Current press releases are shown below when issued.
New Collective Agreement Between Region of Queens Municipality and Local #1928 of IBEW
July 28, 2020; Liverpool, NS: A new collective agreement between Region of Queens Municipality and International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEM) Local 1928 has been ratified and approved by Council at the July 28, 2020 Regular Council meeting. The agreement will provide unionized full-time and temporary employees in the Engineering and Public Works Department with 2% annual increases in their hourly wage each year over a four year period, from April 1, 2020 through to March 31, 2024. In addition to the 2% annual increase in wages, Materials Recovery Facility Sorters will receive a one-time 50 cent increase in their…
Ice Rentals Now Available
July 22, 2020; Liverpool, NS: Plans are now underway for Phase 3 re-opening of Queens Place Emera Centre, which includes the installation of ice. Staff are now taking bookings for August 3, 2020 and thereafter. The arena re-opening will require significant safety protocols to be in place. Users are being advised of these when booking ice. “Safety is our number one priority. The rules and protocols for Queens Place Emera Centre are constantly being reviewed and re-evaluated based on current Public Health protocols. The safety measures in effect at Queens Place Emera Centre always meet or exceed recommendations of Public…
Business Facade Program: Initial Application Deadline: June 30, 2020
June 18, 2020: Spring has arrived, and summer is fast on its heels – with many businesses now re-opened, and more customers out and about, some business owners may be thinking of curb-appeal and a refresh for their business exterior. We can help! The 2020/2021 Business Façade Program is now accepting applications (initial deadline is June 30, 2020), with funding support available of up to $5,000. Most commercial properties are eligible to upgrade many aspects of their visible appearance; from siding and window replacement, to signage and planters. Putting your best foot forward, and improving your curb-side appeal to engage…
Flag on Special Purpose Pole: National Indigenous Peoples Day and Month
June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day, and June is National Indigenous Peoples Month. In recognition of this, beginning on Friday, June 19, the Sante Mawiomi flag (also known as the Mi’kmaq Grand Council flag, will be flown on the Special Purpose Flagpole on the Liverpool Waterfront for a two week period. This year, due to the serious nature of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Government of Canada recommends celebrate the heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis from the safety of your home – you can learn more about the unique heritage, diverse cultures and…
Queens Place Emera Centre Re-Opening
June 12, 2020: The time has arrived where we can begin to partially re-open Queens Place Emera Centre to the public. During the past three months, our staff have been completing maintenance, offering on-line fitness classes, and cleaning rigorously to prepare to safely re-open according to the required public health protocols. WE MISS YOU and are excited to see you all again soon. We are pleased to begin the re-opening with Phase 1 which will involve re-opening the fitness centre and indoor track effective Monday, June 22, 2020. The initial re-opening of the Fitness Centre will be for those who…
Summer Hours: Administration Office
On Thursday, July 2, 2020, Region of Queens Municipality’s Administration Office will shift to summer hours. Summer hours: 8 a.m. until 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, September 1, 2020 (8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.)
Region of Queens Municipality’s Administration Offices Re-Opening to the Public
May 28, 2020; Liverpool, NS: As the Nova Scotian economy begins to open up, Region of Queens Municipality is re-opening the Administration Building for public access starting on June 1, 2020. “Our community, along with the rest of Nova Scotia, Canada and the world, has experienced challenges over the past two months. Region of Queens Municipality’s staff have continued to provide service to our community throughout the pandemic, using internet and telephone options. We are happy to be able to offer more services to our residents and the general public. Safety is at the forefront of our reopening, and we…
Leaf and Yard Waste Pick-up
LEAF AND YARD WASTE PICK-UP May 4 to May 8, 2020 and May 11 to May 15, 2020 This year’s LEAF AND YARD WASTE roadside pick-up will be held during the weeks of May 4 to May 8, 2020 and May 11 to May 15, 2020 on your regular collection day. The materials acceptable for pick-up shall include leaves, grass trimmings, and yard waste placed in clear or orange plastic bags. (No plastics, cigarette packages, cups, etc.) Branches and limbs will be accepted if individual branches do not exceed 7 cm. (2.5 inches) in diameter. These should be…
