Shelburne County residents in the 55+ age category are invited to participate in sociable competition with old and new friends. The fun kicks off on Saturday September 19th at 10:00am – 2:00pm at the Islands Provincial Park just outside the Town of Shelburne with a FREE barbecue and games – just a taste of what September 29 – October 3 has to offer. Auction 45’s, Crib, Geo Caching, Nordic Walking, Bowling, Golf, Yoga, Horseshoes, Seniors Dance/55+ Games Idol, Hockey, Curling, Volleyball, and much more will be held throughout the County finishing off with an Awards Banquet and Entertainment on October 3rd at the Shelburne Legion. Register with your local Shelburne County Recreation Departments and Volunteer Services on or before September 19th at the FREE Islands Park Picnic. The registration fee of $5.00 for the Games has remained the same since they started 22 years ago! For more information call 875-3544 ext. 225

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Congratulation to the Town of Canso & Eastern Guysborough County, Portland Estates & Hills in Dartmouth, and Sable River, the Lieutenant Governor Community Spirit Award recipients for 2010!

“We were delighted to receive much worthy nomination again this year. But it certainty made the selection process very challenging,” Catherine Woodman, Char of the Selection Committee and President and CEO United Way Halifax Regina, host of the award program.

“All the community stories are compelling and it is clear there are many vibrant and dynamic communities across our province.”

Each award-winning community now beings planning a celebration of which Her Honour will be apart.

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1. Live on a low income; Income requirements based on Statistics Canada LICO (Low Income Cut-off) criteria
2. Are a homeowner, and
3. Heat their home with electricity.

For more information contact please call 1-877-434-2136 (messages only)

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Broadband Service

Eastlink has signed contracts to bring broadband service to unserved areas in the Municipality of the District of Shelburne.  Please click here and provide the requested contact information so you can be notified when this service is available in your area. For more inforamtion about eastlink click here