Latest News & Upcoming Events
May 17, 2019
Committee of the Whole - Tuesday, May 21, 2019 - 7:00 pm - Shannon Studio
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May 15, 2019
55 and Over Games
The 55 and over Games are being held in Antigonish this year. For those interested in participating, please see flyer below for registration...
May 07, 2019
Leaf and Yard Wast Site Open for Season
2019 LEAF AND YARD WASTE SITE OPENING
Please be advised that the Leaf and Yard Waste Site on Crandall Road is now open for the season.
Hours for drop off are 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon continuing every Saturday thereafter until Saturday, November 16, 2019.
Leaf and...
May 06, 2019
Student Summer Jobs
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May 03, 2019
Agenda Public Meeting May 7, 2019
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May 01, 2019
Residential Curb Side Spring Clean-up - Monday,May 13, 2019
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April 19, 2019
Easter Weekend
Please be advised that in observance of Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Easter Monday the Town offices, Strait Area Pool, and the Civic Centre box office will be closed. The Civic Centre itself is open on Easter...
April 18, 2019
Easter Holiday - Administation Offices Closed - Good Friday and Easter Monday
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April 15, 2019
Strait Area Pool
Strait Area Pool
There is still time to register for the Spring session of swimming lessons. For information on opening please call the pool at 902-625-2594.
The schedule of lessons starting dates are:
Tuesday classes - April 16
Wednesday classes - April 24
Friday classes - April 26
Saturday classes - April 20
Please note the pool...
April 12, 2019
Committee of the Whole - Tuesday, April 16, 2019 - 7:00pm - Shannon Studio
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April 08, 2019
Residential Curbside Spring Clean-up - Monday, May 13, 2019
More Information...
April 04, 2019
2019 Leaf & Yard Waste Site Opening - Saturday, May 4 - 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
More...
April 04, 2019
Special Public Meeting - Monday, April 8 - 6:30pm - Boardroom, PHCC
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April 02, 2019
Town of Port Hawkesbury Spring Recreation and Aquatics Flyer
Town of Port Hawkesbury Spring Recreation and Aquatics...
March 29, 2019
Public Meeting - Tuesday, April 2, 2019 - 7:00pm - Shannon Studio
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March 28, 2019
The pool will be closed on Friday March 29th for maintenance and will re-open on Saturday March 30th
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March 27, 2019
Strait Area Pool - Closure
The Strait Area Pool will be closed on Wednesday, March 27, 2019 at 1:00 pm due to mainentance and plan on re-opening Friday morning March 29, 2019 at the regular...
March 18, 2019
2019 COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX PROGRAM
Schedule and...
March 18, 2019
2019 Port Hawkesbury Paper Hockey Tournament Schedule
PHP Tournament...
March 15, 2019
Committee of the Whole - March 19, 2019 - 7:00 p.m. - Shannon Studio
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March 11, 2019
March Break 2019
March Break...
March 08, 2019
Notice: Port Hawkesbury Water Utility Customers
Notice to Residents:
There is a water main break on Tamarac Drive, water will be shut off at 8am for Public Works staff to complete repairs. Water service interruption will impact the following streets:
- Tamarac Drive from Oak Crescent to Pine Ridge Drive
- Chiavari Close
- Spruce Street
Water service to these areas is expected...
March 08, 2019
Job Posting: Water / Wastewater Facility Operator
The Town of Port Hawkesbury invites applications from suitable candidates for the permanent position of Water / Wastewater Facility Operator in the Engineering and Public Works Department. The Landrie Lake Water Utility and the Town of Port Hawkesbury Water Utility supply raw and treated water to industrial and residential customers in the...
March 05, 2019
Town of Port Hawkesbury Volunteer of the Year Nomination Form
Nomination...
March 01, 2019
Public Meeting - March 5, 2019 - 7:00 p.m. - Shannon Studio
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February 17, 2019
Heritage Day - Feb. 18, 2019
The Town of Port Hawkesbury Municipal Offices and the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre will be closed on Monday, Feb. 18, 2019 in observation of the Heritage Day...
February 16, 2019
Water Break
There is a water break on Oak Crescent. Repair are being carried out, however, homes in the area may experience low pressure or water...
