Current press releases are shown below when issued.
Flags at Half Mast
Monday, September 20, 2021: Flags at Region of Queens Municipality’s Administration Building and Queens Place Emera Centre have been lowered to half mast until sunset on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, out of respect for former Town of Liverpool Councillor and Deputy Mayor John “Charles” (Charlie) Welch, who served our community for 6 years, and was one of two Town of Liverpool Council representatives on the Coordinating Committee for amalgamation to form Region of Queens Municipality. Charlie held positions on a number of committees of Council including Business Improvement District Commission, Waterfront Development Corporation, Queens Memorial Arena Association, and Joint Services…
Media Release: Region of Queens Municipal Council Adopts Accessibility Plan
September 16, 2021; Liverpool, NS: Accessibility in Queens Coast is moving forward with clear direction, following Council adopting its Municipal Accessibility Plan 2021 – 2030 (QMAP) during the September 14, 2021 Region of Queens Municipality Council meeting. “Council is pleased to adopt the Queens Accessibility Plan, and to move forward with making changes within our municipal operations and services to ensure inclusion for all our residents and visitors,” said Darlene Norman, Mayor of Region of Queens Municipality. “Some items are easy to address and change now or in the near future, and other recommendations in the plan are bigger projects…
Media Release: Municipal Heritage Designation Proposed for Caledonia Property
September 16, 2021; Liverpool, NS: A building in Caledonia that is 167 years old was recommended to be designated a Municipal Heritage Property at the September 14, 2021 Region of Queens Municipality’s Council meeting. The Milton Douglas House (more commonly known as the North Queens Heritage House Museum) was built in 1854 by the Douglas family on a portion of lands granted to John Douglas in 1825. The Douglas family have a long history as business owners and employers. John Douglas, father of Milton Douglas and seven other children, was one of the original seven settlers in Caledonia in 1817….
Launch: EngageQueens.ca webpage
Launch of EngageQueens.ca As part of Council’s ongoing work to provide timely and relevant information to residents, engageQueens.ca was created to allow residents to sign up for direct emails on topics of most interest to them. On the website, residents are able to see current issues regarding Council matters, public meetings, Planning matters, available committee vacancies, job opportunities, upcoming tax sales, and much more! Sign up for email alerts when new topics are added. It’s easy to do – scroll to the bottom of the page, and enter your information to subscribe. We encourage you to visit the site, and…
Notice of Public Hearing: Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board
REGION OF QUEENS MUNICIPALITY, on behalf of its WATER UTILITY has applied for approval of amendments to its Schedule of Rates and Charges for Water and Water Services and amendments to its Schedule of Rules and Regulations. This matter will be considered in a public hearing as follows: Hearing starts: Monday, November 29, 202110:30 am Region of Queens Municipality Council Chambers 249 White Point Road Liverpool, Nova Scotia Depending on the circumstances related to COVID-19, this public hearing may be held by GoToWebinar video conferencing. Board Hearings are open to the public, and you may participate as follows: You may…
Tax Tender – September 22, 2021
Sealed bids are now being accepted for the tax tender sale of properties listed below. Click here to view the Tax Tender Ad. Bid Submission forms must be received at the office of the Treasurer, Region of Queens Municipality before September 22, 2021 at 10:00 am. Bid Sudmission forms must be submitted by mail or in person. Click here to download the Bid Submission Form. For more information on the Tax Tender process and requirements of prospectivce bidders, please click here for Bidder Instructions. Legal description of the above properties may be seen below, or at the office of the Treasurer, Region…
Public notice: Public Swims Cancelled Today at North Queens Aquatic Centre
July 22, 2021: Please note, the 2 public swims scheduled for this afternoon at North Queens Aquatic Centre in Caledonia are cancelled due to water quality issues. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Public Swim Cancellation: Milton Centennial Pool
July 20, 2021: Please note, the second public swim scheduled for this afternoon, July 20, 2021, from 5:00 – 5:45 p.m. at Milton Centennial Pool is cancelled due to lifeguard unavailability. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Public Notice: Temporary Closure of Trestle Trail Bridge
Update: 10:53 a.m., July 20, 2021 The sign is installed and the trail is now fully open. Enjoy!July 20, 2021: To allow for the installation of overhead signage at the Main Street entrance to the Trestle Trail, the Trestle Trail Bridge will be closed this morning while the work takes place. It is expected to reopen this afternoon. Signage is posted at either end of the bridge. We appreciate the patience of the public while this work takes place.
Upcoming Construction: Court Street Water and Sewer Project to Begin Monday, July 19, 2021
July 16, 2021: Over the past 25 years since becoming an amalgamated Municipality, investments of approximately $73 million has been made by Region of Queens Municipality in capital upgrades to Municipal infrastructure throughout Queens County. These projects have has helped our environment, provide safe streets, sidewalks, and drinking water, as well as quality recreational facilities. We are proud of the work that has been completed over the past 25 years and that work will continue in 2021 -2022. On Monday, July 19, 2021, work will begin on Court Street from Main Street to Church Street. The project involves replacement of…
