We’re pleased to announce that applications are now open for 2025/2026 Low Income Property Tax Exemptions. If you or someone you know is struggling with property taxes, you may qualify for financial relief. For more details on eligibility and how to apply please view the following website page at https://www.municipalityofshelburne.ca/property-tax/… or stop by our Municipal…
Municipality of the District of Shelburne is seeking applications to fill the Community Development Assistant summer term position. This position works 32.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday 9:00 am – 4:30 pm) at an approximate rate of $20/hour, beginning as soon as possible to July 31, 2025. A full job description is available here…
The Municipality of Shelburne is looking to hire a Parks MaintenanceStaff (summer position) with the Recreation and Parks Department. This position will perform various maintenance duties for all recreation sites operated or maintained by the Recreation Department and will report the Director of Recreation and Parks. Click here to view a full job description. Hours…
We are excited to announce that the Municipal Draft Budget for 2025/2026 has officially been released! The budget is an important document that outlines our community’s financial priorities and plans for the upcoming year. Your Feedback Matters!We invite all residents to review the budget and share your thoughts and feedback with us. The deadline for…
The Municipality of Shelburne is inviting applications for an Economic Development Officer for a fulltime contract position of three (3) years, with the possibility of extension. The position will support the implementation of the Municipality’s Housing Action Plan, planning and economic development activities and other projects as assigned. The salary scale for this position is…
Volunteer Citizen Appointment – Economic Growth Committee The Municipality of the District of Shelburne’s Economic Growth Committee has vacancy for four (4) individual to assist Council in a broad range of activities aimed at fostering economic vitality and sustainable development within the community. If you are interested in becoming a part of the Committee please…
The Municipality of the District of Shelburne is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the provision of a Design-Build Contractor for the design and construction of waste separation structures, a canopy, railing, and a new drop point for the Regional Materials Recovery Facility located at 4571 Highway 3, West Green Harbour, Nova Scotia. To…
In the fall of 2024, the Government of Canada launched the Housing Accelerator Fund 2 to support local governments in implementing transformative changes to increase housing supply. The Municipality has been awarded $1.54 million to execute its Housing Action Plan, with a goal of achieving a Housing Supply Growth Target of 40 net new residential…
The CFIA declares a primary control zone for avian influenza in Nova Scotia As of the date below, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency has declared the following primary control zone (PCZ) and associated Designation and Declaration Orders: • March 7, 2025, for PCZ-263 – Shelburne County, Nova Scotia (associated with NS-IP09) For more info: https://inspection.canada.ca/en/animal-health/terrestrial-animals/diseases/reportable/avian-influenza/latest-bird-flu-situation/investigations-and-orders?fbclid=IwY2xjawI5cFZleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHQ7r5d0pZZmjFH6YdVtNmZiFlMJ16vYf3qCcyYpFHdqa9wrhs693Q6csHQ_aem_C_MJBis55vZR4X9gRU2lUQ…
Municipality’s Vision: Creating a Brighter Future Shelburne County’s economic story has long been written by the sea. For generations, our community’s livelihood has been deeply connected to the fishing industry—the very pulse that has sustained our way of life. The fishery is not just a part of our economy; it is the foundation. Yet, our…
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