February 15, 2019
Committee of the Whole - February 19, 2019 - 7:00pm - Shannon Studio
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February 13, 2019
Strait Area Pool
The Strait Area Pool is closed today due to the impending...
February 13, 2019
Town Offices
The Town Offices and the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre will be closing at noon today due to impending...
February 01, 2019
Public Meeting - February 5, 2019 - 7:00pm - Shannon Studio
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January 29, 2019
COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX PROGRAM SCHEDULE
By Appointment Only - Call Dee Melong -...
January 23, 2019
Special Public Meeting - Jan. 28, 2019
Agenda - Special Public Meeting, Jan....
January 18, 2019
Committee of the Whole - Tuesday, January 22 - 7:00pm - Shannon Studio
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January 10, 2019
Special Public Meeting - January 15, 2019 - 6:00pm - Boardroom
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January 07, 2019
Strait Area Pool - Closed for the Day
Due to inclement weather, the Strait Area Pool will be closed for the day/evening. We apologize for an inconvenience this may...
January 04, 2019
Swearing In Ceremony - January 8 - 6:30pm - Shannon Studio
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January 04, 2019
Public Meeting - January 8 - Following Swearing In Ceremony - Shannon Studio
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December 19, 2018
Christmas Holiday Schedule 2018
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December 18, 2018
Strait Area Pool - Closure
STRAIT AREA POOL
Tonight's lessons (Tuesday) have been cancelled. There will be a make-up after the holidays.
Public/Lane swim at 7 has also been cancelled.
The Noon Swim and Water Fit at 1-2 are still...
December 17, 2018
Strait Area Pool - Closure
The Pool will be closed tonight (17th Dec) at 6pm due to bad weather. Stay safe out...
December 14, 2018
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for December 18 has been...
December 11, 2018
Destination Reeves Street Update
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December 08, 2018
ADVANCE POLLS TODAY - 12PM-8PM - SHANNON STUDIO
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November 30, 2018
Agenda - Public Meeting Dec. 4th, 2018
Agenda - Public Meeting - Dec. 4,...
November 29, 2018
Pool closed today.
Due to the system shutdown the pool will be closed...
November 28, 2018
Open House - Change of Date & Location
Town of Port Hawkesbury
GRANVILLE STREET TRAFFIC SAFETY
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NORTH GRANVILLE STREET GREEN SPACE
(FORMER WASTE WATER TREATMENT PLANT SITE)
OPEN HOUSE
(NOTE CHANGE OF DATE & LOCATION)
The Town of Port Hawkesbury invites the general public to an Open House to discuss traffic safety and beautification...
November 27, 2018
Strait Area Trails Association receives generous donation.
A big thank you to Tim Hortons for the generous donation made today to the Strait Area Trails Association. $4766.00 was raised during this years Smile Cookie Campaign....
November 22, 2018
Town of Port Hawkesbury Holiday Flyer
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November 21, 2018
Strait Area Pool
If anyone is required to have their National Lifeguarding Certification renewed, there is a possibilty of a re-cert course on Monday, Nov.26, 2018 from 6:00-10:00 pm. Please call the pool office for more information,...
November 21, 2018
SPECIAL ELECTION FOR ONE COUNCILLOR - Saturday, December 15, 2018
Election Information - Poll Dates and...
November 16, 2018
Strait Area Pool
The Strait Area Pool will be closing at 1:00 pm due to the impending weather. All swim lessons will be made up at the...
November 16, 2018
Committee of the Whole - Tuesday, November 20, 2018 - 7:00pm - Shannon Studio
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November 14, 2018
Public Skate Schedule
Public Skate Schedule
- Parent and Tot Skate- Monday to Friday 10:00-11:00 a.m. Drop in $2.00
- Senior/Adult Skate- Monday to Friday 12:00-2:00 p.m. Drop in 3.00, Half year pass $50.00, Full year pass $100.00
- After School Skate - Mon., Wed., Friday 3:00-4:00 Drop in $1.00
- Public Skate- Saturdays...
November 12, 2018
Notice of Construction: Hiram Street Repaving
Please be advised that asphalt milling work will be taking place on Hiram Street in front of the Fire Hall on Tuesday, November 13th. The work will occur from approximately 8:00am to 5:00pm and local traffic and driveway access may be limited. Drivers are urged to use extra caution and reduce speeds when driving through construction...
