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Robie Street Pumping Station Replacement Project
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- Published: Saturday, 04 April 2026 15:54
Construction on the Robie Street Sewer Pumping Station Replacement project will be commencing this weekend. The existing sewer pumping station is located within the sidewalk at 71 Robie Street (directly in front of Berry’s Motel) and will be relocated across the street to the greenspace in front of the Fundy Trail Centre Mall. Our contractor has erected fencing this week to enclose their work area.
Traffic control on Robie Street will be implemented Sunday night and will include concrete jersey barriers in the northern-most lane. It is expected that the north lane of Robie Street will be closed 24-hours per day for approximately a week, while excavation and directional drilling take place. Intermittent disruptions to the flow of traffic is anticipated on Robie Street over the next month while this work is completed.
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.
Community Solar Garden - Public Survey
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- Published: Wednesday, 14 January 2026 15:56
Have Your Say on Community Solar!
The Municipality of Colchester is exploring the feasibility of a community solar garden in Debert, and we want your input! Fill out the survey linked below to share your thoughts.
Link to Survey: https://forms.office.com/r/ncxxHxrkN6?origin=lprLinkSurvey Open: Jan 14-28, 2026
Looking to fill out a paper copy? Visit the Community Development Office located at 1 Church Street, Truro.
What is a Community Solar Garden?
A community solar garden is a large installation of solar photovoltaic (PV) panels that generates electricity for the community. A solar garden generates and supplies electricity to the province’s main electricity grid to help power the buildings and homes of participating subscribers. If Colchester builds a community solar garden, roughly 300-500 households would be able to subscribe to receive a credit on their power bills equivalent to $0.02 per kilowatt hour (kWh) used by the household. This project would benefit the community by investing in local energy generation, increasing access to renewable energy, helping households save money, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Let's go solar, Colchester!
More Governance Transition for the Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre Society
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- 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.