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Welcome to St. Mary’s

Located in the heart of Nova Scotia’s Eastern Shore, the Municipality of the District of St. Mary’s is a rural municipality consisting of seven electoral districts. Incorporated in 1879 the Municipality has a population of 2,233 and is bounded by the counties of Antigonish and Pictou, the municipalities of Halifax and Guysborough, and the Atlantic Ocean.

This document is to help our community understand the Provincial Protocols to Phase 5.

 

Don't forget to nominate you favorite local businesses for one of the following awards for Small Business Appreciation Night. Nomination ballots can be submitted in person or mailed to the Municipal Office. Nominations can also be emailed to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Best New Business:
This award recognizes newly established businesses in the last 5 years that have shown significant promise through their growth and successful business strategy.

Best Customer Service:
This award highlights a business that is dedicated to continuously improving customer satisfaction, exceeding expectations and reacting appropriately to ensure customer satisfaction. They also demonstrate excellence in resolving conflicts and/or when facing challenges.

Best Community Impact:
This is awarded to the company that’s truly making a difference in their community. This business has taken positive action to invest in their community and sees social responsibility as an integral part of the business’ success.

Best Long Standing Business:
This award recognizes a successful business that has been operating for over 10 consecutive years and has exemplified growth and sustainability.

Business owners are invited to join us for Small Business Appreciation Night, Tuesday, October 19th, 2021 at 6:30pm at the Sherbrooke Lion’s Hall, hosted by St. Mary’s Municipality.

Local business owners are invited to gather and celebrate their accomplishments! The evening will include a guest speaker, a turkey supper & dessert served by the Sherbrooke Lions.

Our small businesses are extremely important to the Municipality and help to shape and enhance our communities. They understand the needs of the neighbourhoods we live in and are a part of what makes them great.

Residents have also been busy showing their love for ST. Mary’s businesses by nominating their favorite local businesses for the St. Mary’s Business Awards which will be given out during the Small Business Appreciation Night.

*Please note pre-registration for this event is required prior to October 12th, 2021 by phone 902-522-2607 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. All Covid-19 guidelines will be followed and attendees will be asked for proof of double vaccination as per the Provincial guidelines and we thank you for your cooperation.*

 

Proof of double vaccination will begin on October 4, 2021.
Events and locations where you will need to show proof of vaccination include places such as:
• Restaurants, bars and casinos
• Gyms, public pools, fitness studios and community arenas
• Performances, sporting events, festivals and movie theatres
• Indoor and outdoor extracurricular school-based activities
• Library programs, museums, and the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia
• Wedding and funeral ceremonies
• Other recreation and leisure businesses where people gather

 

In some cases, ID will be required to verify your identity. Types of valid ID include:
• Driver's license
• Passport
• Government issued ID card
• Health card
• Birth certificate
• Student ID card
• Secure Certificate of Indian Status

IF YOU ARE UNVACCINATED OR PARTIALLY VACCINATED YOU CAN VISIT

  • retail stores
  • financial institutions
  • food establishments that primarily offer fast food, takeout and delivery
  • professional services such as accountants and lawyers
  • personal services such as hair salons, barber shops, spas and body art
  • health-care services and health professions such as doctors' offices, dental care, massage therapy and physiotherapy
  • rental accommodations such as hotel rooms, cottages and campgrounds
  • faith services
  • school-based activities that take place during the school day, before and after school programs and school buses
  • business meetings and other activities where the general public is not present
  • places where government services are offered
  • food banks, shelters, Family Resource Centres and adult day programs for seniors or people with disabilities
  • informal gatherings at a private residence

PROOF OF VACCINE EXEMPTIONS

  • retail stores
  • financial institutions
  • food establishments that primarily offer fast food, takeout and delivery
  • professional services such as accountants and lawyers
  • personal services such as hair salons, barber shops, spas and body art
  • health-care services and health professions such as doctors' offices, dental care, massage therapy and physiotherapy
  • rental accommodations such as hotel rooms, cottages and campgrounds
  • faith services
  • school-based activities that take place during the school day, before and after school programs and school buses
  • business meetings and other activities where the general public is not present
  • places where government services are offered
  • food banks, shelters, Family Resource Centres and adult day programs for seniors or people with disabilities
  • informal gatherings at a private residence

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Keep up to date on Municipal news and events. Contact us if you have an item to submit to the municipal newsletter.

Recreation

Get active in St. Mary’s! Our Recreation Department offers a variety of programs and events around the Municipality.

Waste Disposal

Find information on recycling, waste collection and the Municipal Transfer Station.

Taxes

Access everything you need to know about your tax bill.

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