November 09, 2018
Strait Area Pool - Closure
The pool will be closed on Sunday Nov 11th, and Monday Nov 12th in observation of Remembrance...
November 05, 2018
Pitt Street / Napean Street Reconstruction Project
Notice to Residents of Pitt Street
New concrete sidewalk will be installed on Pitt Street between Queen Street and Granville Street today through Friday. In addition new concrete curb will be installed on Pitt Street between Reeves Street and Queen Street. Work will be carried out between the hours of 7:00am and 6:00pm, and curb...
November 02, 2018
Prime Suspects: Canada’s Prime Ministers in Caricature by Bruce MacKinnon Travels to Port Hawkesbury
Prime Suspects: Canada’s Prime Ministers in Caricature by Bruce MacKinnon Travels to Port Hawkesbury
In this solo exhibition, opening at the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre on November 26, 2018, Halifax-based artist and editorial cartoonist Bruce MacKinnon will showcase his suite of caricature-portraits of Canada’s prime...
November 02, 2018
Public Meeting - Tuesday, November 6, 2018 - 7:00 pm - Shannon Studio
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October 30, 2018
Halloween Hours
HALLOWEEN TRICK OR TREATING
The Town of Port Hawkesbury wishes to advise that ‘trick or treating’ will be permitted from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Halloween night, Wednesday, October 31st.
No masks are allowed after 8:00 p.m. A 10:00 p.m. curfew will be in effect for ages 16 years and under....
October 30, 2018
Notice: Port Hawkesbury Water Utility Customers
Notice from the Town of Port Hawkesbury
The Town of Port Hawkesbury would like to inform water utility customers of an un-planned water service interruption underway currently as a result of a water main repair. Crews are currently working on repairs and restoration time is estimated for 10:00pm today. Water service will be...
October 29, 2018
New Pedestrian Bridge Installed
The start of the pedestrian lane was put in place with this stuning pedestrian bridge. Constructed by Mulgrave Machine Works, this is a lovely addition to the...
October 24, 2018
Pitt Street / Napean Street Reconstruction Project
A message from the Town of Port Hawkesbury.
Please be advised that asphalt paving work will be taking place on sections of Pitt Street from Thursday Oct 25th to Friday Oct 26th. The work will occur from approximately 7:30am to dusk and local traffic and driveway access will be limited. Residents are asked to remove vehicles from the...
October 24, 2018
SPECIAL ELECTION - Saturday, December 15, 2018
Revisions to Preliminary List of Electors...
October 24, 2018
Special Election - Saturday, December 15, 2018 - DRO's and Poll Clerks Required
Request for Resumes - Deadline - November 7,...
October 19, 2018
Special Public Meeting - Monday, October 22, 2018 - 6:00pm - Shannon Studio
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October 16, 2018
Strait Area Pool Closure
The Strait Area Pool is closed for the day, reopening tomorrow. We apologize for any inconvenience this may...
October 09, 2018
Special Public Meeting - Monday, October 15, 2018 - 1:00 p.m. - Boardroom
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October 09, 2018
Notice: Port Hawkesbury Water Utility Customers
The Town of Port Hawkesbury would like to inform water utility customers of a planned water service interruption scheduled for today. Water service is shut-off on the following streets:
• Pitt Street, at the Church Street intersection;
• Church Street, Pitt St to Reynolds St;
• Queen Street, Pitt St to Bain St;
• Kennedy...
October 05, 2018
Thanksgiving Holiday - Monday, October 8 - Municipal Offices will be closed
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October 05, 2018
Notice: Port Hawkesbury Water Utility Customers
The Town of Port Hawkesbury would like to inform water utility customers of a planned water service interruption scheduled for Tuesday, Oct 9th between the hours of 8:00am and 6:00pm. Water service will be shut-off on the following streets:
Pitt Street, at the Church Street intersection;
Church Street, Pitt St to Kennedy St;
Some...
