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      • Code of Conduct
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      • Planning Advisory Committee (PAC) and Public Hearings
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      • Planning By-laws and Documents
      • Civic Addressing
      • Heritage Properties
      • Off Highway Vehicle - General Information
    • Town Staff
    • Administration
      • Dog Licensing
      • Fire Inspection
      • Dangerous or Unsightly Properties
    • Engineering and Public Works
      • Streets and Snow Clearing
      • Solid Waste & Recycling
      • Streetlights
      • Water Utility
        • Request Connection or Disconnection of Water Service
        • Helpful Water Conservation Tips
        • How to Tell if I Have a Leak
        • Water Meter Program
        • Water Test Results
    • Finance
      • Property Tax & Water Bill Information
        • Understanding Your Bills
        • Paying Your Bills
        • Tax Rates, User Fees & Water Rates
        • Property Tax Exemption
        • Curbside Exemptions
        • Sewer Operating Exemption
        • Property Assessment Information
        • Tax Certificates
      • Audited Financial Statements
      • Water Utility Financial Statements
      • Operating Budgets
      • Tax Sales
    • Recreation and Parks
      • Recreation Programs
        • Day Camps
      • Pictou Fisheries Pool
      • Marina
      • Fields & Rentals
      • Trails, Parks, Facilities
        • Pictou All Wheels Skate Park
      • GoPlay Equipment Loan Program
      • Staying Active at Home
      • Minor Sport
    • Protection
      • Policing
      • Fire Services
        • Outdoor Fires
        • Fireworks
        • Fire Links
        • Fire Safety
      • Fire Inspection
      • Regional Emergency Management Organization
  • Residents
    • Public Notices & News
    • Subscribe
    • Community Groups
    • History of Pictou
      • 1800 - 1899
      • 1900 - 1993
    • Health Services
    • Social Services
    • Education
    • Churches
    • Library
    • Volunteering
      • Volunteer of the Year
    • 144 Construction Engineering Flight Pictou
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Website Dedication
    • File a Complaint
  • Business
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    • Invest in Our Community
    • Port of Pictou & Marinas
    • Commercial Assessment Phase-in By-law
    • Western Pictou County Economic Profile
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  • Visitors
    • Getting Here
    • PEI Ferry Schedule
    • Interesting Facts About Pictou
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    • Attractions
      • Hector Heritage Quay
      • Northumberland Fisheries Museum
      • deCoste Performing Arts Centre
      • Grohmann Knives
      • McCulloch House
      • Love Local Vendor Village
    • Festivals and Events Calendar
      • Lobster Carnival
      • Love Local Concert Series
      • Pictou Holiday Happenings
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Public Notices & News

  • 2026-27 Property Tax Exemption Application

    Information
    Published on Tuesday, 26 May, 2026

    The Town of Pictou is currently accepting applications for its partial residential property tax exemption

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  • First Reading Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV) Revised Draft By-Law

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    Published on Wednesday, 20 May, 2026

    Off‑Highway Vehicles (OHVs) were approved to travel within the downtown area as part of a pilot

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  • Public Notice-Caladh Avenue Project

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    Published on Tuesday, 19 May, 2026
    As work progresses along Caladh Avenue and installation of the new boardwalk and multi-use pathway begins,
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  • Public Notice: Caladh Avenue Street Closure Beginning May 4

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    Published on Thursday, 30 April, 2026

    Please be advised that construction work on Caladh Avenue will restart on Monday, May 4. The

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Features

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Current Projects

Each year, the Town makes a significant investment in capital for public works infrastructure (streets, curbs, sidewalks, sewer and water systems), community development and planning.

 

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Invest in Our Community

Pictou's entrepreneurial spirit is stronger than ever and the success of our economy continues to be powered by an impressive host of great business leaders.

 

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Recreation and Aquatics

Becoming more active is easier than you think. It is important to be active throughout your life. Discover all the different ways to incorporate physical activity into your daily life in Pictou

 

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Pictou Waterfront

Pictou's Waterfront will be the centre of civic life and a gathering place of creativity, culture, and innovation. It will be the first-choice public space and destination for residents and visitors with equitable access and inclusion for all.

Town Profile

Population

3,107 (2021 census)

Founded

1767

Incorporated

1873

Residential Tax Rate

$1.69 (2023-24)

Commercial Tax Rate

$4.34 (2023-24)

Area

7.94 sq. km

Time Zone

Atlantic

Industry

Light Manufacturing, Tourism, Agriculture, Fisheries, Shipping

Centrally located on the Northumberland Shore, is an ideal location to start a small or medium-sized business, raise a family and enjoy a quality of life second to none.

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Festivals and Events

  • Pictou County PrideFri. 19 Jun, 2026 8:00 am
  • Summer Solstice by Pictou Celtic Arts SocietySun. 21 Jun, 2026 1:00 pm
  • Pictou Canada Day CelebrationsWed. 1 Jul, 2026 1:00 pm
  • Love Local Concert Series - Ainsley DecosteWed. 1 Jul, 2026 6:00 pm
  • deCoste Centre Canada Day EventWed. 1 Jul, 2026 7:30 pm
  • Pictou Lobster CarnivalFri. 3 Jul, 2026 3:00 pm

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Mailing Address

PO Box 640
40 Water Street,
Pictou, NS B0K 1H0

Phone: (902) 485-4372
Toll-free: 1 (877) 574-2868
Fax: (902) 485-8110

Office Hours

8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Monday to Friday

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