August 22, 2025

Please find the latest on the Edgewater Project work in town:

HIGHLIGHT: ROAD CLOSURE BETWEEN CLEARLAND AND OLD EDGEWATER IS OPEN

Main to Parish: Harbour Construction plans to pour the concrete curb and sidewalk next week, with paving scheduled for the following week. All lanes are currently open to traffic and will stay open until the concrete and paving start.

Parish Intersection: Harbour Construction is discussing starting additional pipe work next week to finish this area. This includes replacing a short water main and hydrant on Parish Street. If this goes ahead, it will be done overnight.

Edgewater near Parish: From the Parish end of Edgewater, Harbour Construction will start installing new water and sanitary mains toward the churches. Work will begin up to the first turn in the road next week. This will also be done at night to reduce impact. There may be a short overnight water outage for churches and residents east of Parish who are on temporary water.

Edgewater Street: The closed section should reopen by the end of today, meaning the whole street will be open. This weekend, the only parking lot affected will be the laydown area near the public washrooms on Edgewater.

Along water’s edge: Brush clearing is starting on stretches of Edgewater where infill will happen and raised multi-purpose trail will be built.

Kedy’s Landing Area: Water infill work is expected to begin next week. This work will require traffic control with one lane open. The infilling is with rock to facilitate the new trail.

Scarecrow Festival: Festival organizers, the Town and Edgewater Project Team are working together to ensure that every possible consideration is given to support the festival’s success.

Thank you all for your patience as we move into these next phases of work.

If you have not yet had a dip at the Mahone Bay Outdoor Pool this summer, now’s the time to go! Tucked between Jubilee Park and the Firehall, our pool is one of Mahone Bay’s hidden summer gems.

From Main Street near the Cenotaph, turn up Clairmont Street by the Pharmasave. Take a left at the bend in the road by the Firehall and park under the tall pines off Clairmont Street, stroll the shaded path through old-growth forest, and you’ll find the “coolest” spot in town.

Run by the Mahone Bay & Area Swimming Pool Society, our Town pool is staffed by amazing local lifeguards and instructors. If you don’t have a season membership, drop-in is just $5.

Public Swim:
Mon–Fri: 2–4:30 pm & 6–7:30 pm
Sat–Sun: 2–5 pm
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Lane Swim:
Mon–Fri: 5–6 pm
Sat–Sun: 1–2 pm
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A special event for the calendar: Pirates & Mermaids Pool Party on Friday, Aug 22 from 5-7:00 pm. Fun for all ages includes BBQ, games, and contests. Costumes are encouraged! Bring your friends, family, and visitors and make this summer one to remember!

Due to the particularly hot and dry weather, the water levels at in the Town’s watershed have decreased significantly. While currently we are not enforcing mandatory water conservation, if we don’t see significant and prolonged rainfall in the near future, we may have to take more extreme measures.
 
For now, everyone can do their part to conserve water. Here are some activities to avoid:

• watering lawns
• washing vehicles
• long showers
• small loads of laundry or dishes

 
While we understand that lots of MB residents have friends and/or family living nearby with wells at risk of going dry, it is important that we conserve our community’s water supply. Residents of the Municipality of the District of Lunenburg and the Municipality of the District of Chester can contact their municipal office to learn about supports being offered for people experiencing dry wells.
 
Let’s all do our part!

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Make a big difference in a small town!  Mahone Bay is hiring an Accountant to join the Finance Team to help deliver transparent, modern, and effective financial services.
 
What we offer:

• Competitive pay with health, dental, and pension benefits
• Predictable hours and work-life balance
• Scenic seaside location
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on local services

 
What we’re looking for:
-Education and experience in accounting or finance
-Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
-Comfort with accounting software and Excel
 
For a full job description and how to apply, please visit https://www.townofmahonebay.ca/employment-opportunities.html
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In the matter of the Municipal Government Act and the Town of Mahone Bay

TAKE NOTICE THAT on July 31, 2025, the Council of the Town of Mahone Bay received a request to amend the Land Use By-Law section 5.12 Coastal Elevation.
 

1. Amendments to the Land-Use Bylaw to adjust the language in section 5.12 [Coastal Elevation] to clarify that additions or renovations to existing structures be exempt from the 3.5m vertical setback.

 
A PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING on this proposal will be held by staff at Town Hall in Council Chambers (493 Main Street), on Tuesday August 26, 2025, beginning at 7:00 p.m.  The purpose of the Public Information Meeting is to provide an opportunity for any interested person to obtain information and to discuss the proposal. This is the kick-off meeting for the request.

​For further information, call 902-624-8327 or 902-275-2599.

Kelly Munroe, Clerk

POSTPONED! Due to the provincial restrictions on activities in the woods, this event has been postponed.

Join us for a guided walk!

The Town of Mahone Bay and the Nova Scotia Invasive Species Council will be hosting a guided walk to help residents learn about invasives species in Mahone Bay.
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The walk will teach you how to identify different invasives, why they are harmful, best management practices, and tips for removal. The walk will begin at the Pond Street entrance in Jubilee Park and make its way through some of the Mahone Bay trails. This event is from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm on Wednesday, August 6th.