September 28, 2018
Public Meeting - Tuesday, October 2, 2018 - 7:00pm - Shannon Studio
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September 28, 2018
Pitt Street / Napean Street Reconstruction Project
Notice to Residents of Napean Street and Pitt Street
New concrete sidewalk will be installed on Napean Street between Philpott Street and Embree Street on Monday and Tuesday. In addition new concrete curb will be installed on Pitt Street between Granville Street and Prince Street on Tuesday, Wednesday and...
September 26, 2018
Strait Area Pool
Registration for swim programs continues until Oct.5 for the fall session, beginning the week of Oct.9. Drop by the pool office to register or phone 902-625-2594 for more...
September 22, 2018
Pump Track Open
The paving on the new pump track is complete, and it is now open for use. Helmets are mandatory, and there is a complete listing of park usage rules posted next to the park for your safety and enjoyment. There is additional surrounding ground work to be done, and that will be worked on.
We will be planning an official opening to properly...
September 21, 2018
Notice: Port Hawkesbury Water Utility Customers
Notice from the Town of Port Hawkesbury
The Town of Port Hawkesbury would like to inform water utility customers of a planned water service interruption scheduled for Monday, September 24th between the hours of 8:30am and 5:00pm. Water service will be shut-off on the following streets:
Pitt Street, from Prince St to Church...
September 20, 2018
Pump Track
The asphalt now will not be installed til the middle of next week (approx.Sept.26) We are continuing to ask everyone not to use the track until this work is completed. The surface that is there now has been rolled to accept asphalt and it is not built to withstand being ridden on prior to it going down especially when it is wet. Thank you...
September 19, 2018
Notice - Changeroom Closure Port Hawkesbury Community Park
Due to recent incidents of vandalism the changerooms at the Port Hawkesbury Community Park will now be closed at 4:00pm daily. We apologize for any inconvenience this may...
September 19, 2018
Notice of Construction: Reynolds Street Repaving
Please be advised that asphalt milling work will be taking place on sections of Reynolds Street on Thursday, September 20th. The work will occur from approximately 7:30am to dusk and local traffic and driveway access may be limited. Drivers are urged to use extra caution and reduce speeds when driving through construction zones and to...
September 15, 2018
Pump Track
The work on the pump track will continue next week and we ask that the track not be used until the work is complete. It is hoped that if the weather cooperates we will be ready for riders on Friday, September...
September 14, 2018
Special Public Meeting - Tuesday, September 18 - 2:00 pm - PHCC Boardroom
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September 14, 2018
Committee of the Whole - Tuesday, September 18 - 7:00pm - Shannon Studio
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September 14, 2018
Employment Opportunity
ONGOING HIRING: CASUAL CUSTODIANS
JOIN OUR DYNAMIC TEAM!
BE ONSITE FOR MAJOR EVENTS AND HOCKEY GAMES!
FLEXIBILITY OF SHIFTS AVAILABLE
PERFECT ROLE FOR STAY-AT-HOME PARENTS, STUDENTS, RETIREES
Position Title: Custodian
Reports To: Facility...
September 13, 2018
Notice: Port Hawkesbury Water Utility Customers
Notice from the Town of Port Hawkesbury
The Town of Port Hawkesbury would like to inform water utility customers of a planned water service interruption scheduled for today, Thursday, September 13th between the hours of 10:00am and 4:00pm. Water service will be shut-off on the following streets:
Pitt Street, from Napean St to Church...
September 11, 2018
Hazardous Waste
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September 11, 2018
Notice: Port Hawkesbury Water Utility Customers
Notice from the Town of Port Hawkesbury
The Town of Port Hawkesbury would like to inform water utility customers of an un-planned water service interruption underway currently as a result of a water main repair. Crews are currently working on repairs and restoration time is estimated for 6:00pm today. Water service will be shut-off...
September 07, 2018
Public Meeting - Tuesday, September 11, 2018 - 7:00 pm - Shannon Studio
Agenda...
September 07, 2018
Strait Area Pool
Pool swim times beginning Sept.10 2018:
Daytime:
Monday/Wednesday 11:00-12:00 Senior swim
Monday-Friday 12:00-1:00 Public swim
Evenings:
Monday-Friday 7:00-8:00pm
Lane swim:
Monday and Thursday 6:00-7:00 pm
Tuesday and Wednesday 7:00-8:00...
