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Notice of Adoption - By-Law to Amend the Public Sewers By-law 25-08
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Second Reading and Adoption of the By-law to Amend the Public Sewers By-law 25-08 took place on Wednesday, January 21st, 2026 at a Special Council meeting.
This By-law enables the implementation of the Intermunicipal Service Agreement between the Town of Amherst and the Municipality of Cumberland regarding the sanitary sewer service.
To see the bylaw, go to https://www.cumberlandcounty.ns.ca/government/by-laws/3189-by-law-to-amend-the-public-sewers-by-law-25-08-1/file.html
Municipality of Cumberland, Town of Amherst make historic agreement
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In an historic initiative finalized at a joint meeting of the two Councils on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, the Municipality of Cumberland and the Town of Amherst separately approved second reading of by-law amendments to complete the implementation of an Intermunicipal Agreement signed back in October of 2024.
The agreement features a boundary change to facilitate housing development by the Town and access by the County to the Town’s sanitary sewer infrastructure to support future residential development in the County just outside the Town boundary.
“This intermunicipal agreement is a strong example of how the Town of Amherst and the Municipality of the County of Cumberland can work together to address housing supply challenges," said Amherst Mayor Rob Small. "By aligning our municipal boundary and infrastructure planning, we’re enabling future housing development within the town while also extending sewer access to facilitate residential development outside, but near, our common boundary – a practical, forward-looking solution that benefits our entire region.”
Municipality of Cumberland Mayor Rod Gilroy said the agreement shows what’s possible when both municipal units work towards a common goal.
Parrsboro Fire Department Takes Delivery of New Rescue Vehicle from Municipality
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The Municipality of Cumberland continues to invest in its fire departments to better protect local communities.
The Parrsboro Fire Department has received a new 2026 F-550 walk-around rescue truck from the Municipality. The truck was built by Fort Garry Fire Trucks in Winnipeg, Manitoba. It includes slide-out trays on both sides, making it easier for firefighters to access equipment during emergencies.
The new truck replaces a 1994 Freightliner rescue vehicle.
“This new truck is very important to our department,” said Fire Chief Allan Bennett. “It replaces an older vehicle that served us well. The new truck is smaller and easier to drive on narrow streets and in tight spaces.”
Requesting citizen membership for municipality's Audit Committee
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The Municipality of Cumberland is looking for an interested resident to serve as a citizen member on the Municipality’s Audit Committee.
Please submit a letter outlining your interest and qualifications on or before February 3rd, 2026.
Email:
Mail: Municipality of Cumberland, Attn: Clerk’s Office, 1395 Blair Lake Rd., Upper Nappan, NS B4H 3Y4
The Municipality’s Policy on Citizen Appointments, which can be found here: Policies - Municipality of Cumberland, contains information relating to remuneration and reimbursement of travel expenses.
Municipality of Cumberland Inviting Volunteer Nominations
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Every year, communities across Canada mark National Volunteer Week by celebrating the incredible people who give their time and talents to make our communities stronger.
In 2026, we will celebrate from April 19 to 25, and we want to recognize the outstanding volunteers who make Cumberland County such a wonderful place to live.
The Municipality of the County of Cumberland is inviting nominations for volunteers who go above and beyond. All nominees will be celebrated at a special event this April, where we will honour their contributions. Some nominees may also be considered for Provincial Volunteer Awards, including one exceptional volunteer who will represent Cumberland as our Provincial Volunteer of the Year.
Council may also put forward additional nominees for other provincial categories.
Every nominated volunteer will receive a personal letter of thanks and an invitation to join us at the Cumberland Volunteer Celebration in April to receive a certificate from the Mayor and Council.
Those selected to represent the Municipality at the provincial level will also be invited to the Provincial Volunteer Appreciation Event in Halifax this September.
Nominations can be submitted:
1. In person at any municipal Service Centre:
• Springhill: Dr. Carson & Marion Murray Community Centre, 6 Main St., Springhill
• Upper Nappan: 1395 Blair Lake Road, Upper Nappan
• Parrsboro: 209 Main St., Parrsboro
• Pugwash: Pugwash Library, 10182 Durham St., Pugwash (Open Wednesdays & Thursdays, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.)
Service Centres are open Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
The nomination form can be downloaded here:
https://www.cumberlandcounty.ns.ca/services/forms-and-applications/other
2. By email to
3. Online by completing the electronic nomination form.
Please submit all nominations on or before Feb. 27, 2026.
For more information, please call 902-763-3000.
