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Blue-Green Algae

The Municipality of the District of St. Mary's is advising residents and visitors of Blue-Green Algae (Cyanobacteria) found within the Municipality of the District of St. Mary's.
What You Should Know:
Blue-Green Algae can produce toxins that may be harmful to humans, pets, and wildlife. Avoid contact with the water in the affected area, and do not allow pets to swim or drink from the lake.
Stay Informed:
For more information on Blue-Green Algae and to view a list of locally impacted areas, please visit the provincial website: novascotia.ca/blue-green-algae
the Municipality will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as necessary. Thank you for your cooperation in helping to keep our community safe.
If you think you see blue-green algae, you should treat it as potentially toxic. Report it to your local Department of Environment and Climate Change office or call 1-877-936-8476.
Currently as of today, July 16th, 2025 the only confirmed site in the Municipality, as listed on the environment website, is Indian Harbour Lake (Bloom as of June 2025). 

Scheduled Maintenance - Sherbrooke Water Utility

July 14th, 2025 at 7:00pm
Public Works will be conducting
scheduled maintenance and repairs to the Sherbrooke water utility system
Customers may experience water pressure fluctuations, disruptions to service, and/or water discoloration during this time. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Tourism Photo Contest

Take part from July 14th to July 16th in a Tourism Photo Contest for a chance to win 2 Stan Rogers Folk Festival tickets for July 25th to July 27th. 
Deadline to submit photos is July 16th, 2025 at 4:00pm.

Terms & Conditions: 

  • High-resolution photos, typically at least 1920 pixels wide, in JPG or PNG format.
  • Outdoor recreation (fishing, kayaking, canoeing, ATVing, boating, etc.)
  • Local history
  • Camping and RVing
  • Local accommodations & restaurants
  • Events, festivals, and community gatherings
  • Must complete Photo Release form

Send all photos and release forms to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for your chance to win!
To download the form please click the link:  pdf Stan Fest Photo Contest Application Form (1.49 MB)

COTW - July 16th, 2025

NOTICE
MEETING: St Mary’s Municipal Council
Committee of the Whole
DATE: Wednesday, July 16th, 2025
TIME: 5:15pm (Immediately following the Council meeting)
PLACE: St. Mary’s Municipality
Council Chambers, Sherbrooke, NS

1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Additions to the Agenda
4. Approval of the Agenda
5. Approval of Minutes of the Committee of the Whole held July 2nd, 2025
6. Business Arising from Minutes
7. Correspondence
a. Department of Justice – Comprehensive Policing Review
b. Emergency Services Provider Fund - Regional Fire Fund
c. Thank You Card – Ursula Riviera
8. Presentation: Provincial Library Funding Update - Laura Emery, Eastern Counties Regional Library
9. Other Matters of Business
a. Staff Report – Proposed Flag Policy Amendments
b. Staff Report – Guysborough County Regional Emergency Management Office (REMO)
10. In-Camera: Contract Negotiations
Adjournment

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