Current press releases are shown below when issued.
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).
UPDATE: Wildfire In community of East Port L’Hebert, Queens County
Issued on May 21, 2026, at 9:45 a.m. The Nova Scotia Department of Emergency Management (DEM) has advised this morning that the wildfire in East Port L’Hebert is under control. Although the fire is now classified as “under control”, that does not mean that the fire has been extinguished. The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and fire fighters will continue to work to put the fire out today. Thank you to the hard-working fire crew from DNR, Nova Scotia’s four 802 fixed-wing air tankers and bird dog (helicopter) doing water drops, volunteer fire departments from Queens, Shelburne, and Lunenburg Counties, RCMP, EHS, and DEM members who responded to yesterday’s call in the extreme heat. Thank you for keeping the community safe! __________________________________________________________________________ Issued on May 20, 2026, at 4:56 p.m. Nova Scotia Department of Natural Resources,…
Have You Received your 2026-2027 Tax Bill?
 The 2026-2027 Operating Budget was approved by Council on April 28, 2026, setting the tax rate for the year and marking the fifth year in a row there is no increase to the base tax rate. With budget approved and the tax rate set, tax bills were mailed and sent by email to those who have e-billing from May 8 – mid May.  Residents should have received their bills by now.  WHEN ARE MY TAXES DUE? Tax bills are dated June 1, 2026, and payments received prior to July 1, 2026, will have no interest charges applied. WHAT DO I DO IF I HAVE QUESTIONS OR MY TAX BILLS HASN’T ARRIVED? For property owners who live in Canada, if you have…
UPDATE: Water Service has been Restored on College Street and Barss Street, Liverpool
As of 4;30 p.m., water service has been restored on College Street and Barss Street in Liverpool. Lines have been flushed and if customers experience discoloured water, please let let the cold water tap run for 5-10 minutes until the water runs clear.__________________________________________________ Notice: Upcoming Water Main Work – Traffic Disruption and Water Discolouration On Wednesday, May 13, 2026, residents in the area surrounding College Street and Barss Street, Liverpool may notice temporary water discoloration due to planned water main work. Residents of College Street and two properties on Barss Street will have no water service starting at 8:30 a.m….
Notice: Applications Currently Being Accepted for the Solid Waste Community Litter Collection Program
Region of Queens Municipality’s Solid Waste Community Litter Collection Program is now open and accepting applications from Queens County-based registered nonprofit organizations. The program was established in 2018 and provides funding to groups that complete litter clean-up for a portion of highway in their community. Approved groups will receive $125 per kilometre (both sides of the highway) for one clean-up per year for a maximum of 5 kilometres in a location authorized by Nova Scotia Department of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal (NSTIR). Each year since the program was established, Council has approved funding in the Municipality’s budgets to support this…
Did You Know? Missed or Delayed Waste Collection
Has your regular waste collection been delayed or missed? Depending on challenges encountered along the route, sometimes waste collection can take place later in the day than usual. If you believe your garbage has been missed or if you are experiencing waste collection problems, please contact the Region’s collector, GE Environmental, toll free at 1-866-303-1103 until 4:30 p.m. For calls after hours between 4:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m., please call 1-902-523-5764.
Message of Support for Lloyoll Prefabs
Along with many in Queens County today, our thoughts are with Jonathan and Caralee Lloy, their family, and the staff of Lloyoll Prefabs as they deal with the unimaginable loss of their business from a fire early in the morning of April 30. Lloyoll holds a special place in Queens County’s history — the Lloys were among the first dozen business owners to open a new business in the months after Resolute announced the closure of the Paper mill in Brooklyn. Back in 2013, nearly a year after the Mill closed, Municipal staff asked Jonathan why he would choose to…
Thank you to All Who Supported the Response to the Industrial Fire
A huge thank you to everyone who supported yesterday’s industrial structure fire response!! 🎉 From just after midnight on April 30 through the afternoon, crews worked tirelessly in challenging conditions to bring a very large fire under control. This was a long and complex response, and the dedication shown across all agencies was nothing short of incredible. We want to recognize the leadership of Liverpool Fire Department, along with the support of Greenfield and District Volunteer Fire Department, Port Medway Fire Department, Mill Village and District Fire Department, and North Queens Fire Association, and approximately 13 fire departments from across…
Council approves 2026/2027 Operating Budget investing in facilities, protective services, growth, and events; no increase in property tax rate in Queens County
Council for the Region of Queens Municipality approved the 2026/2027 Operating Budget on Tuesday night at the Regular Meeting of Council. For the fifth year in a row, Council approved a budget with no base rate increase for residential, resource, and commercial property owners in the Region. Total budgeted operating expenses for the coming year will amount to $33,840,772. In addition to maintaining current levels of service for residents and business owners, the budget includes a number of initiatives that will improve quality of life in Queens County, make the Region a more desirable location for investors and prospective new…
