2026/2027 Municipal Budget Approved
For more information on the budget process and to view the Warden’s Budget Address click here: https://www.municipalityofshelburne.ca/budget-highlights/
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System Downtime Notice
Please be advised that our accounting system will be temporarily unavailable the morning of Thursday, April 16, 2026. During this time, staff will not be able to look up current balances or account information. If you plan to come in to make a payment during this window, please ensure you have your assessment number, amount…
Join the Eastern Shelburne County Equity & Anti-Racism Advisory Committee!
Members of the public are being sought for the Eastern Shelburne County Equity & Anti-Racism Advisory Committee. The role of the Committee is to advise the three councils, Municipality of Shelburne, Town of Shelburne, and Town of Lockeport, on the implementation and effectiveness of the Eastern Shelburne County Equity & Anti-Racism Plan and to provide…
New Payment Option Now Available
The Municipality is pleased to announce that we are now using PaySimply, providing residents with more convenient ways to make payments to the Municipality. Through PaySimply, residents can now pay using credit cards, debit cards, interact e-transfer, and in person at Canada Post, making it easier and more flexible to take care of municipal payments….
Municipality of Shelburne Successful in Tax Sale Tender Bid
The Municipality of Shelburne has been notified that its tender bid for property AAN 03832651, commonly known as the “Old Boy School” was successful. Council approved the submission of the tender bid at its January 28, 2026 meeting, passing the following motion: “That the Council of the Municipality of the District of Shelburne approve the…
Tax Sale Results
A Tax Sale was held on February 9, 2026 and below are the results. For more information regarding tax sales, please visit our website tax sale page at https://www.municipalityofshelburne.ca/tax-sale/ or contact the Tax Clerk at 902-875-3544 ext. 222.
2026/2027 Municipal Budget Process
The Municipality is beginning the 2026/2027 budget process, which helps determine how municipal services, programs, and projects will be funded in the coming year. 📅 Key Dates• February 26, 2026 – 8:30am to 4:30pm: Draft budget presented & deliberations • February 27 to March 2, 2026 at noon: Opportunity for public to submit written feedback…
Condolences to City of Gloucester on the Sinking of F/V Lily Jean
The Municipality of Shelburne extends our deepest condolences to the City of Gloucester and the fishing community following the tragic sinking of the fishing vessel Lily Jean. Our thoughts are with the families, friends, and all those affected by this loss during this difficult time. The bond between coastal and fishing communities runs deep, and…
2026 Assessment Notices are in the mail
Property owners across Nova Scotia will begin receiving their 2026 property assessment notices by mail in the coming days. The appeal deadline is Feb. 12, 2026. Contact PVSC with questions at 1-800-380-7775 or visit pvsc.ca for more details. A 2026 Assessment Roll media kit can be found here.
Statement from the Municipality Regarding Community Safety and Dog Control Bylaw Review:
The Municipality extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones of Drew Nickerson following this tragic and heartbreaking loss. The death of a 13-year-old child has had a profound impact on our community, and our thoughts are with all those who are grieving during this extremely difficult time. We acknowledge that this…