Debert Water Utility customers may experience dirty water or low pressure during this time. The annual flushing program helps keep the water system functioning safely.

  pdf Click here(1.35 MB) to view our map for the schedule of when the water lines in your area will be flushed.

Request for Quotations - Snow Removal - Debert Airport

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Category: Tenders & Proposals

Published: Wednesday, 15 October 2025 15:53

pdf RFQ Debert Snow Plowing 2025 26(616 KB)  - Closing at 3pm on Friday, October 31, 2025

Water Utility Billing Update

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Category: Notices

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..

Notice of Approval

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Category: Notices

Published: Wednesday, 08 October 2025 09:29

TAKE  NOTICE  that the Council of the Municipality of the County of Colchester, at a hearing held on October 7, 2025, approved a Development Agreement on PID# 20062352, 307 College Road, Bible Hill. The Development Agreement will permit a Multiple Unit Dwelling Development of four (4) dwellings with four (4) units/dwelling for a total of 16 units.

The development agreement may be inspected at the Community Development Office, County Court House, 1 Church Street, Truro, N.S. during regular business hours and is also posted on the Municipal website at https://www.colchester.ca/planning.

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, October 8, 2025

Dan Troke

Chief Administrative Officer

pdf Notice of Development Agreement Approval October 2025(129 KB)