Current press releases are shown below when issued.
Update Notice: Potential Water Disruption – System Wide
Update:Â Tuesday, June 2, 2026, 7:50 pm: Municipal crews have completed maintenance on the water distribution system to repair a water leak on a portion of the water transmission main on Common Street, Liverpool. Tuesday, June 2, 2026, 4:45 pm: Municipal crews will be conducting maintenance on the water distribution system to repair a water leak on a portion of water transmission main on Common Street, that was discovered this afternoon Tuesday, June 2. The repair may impact all customers of the water distribution system. Every effort will be made to mitigate water service disruption to water utility customers. As…
Notice: Accessible Parking Upgrades
In the spring, work takes place to freshen up and improve municipal sites and facilities. We’re pleased and excited to let people know that several Municipal facilities recently had accessible parking upgrades made, including:• Beach Meadows Beach,• Etli Milita’mk Playpark,• Mersey Skate Park• Liverpool Business Development Centre. Among the upgrades are painted stalls, access aisles, and upright signage to clearly mark accessible parking. The work completed complies with the Province of Nova Scotia’s Built Environment Accessibility Standard, which is online here: https://novascotia.ca/accessibility/built-environment/ We’re happy that this work has been completed just in time for the start of the spring and…
NOTICE: Construction Work – Gorham Walkway Rehabilitation Project
Starting on Thursday, June 4, 2026, work will begin on improvements to the Gorham Street Walkway, which connects Main St with the waterfront parking lot near Henry Hensey Dr, Liverpool. During the project, the walkway will be closed to pedestrians. Pedestrian access between Main St and Henry Hensey Drive will be detoured using Market St or Legion St. Alternatively, additional parking is available behind the Town Hall Arts & Cultural Centre (219 Main St) for those who usually park in the waterfront parking lot and use the Gorham Walkway to access main Street. The work will involve the replacement of…
Special Purpose Flagpole: Access Awareness Week
May 31 – June 6, 2026 is Access Awareness Week in Nova Scotia. Region of Queens Municipality is flying the Nova Scotia Accessibility Awareness Flag on the Special Purpose flagpole at Astor Theatre Arts & Cultural Centre, 219 Main St. Liverpool, NS to mark Access Awareness Week Nova Scotia. Nova Scotia was the first province in Canada to champion Access Awareness Week as an extension of Rick Hansen’s 1987 Man in Motion World Tour, with a purpose to change the narrative for persons with disabilities by raising awareness and taking action on disability issues. Access Awareness Week gives Nova Scotians…
UPDATE – PUBLIC NOTICE: BOIL WATER ADVISORY FOR COWIE WELL ENDED
(Issued at 4:40 p.m. on Thursday, May 28, 2026) Following the completion of water sample testing at Cowie Well in Liverpool, Nova Scotia Public Health has advised today that Region of Queens Municipality may end the boil advisory, effective immediately, that has been in effect for water drawn from Cowie Well over the past week. Samples taken from the site continue to indicate that there is no contamination of water drawn from Cowie Well, and that the water may therefore be safely consumed without first boiling. Region of Queens Municipality wishes to thank our residents who rely on Cowie Well…
Notice: Construction Work – Detours and Traffic Control
Work to upgrade the lift station located near the Liverpool bridge, has started on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. The work is focused on the one-way section of Henry Hensey Drive (the entrance to the parking lot from the bridge). Entry and exit on Henry Hensey Drive is still available, and there is signage and traffic control in place. Construction is expected to continue through to the week of June 1 – 5, 2026. Motorists can expect that there may be brief delays during periods of construction. For further updates on this project (and other projects underway), please refer to the…
Be involved in the Region of Queens Land use Planning Update
Region of Queens Land Use Planning Update June 3, 2026; Liverpool: We are hosting an online event to launch the Region of Queens Land Use Planning Update project! You’re invited to join us for the Online Public Meeting on Tuesday, June 9th at 6:30pm on Zoom. There will be a short presentation at 6:30pm and then an opportunity for residents to ask questions and discuss the issues that matter most to them! Click here to register: speakupland.ca/queens-plan Public Engagement has begun for the Region of Queens Land Use Planning Update May 28, 2026; Liverpool, NS: On May 28, the Region…
Volunteer Opportunity – Community Monitoring Committee
We are seeking volunteers to join the Queens Solid Waste Management Facility Community Monitoring Committee. This committee plays an important role in connecting the community with facility operations by: • Bringing forward community questions, concerns, and feedback• Reviewing environmental monitoring and annual operations reports• Providing input on facility operations, programs, and future planning• Discussing waste trends, education efforts, and potential impacts This is a great opportunity to stay informed, contribute to environmental stewardship, and help shape how the facility operates within the community. No technical background required, just an interest in your community and the environment. Interested? Contact Public Works…
Notice of Intent to Consider Second Reading
BYLAW NO. 27 – PRIVATE ROAD MAINTENANCE FEES Council of Region of Queens Municipality will consider second reading of Bylaw No. 27 – Private Road Maintenance Fees, at the Regular Council Meeting on Tuesday, June 23, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. in Council Chamber, 249 White Point Road, Liverpool, NS. OBJECT OF THE BYLAW: Bylaw No. 27 establishes the framework under which lot owners’ associations and small community applicants may apply to have private road maintenance and improvement charges levied and collected by the Municipality on their behalf. A copy of the proposed bylaw may be inspected at the Municipal Administration…
Open for the Season: Spraypad at Etli Militam’k Universally Designed Playground
The sun is out and the fun is ready to begin! Starting today, the Etli Militam’k Universally Designed Spraypad is open for the season! It’s a great way to cool down and have fun! The spraypad and the playground are designed for all ages and abilities to play and enjoy time outdoors! The spraypad is located at 20 Old Cobb Barn Road, on the grounds of Queens Place Emera Centre . (please note: the blue spray cannon is currently out of order and will be back in service as soon as possible).