September 05, 2018
Pitt Street / Napean Street Reconstruction Project
Please be advised that asphalt paving work will be taking place on sections of Napean Street from Thursday Sept 6th to Friday Sept 7th. The work will occur from approximately 8am to dusk and local traffic and driveway access will be limited. Residents are asked to remove vehicles from the street by 8am, and sections of Napean Street may be...
September 04, 2018
Strait Area Pool Reopening
The Strait Area Pool will reopen on Sept. 10, 2018. The Fall / Winter Public Swim Schedule will be available on Sept. 7th. Fall Registration will begin on Sept. 24,...
August 31, 2018
September Public Meeting - Tuesday, September 11 - 7:00pm - Shannon Studio
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August 29, 2018
Notice: Port Hawkesbury Water Utility Customers
Notice from the Town of Port Hawkesbury
The Town of Port Hawkesbury would like to inform water utility customers of a planned water service interruption scheduled for Thursday, August 30th between the hours of 6:30am and 3:00pm. Water service will be shut-off on the following streets:
Pitt Street, from Granville St to Church...
August 28, 2018
Notice: Port Hawkesbury Water Utility Customers
Notice from the Town of Port Hawkesbury ***Revised***
The Town of Port Hawkesbury would like to inform water utility customers of a planned water service interruption scheduled for Tuesday, August 28th between the hours of 6:30am and 7:00pm. Water service will be shut-off on the following streets:
• Pitt...
August 27, 2018
Notice: Port Hawkesbury Water Utility Customers
Notice from the Town of Port Hawkesbury - *Revised*
The Town of Port Hawkesbury would like to inform water utility customers of a planned water service interruption scheduled for Monday, August 27th between the hours of 8:00am and 5:00pm. Water service will be shut-off on the following streets:
• Pitt Street, from Granville St to Church...
August 27, 2018
Notice: Port Hawkesbury Water Utility Customers
Notice from the Town of Port Hawkesbury
The Town of Port Hawkesbury would like to inform water utility customers of a planned water service interruption scheduled for Tuesday, August 28th between the hours of 6:30am and 5:00pm. Water service will be shut-off on the following streets:
Pitt Street, from Granville...
August 13, 2018
Pitt Street / Napean Street Reconstruction Project
Notice to Residents of Napean Street, from Philpott Street to Embree Street:
New concrete curb will be installed on Napean Street between Philpott Street and Embree Street between the hours of 7am to 6pm Tuesday (Aug 14th), Wednesday (Aug 15th) and Thursday (Aug 16th). Curb side parking on the street will be permitted during...
August 13, 2018
Notice: Port Hawkesbury Water Utility Customers
Notice from the Town of Port Hawkesbury
The Town of Port Hawkesbury would like to inform water utility customers of a planned water service interruption scheduled for Tuesday, August 14th between the hours of 8:00am and 2:00pm. Water service will be shut-off on Bernard Street, from Pitt St to Kennedy St. Some surrounding areas may also be...
August 10, 2018
Terry Fox Run- September 16, 2018
Terry Fox Run 2018
Date: Sunday, Sept. 16th
Time: 1:00 pm
Location: Port Hawkesbury Community Park ***NEW LOCATION***
This year celebrates the 38TH Anniversary of the Terry Fox Run! Come join us Sunday, Sept. 16th to walk, run or bike 1 km, 5 km or 10 km Road Route OR walk the Port Hawkesbury Community Trail from the Playground...
August 10, 2018
Notice of Scheduled Water Interruption
Notice from the Town of Port Hawkesbury for August 13, 2018
The Town of Port Hawkesbury would like to inform water utility customers of a planned water service interruption scheduled for Monday, August 13 starting at 6:00 a.m. and will continue for most of the day and should be restored by 5:00 p.m.
Pitt Street-...
August 10, 2018
First Responders Fun Fun
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August 10, 2018
Track and Field Fun Day
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August 10, 2018
Pottery Workshop
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July 27, 2018
Bicycle Pump Track Development Meeting- August 9 @ 6:00 p.m.
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June 26, 2018
Congratulations to all Graduates
On behalf of the Mayor and Town Council, wishes of congratulations for every success in the future are exended to all of this years graduates. Have a wonderful...
