The Municipality of Shelburne is committed to fostering sustainable economic diversity, growth and prosperity through proactive and strategic initiatives. Recognizing the critical role that economic development plays in community vitality, the Council has made significant investments in enhancing the municipality’s economic landscape. During a review of the Municipality’s property assets at the June 2, 2025,…
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Did you know that Canada has THREE levels of government, each responsible for different services that impact our daily lives? Municipal GovernmentYour local municipality looks after community services such as: Water & Sewer Services Protective ServicesLocal By-Laws Recreation & Parks Building & Development Waste Programs Provincial GovernmentThe Province of Nova Scotia is responsible for: Healthcare…
🔥 Check before you burn! What does this mean for you? Before lighting a campfire, brush pile, burn barrel, chiminea or wood-burning fire bowl, check the Nova Scotia BurnSafe map after 2:00 pm daily during wildfire risk season. Use the colour guide:🔴 Red: Burning is not allowed🟡 Yellow: Burning is only allowed 7:00 pm – 8:00 am🟢 Green: Burning…
Please be advised that the Municipality of Shelburne’s Subdivision By-law approved by Council on March 25, 2026, is now in effect. This document has undergone substantial changes from the document previously in place for the Municipality. The full document may be viewed on our website at www.municipalityofshelburne.ca/by-laws/ or in person at the Municipal Administrative Office,…
Please take notice that Shelburne Municipal Council will consider the adoption of Bylaw E-300, Regional Emergency Management Bylaw, at a meeting of Council on Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 6:00 pm. The draft document can be viewed here: https://www.municipalityofshelburne.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2026.05.13_9aStaff-Report-REMO-By-Law-First-Reading.pdf Council will receive written submissions from interested persons concerning the above Bylaw at the June 10,…
We’re pleased to announce that applications are now open for 2026/2027 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…
For more information on the budget process and to view the Warden’s Budget Address click here: https://www.municipalityofshelburne.ca/budget-highlights/
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…
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….
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