Learn to Skate Program – Registration Now Open

The Municipality of the District of St. Mary’s is pleased to offer a Learn to Skate program for children this winter at the St. Mary’s Recplex.

This 12-week program is designed to introduce children to ice skating in a fun, supportive, and safe environment. Participants will build basic skating skills, improve balance and coordination, and gain confidence on the ice. Whether it’s their first time stepping onto skates or they are looking to improve foundational skills, this program offers an engaging experience for young skaters of all abilities.

Program Details:

• Dates: Every Tuesday from January 13 to March 31, 2026
• Time: 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
• Location: St. Mary’s Recplex, 164 Old Road Hill, Sherbrooke
• Ages: 3–12
• Cost: $60 per participant

Spaces are limited and advance registration is required.

How to Register

Registration can be completed online by visiting:
https://www.saint-marys.ca/residents/recreation/program-registration-form.html

For more information, please contact the Municipality of the District of St. Mary’s Recreation Department at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

From the Cruiser report - December 2025

The From the Cruiser Report - December 2025 is now availble to view. 

ECRL - Sherbrooke Holiday Hours

Sherbrooke Public Library 
CLOSED on the following days:
December 24
December 25
December 26
December 31
January 1
Happy Holidays! 

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COTW - January 7, 2026

NOTICE

MEETING:                 Committee of the Whole

DATE:                       Wednesday, January 7^th, 2025

TIME:                        5:00pm

PLACE:                      Council Chambers, 8296 Highway 7, Sherbrooke

1. Call to Order

2. Roll Call

3. Additions to the Agenda

4. Approval of the Agenda

5. Approval of Minutes of COTW held Wednesday December 3^rd, 2025

6. Business Arising from Minutes

7. Correspondence

8. Other Matters of Business
   a. 5 Years of Service Award – Mallory Tibbo
   b. 20 Years of Service Award – Marian Fraser
   c. Staff Report – Disposal of Real Property Policy
   d. Staff Report – Transfer Station, Construction & Demolition (C&D)
   e. Staff Report – 2026 Property Tax Assessment Roll Summary
   f. Staff Report – 2026/27 Uniform Assessment

9. In-Camera: Contract Negotiations

Adjournment

Municipal Facilities Holiday Hours!

Municipal Office (8296 Hwy 7, Sherbrooke, NS)
December 24, 2025 closed at 12:00pm noon to January 4

Transfer Station (150 Cape Gegogan Road, NS)
December 27 closed
December 29 Open from 9:00am - 4:30pm
January 3, 2026 closed

St. Mary’s Recplex (164 Old Road Hill, Sherbrooke, NS)
December 24 closed at 12:00pm noon
December 25, 26 and January 1 closed
December 31 closed at 12:00pm noon

MacMillan’s Recycling Depot
December 27 - closed

To provide continuity of service, the main municipal phone line, 902-522-2049, will be answered from 8:30am to 4:00pm Monday, December 29 and Tuesday December 30.
For Recplex Rentals between December 22 and January 5, please book by December 19 at 4:00pm. Book early to secure your preferred time slot, contact 902-522-2049.
For urgent water utility matters contact 902-522-2552.

Happy Holidays from the Municipality of the District of St. Mary's

Wishing you a safe, happy and prosperous holiday season from the Municpality of the District of St. Mary's Council & Staff.

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