June 25, 2018
Special Public Meeting - June 28 - Immediately Following Public Hearing (at 1:00pm) - Shannon Studio
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June 18, 2018
Committee of the Whole Meeting - June 19th
The monthly Committee of the Whole meeting will be held on June 19th at 7pm in the Shannon Studio. The agenda can be found here: Agenda Committe of the Whole...
June 18, 2018
Special Public Meeting - June 19th, 2018
A special Public Meeting will take place on June 19th in the Shannon Studio, immediately following the Committee of the Whole meeting. The agenda can be found here: Agenda Special Public...
June 04, 2018
Department of Natural Resources
The Department of Natural Resources have live trapped one of the two bears that have been sighted in Port Hawkesbury. Their efforts today will be to live trap the second bear and have it...
June 01, 2018
Centennial Trails
There has been a bear sighting reported on the Centennial Trails. Nova Scotia Department of Natural resources have been contacted. Do not approach. If you notice any animals that are in distress or injured please contact Natural Resources 902-756-2298, Monday to Friday 8:30-4:30 P.M. OR after hours 1-800-565-2224 emergency calls only. For further...
May 31, 2018
Empty Paint Can Recycling
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May 17, 2018
Special Public Meeting - May 22 - 1:30pm - Bear Head Room
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May 11, 2018
Committee of the Whole - May 15 - 7pm - Shannon Studio
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May 09, 2018
Port Hawkesbury Ceilidh Market
Port Hawkesbury Ceilidh Market – Fresh Beginnings
The Port Hawkesbury Ceilidh Market will open this July in the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre.
The new market’s name is inspired by the traditional meaning of Ceilidh as a visit or a gathering. Organizers hope that the spirit of the market with create a welcoming...
May 07, 2018
Granville Green 2018 Concert Series Announced
2018 Granville Green Concert Series
Port Hawkesbury, N.S. May 7, 2018
The Town of Port Hawkesbury is pleased to announce the schedule for the 2018 Granville Green outdoor concert series which will be held each Sunday from July 1 to August 5 at 7:00 p.m. This is our 24th year for the free outdoor concerts held at the...
May 01, 2018
Summer Recreation Jobs
SUMMER STUDENT JOBS
The Town of Port Hawkesbury will be hiring summer students for work throughout the town in various departments and our trails systems. All interested students must submit a resume/application no later than Friday May 11, 2018. Applications may be picked up at the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre Box,...
April 25, 2018
Spring Cleanup - Heavy Material Collection - May 7
DO NOT place material curbside before April 30
Spring Cleanup...
April 20, 2018
Summer Employment Opportunity- Festival/Market Coordinator (2 positions)
Festival/Market Coordinator (2 positions): Port Hawkesbury
Job Type: Student, Full-time (term) 12 weeks (35 hrs/week)
(Festival Events Coordinator position – May 21 – August 10) ($12/hr)
(Market Coordinator position – June 4 – August 24) ($12/hr)
Employers: Festival of the Strait Society/Ceilidh...
April 20, 2018
Town Streets/Asphalt Conditions
Notice to...
April 19, 2018
Craft Incubator Coming to Port Hawkesbury
Craft Incubator Coming to Port Hawkesbury
Sydney (NS) – April 19, 2018 – Are you an emerging craftsperson looking for a fantastic opportunity to work on your creative practice, while developing a craft business? Cape Breton Centre for Craft & Design in collaboration with the Town of Port Hawkesbury is excited to launch a...
April 19, 2018
Thank you Volunteers!
Thank you to the many volunteers who make our community a better place to live. Representative volunteers will be recognized this evening at the Town of Port Hawkesbury Volunteer...
April 18, 2018
Leaf & Yard Waste Site - OPENING FOR SEASON - Saturday, May 5
Leaf & Yard Waste Site...
April 17, 2018
Spring Hydrant Flushing & Main Program - May 7-19
Information - Spring Hydrant...
April 17, 2018
Community member required to serve on Inverness County Home Support Society Board
Inverness County Home Support Society
Request for Board Membership
The Inverness County Home Support Society (ICHSS) is a private not-for-profit incorporated Agency with a mission to provide excellence in delivery of home support services throughout the County of Inverness. The ICHSS currently provides services to...
