Public Notices & News

Water Break and Road Closure - Saturday, January 3, 2026

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Published: Saturday, 03 January 2026 08:59
The Town wishes to advise residents that due to a water break on West River Road residents in the following areas will have
no water until repairs are complete:

-West River Road from Weaver Road to Alfred Street
-Bark Street
-Cole Street
-Hill Street

Residents may experience water discolouration and low pressure throughout the Town for the remainder of the day.

There will also be a road closure from Weaver Road to Alfred Street. Traffic will be redirected from Weaver Road, to
Veterans Drive and onto Haliburton Road entering Town and from West River Road, to Haliburton Road and onto
Veterans Drive leaving Town.

The Town of Pictou apologizes for any inconvenience to customers.

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Public Notice: Caladh Avenue Reopens December 20th

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Published: Friday, 19 December 2025 10:34

The Town of Pictou is pleased to announce that Caladh Avenue on the Pictou Waterfront will reopen this weekend following significant upgrades focused on strengthening coastal protection and safeguarding important waterfront properties and public assets, as well as needed upgrades to underground servicing.

Please note the following traffic and access updates:

  • Caladh Avenue is now one-way, travelling westbound from Coleraine Street to Market Street
  • New signage is in place to help guide traffic
  • Market Street remains two-way to maintain access to the deCoste Culture Hub parking lot
  • Turns from Market Street onto Caladh Avenue are not permitted
  • Pedestrians can now use the new sidewalk on the north side of the street
  • The south side pedestrian walkway and boardwalk will be completed in the spring
  • The “bump-ins” along Caladh Avenue are for parking

Looking ahead, street lighting installation will begin next week and is expected to be completed by early January.

Thank you for your patience as we continue investing in a safer, more resilient, and welcoming waterfront for everyone to enjoy.

Pictou Town Hall - Holiday Office Hours

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Published: Tuesday, 16 December 2025 14:23

The Pictou Town Hall hours of operation over the Holidays are:
OPEN:
Monday, December 22 - 8:00am-5:00pm
Tuesday, December 23 - 8:00am-5:00pm
Wednesday, December 24 - 8:00am-12:00pm

CLOSED:
Thursday, December 25 - Friday, January 2

REOPEN:
Monday, January 5, 2026 - 8:00am-5:00pm

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Holiday Season!

Pictou Newsletter - Winter Issue Now Available Online

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Published: Tuesday, 16 December 2025 13:27
The Winter Issue of the Town of Pictou Newsletter is Here!
The latest edition of the Town of Pictou Newsletter has been released, featuring community updates, project highlights, upcoming events, and important information to keep you informed this winter season.
Take a few moments to catch up on what’s happening around Town and see what’s ahead in the months to come.
📖 Read the Winter Newsletter here: https://www.townofpictou.ca/2026-newsletter
A copy of the newsletter will be mailed the first week in January. Additional printed copies will be available for pick up at the Town Hall at that time.