Public Notices & News
Pictou County Climate Summit-May 29 & May 30
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- Published: Tuesday, 12 May 2026 12:17
The Town of Pictou will be exhibiting at the Pictou County Wellness Centre on Friday, May 29 (10:30 am-3:00 pm) and Saturday, May 30 (8:30 am-3:30 pm), for the Pictou County Climate Summit’s Exhibitor Showcase.
Stop by our booth to meet our team and discover how we’re advancing local climate action.
Want to learn more about the Climate Summit? Visit the event website: https://cyberimpact.page/g74xf3vp/pictou-county-climate-summit
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Updated Monday, May 11 - Hydrant Flushing
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- Published: Monday, 11 May 2026 15:31
Residents and water utility customers are advised that the Town’s Public Works department will be flushing water mains and hydrants tomorrow (May 12) day starting at 8:00 a.m. in the following areas:
-50 Elliott Street
-156 Elliott Street
-199 Elliott Street
-346 Elliott Street
- 4 Gill Court
-56 Gill Court
-22 North Street
-28 Alfred Street
-29 Bark Street
-368 Faulkland Street
-168 West River Road
-256 West River Road
-290 West River Road
-300 West River Road
During this time, residents and businesses should expect possible discolored water and reduced water pressure. As a precaution, users are encouraged to store an adequate supply of water in advance and take steps to protect their hot water tanks by turning off the intake valve and shutting off power to the heater for the duration of the flushing. It is also recommended that customers flush their own systems during the same period.
The Town apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause
Public Notice: Caladh Avenue Street Closure Beginning May 4
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- Published: Thursday, 30 April 2026 16:49
Please be advised that construction work on Caladh Avenue will restart on Monday, May 4. The section of roadway closed to traffic will be Caladh Avenue from Market Street to Coleraine Street.
This important infrastructure project, which began in Fall 2025, plays a key role in strengthening coastal protection and helping safeguard the shoreline and surrounding area for the future. Work is anticipated to continue through the spring, with the goal of reopening the street for the summer season.
Project updates will be shared as work progresses. We thank residents, businesses, and visitors for their patience, cooperation, and understanding during this time.
Committee of Council Meeting Agenda-Monday, May 4, 2026
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- Published: Thursday, 30 April 2026 13:41
Notice of Town of Pictou
Committee of Council Meeting
Council Chambers – CN Station
71 Front Street, Pictou
Monday, May 4, 2026
6:30 pm
The public can access the meeting via the Town of Pictou Facebook Page beginning at 6:30 pm or attend in person.
Agenda
1. Call to Order
2. Changes/Approval of Agenda
3. Proclamations & Acknowledgements
a) Lyme Disease Awareness Month
b) Gaelic Awareness Month
c) Red Dress Day
d) Emergency Preparedness Week
4. Presentations
5. Departmental Reports
a) Fire Department
b) RCMP
c) Community Development
d) Public Works
e) Parks & Recreation
f) Variance
6. Appointment Committees
7. Reports/Recommendations from Private Session
8. Recommendations
a) Vendor Bylaw – Required Resolution
b) Municipal Climate Change Adaptation Plan
9. Discussions
a) Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Pilot Recap
b) Grants to Organizations
c) Summer Meeting Schedule
10.Correspondence
11.Public Comments/Questions
12.Adjournment
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Kyle Slaunwhite
Chief Administrative Officer