April 13, 2018
Notice: Port Hawkesbury Water Utility Customers
A message from the Town of Port Hawkesbury.
Please be advised that water utility customers on Napean Street between Philpott Street and MacSween Street, Nova Court, and surrounding areas may experience periods of brief water service interruption, lower water pressure and discolouration between the hours of 9am and 3pm on Monday,...
April 13, 2018
Committee of the Whole - April 17 - 7:00 p.m. - Shannon Studio
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April 10, 2018
Town of Port Hawkesbury Spring Recreation and Aquatics Flyer
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March 20, 2018
Town of Port Hawkesbury Volunteer Awards Nomination
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March 09, 2018
Town of Port Hawkesbury Volunteer of the Year
Kelly MacIntyre Hayes has dedicated over 20 years of volunteering to our community. She has tirelessly fundraised, organized and managed sports teams and community organizations. She has been involved in minor hockey for over 15 years serving as a team manager numerous times, as well as serving as a board member and member of the executive. Kelly...
February 21, 2018
Board Member for Inverness Co. Home Support Society (ICHSS)
ICHSS Board Membership...
February 07, 2018
Senior Needs Assessment Survey Results
Seniors Needs Assessment Survey Results
Data collected from August to November 2017
38% of the (3004)population of the Town of Port Hawkesbury is comprised of seniors- 55-99 (1135 based on 2016 census), The survey was developed to better understand the effectiveness of existing services and gaps.
The following, while not surprising,...
January 19, 2018
Community Volunteer Income Tax Program - By Appointment Only
Eligibility Requirements and Program...
January 18, 2018
Request for Expressions of Interest - Mixed Use Development Opportunity - Town of Port Hawkesbury
RFEOI - Mixed Use Development Opportunity - Town of Port Hawkesbury
Deadline: February 9,...
December 06, 2017
Pitt Street / Napean Street Reconstruction Project
Please be advised that asphalt paving work will be taking place on sections of Napean Street from Thursday Dec 7th to Friday Dec 8th. The work will occur from approximately 8am to dusk and local traffic and driveway access will be limited. Residents are asked to remove vehicles from the street by 8am, and sections of Napean Street may be...
December 04, 2017
Asset Management Pilot Project
A Message from the Town of Port Hawkesbury
The Provincial Department of Municipal Affairs is developing a province-wide asset management approach to support municipalities with infrastructure planning efforts, and Port Hawkesbury has been selected to participate in a pilot project at no cost to town residents. Survey crews will be working on...
December 04, 2017
Pitt Street / Napean Street Reconstruction Project
Please be advised that a planned water service interruption is scheduled for today, December 4th for Philpott Street in the area between the Prince Street intersection and Granville Street intersection. Some customers in surrounding areas may also be affected. Water service will be shut off between the hours of 8:30am and 5pm.
Town of Port...
December 01, 2017
Agenda - Public Meeting - Dec 5 - 7:00pm - Shannon Studio
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November 30, 2017
Pitt Street / Napean Street Reconstruction Project
Residents are advised that the Philpott Street / Napean Street intersection will be closed to through traffic while new infrastructure is being installed.
Access to homes adjacent to the intersection is available from the adjoining streets. Traffic control signs are in place and residents are asked to use caution while travelling around the...
November 28, 2017
Water Service Interruption - Nov 29 - 9am-5pm - Philpott St. & Napean St. Intersection
Pitt Street / Napean Street Reconstruction Project
Please be advised that a planned water service interruption is scheduled for Thursday, November 29 (9am-5pm) for Philpott St. and Napean St. for areas adjacent to the Philpott / Napean intersection. Some customers in surrounding areas may also be affected. The Town of...
November 27, 2017
Outdoor Natural Ice Skating Rink - Call for Volunteers
Outdoor Natural Ice Skating Rink - Call for Volunteers
Developing an outdoor natural skating rink will require dedicated volunteers to flood and scrape the surface during the winter months. These tasks would be carried out early in the morning and late in the evening. Without a team of volunteers this project will not be possible. We are...
November 24, 2017
Leaf & Yard Waste Site - CLOSED FOR SEASON - Saturday, December 2
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November 22, 2017
Curb & Sidewalk Installation - Napean, Prince, MacLaughlin Streets
Notice to Residents on sections of Napean Street, Prince Street and MacLaughlin Street
New concrete curb and sidewalk will be installed on Napean Street from 7am to 5pm Monday to Saturday. Curb side parking on the street will be permitted during non-construction work hours. Driveway access may be prohibited for a number of...
November 20, 2017
Sports Wall of Fame
Congratulations to Jason Lukeman, Jerry Burke, Billy Joe MacLean and the 1984 Cardinals on being inducted into our Sports Wall of...
November 16, 2017
Committee of the Whole - Tuesday, November 21 - 7pm - Shannon Studio
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November 08, 2017
CATERING REQUIREMENTS - "One Cape Breton" Conference - November 23 & 24
One Cape Breton Municipal/Stakeholder Conference - Nov 23 & 24 - PHCC
Catering Requirements/Food Services -...
November 07, 2017
Town of Port Hawkesbury Christmas Parade
Registration...
October 30, 2017
CLOSED - Leaf & Yard Waste Site - Saturday, November 11
The Leaf and Yard Waste Site on Crandall Road will be CLOSED, Saturday, November 11 in observance of Remembrance...
September 19, 2017
Community Park Washroom & Splash Pad Hours of Operation
Washroom
Monday – Sunday Open 8:00 am Closed 4:00 pm
Splash Pad
Monday, September 25th – CLOSED FOR THE...
September 12, 2017
NOTICE TO RESIDENTS ON PITT ST & NAPEAN ST GARBAGE COLLECTION
Residents on Pitt St. and Napean St. are asked to place their garbage at curbside each Tuesday as usual by 7am. Should Eastern Sanitation not be able to stop alongside homes, a member of the contractor crew on site will collect the garbage and take it to the Eastern Sanitation truck. This notification is until December – the...
September 05, 2017
NOTICE TO RESIDENTS: WATER MAIN VALVE MAINTENANCE - Sep 7 & 8
Water Main Valve...
August 25, 2017
Reeves Street- Embree Island Yard Sales
Reeves Street – Embree Island
YARD SALES
August 18, 2017
Port Hawkesbury – Effective immediately, the Town of Port Hawkesbury wishes to advise the public that the yard sales taking place on the Irving Oil property off Reeves Street at Embree Island are not authorized in accordance with the Town’s Vending...
August 18, 2017
Public Information Meeting - Pitt St. & Napean St. Reconstruction Project - August 23, 2017 - 6:30pm
Pitt St. & Napean St. Project - August 23 - 6:30pm-7:30pm
Bear Head Room,...
August 15, 2017
Town of Port Hawkesbury Conducts Age Friendly Survey
Nova Scotia has one of the oldest aging populations in Canada. By 2030, there will be close to 260,000 people aged 65 or older in Nova Scotia. This demographic shift is an opportunity for Port Hawkesbury to plan and take action. Action that optimizes the advantage and resource of an older population and recognizes the important role that older...
August 15, 2017
Notice of Special Public Meeting - Port Hawkesbury Town Council- Aug. 17 @ 6:00 P.M.
Special Public Meeting...
May 12, 2017
Leaf & Yard Waste Site Opening
Leaf & Yard Waste Site Opening - May 6-November...
April 26, 2017
Paperless Billing
Paperless Billing is now available at the Town of Port Hawkesbury. If you would like to receive your tax or utility bill online, please fill out the following: Paperless Billing Authorization Form, or request a form in person or by email at taxes@townofph.ca. Forms can be returned in person, by post at: 606 Reeves St. Port...
April 05, 2017
Destination Reeves St. Project
Information on the Destination Reeves St. Project can be found...
September 12, 2016
Waste Management Compliance
Please be advised that in the coming weeks, the Waste Collectors for the Town of Port Hawkesbury will be accompanied by a Compliance Officer to ensure proper waste management procedures are being followed. Residents can review the below Recycling Guide or visit the Town Office located at the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre for more...
March 02, 2016
Port Hawkesbury Active Transportation Plan
Port Hawkesbury Active Transportation Plan, available...
