Corrected September Solid Waste Schedule
Please note, there were errors in the Solid Waste schedule in the September Newsletter. This is the correct schedule:
September 5th, 6th, 7th -
Garbage & Recyclables
September 12th, 13th, 14th -
Garbage & 1 Bulky Item
September 19th, 20th, 21st -
Garbage & Recyclables
September 26th, 27th, 28th -
Garbage & 1 Bulky Item
Environmental Assessment Process Public Engagement
The Nova Scotia Government is seeking public engagement on modernizing its environmental assessment process. For more information visit https://novascotia.ca/news/release/?id=20230830001
Archibald Lake Wilderness Area
The Nova Scotia Government has announced Archibald Lake as a Wilderness Area. Archibald Lake Wilderness Area covers 684 hectares and includes old-growth forest, hardwood drumlins, lakes and wetland and will protect old-growth forest and animal and fish habitats. The new wilderness area includes three lakes: Archibald, McDonald and Rocky, which feed Archibald Brook, a tributary of St. Marys River.
For more information visit https://novascotia.ca/news/release/?id=20230828001
St. Mary's House League Hockey Annual General Meeting
The St. Mary's House League Hockey Committee will be hosting it's Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, September 5th starting at 6:00pm at the Municipal Office in Sherbrooke. This meeting is to select leadership roles and make important decisions for the upcoming 2023-24 season. Following the AGM, a regular meeting will be held. Anyone interested in joining the program as a volunteer on the board, coach or program volunteer is invited to attend.
Recplex Labourer
The Municipality of the District of St. Mary’s is seeking an individual for the position Recplex Labourer at the St. Mary’s Recplex located at 151 Old Road Hill, Sherbrooke. This seasonal/casual employment runs from mid/late October to early April annually and hours will vary from 23 to 28 hours per week. Hours and length of season upon Recplex users and renters. The Recplex Labourer will be responsible for operating the Zamboni to clear the ice surface, cleaning/janitorial of the facility and daily tasks associated with safe and welcoming environment at the St. Mary’s Recplex. The position requires an individual that can work independently with minimal supervision. A valid Nova Scotia Drivers’ License is required. Basic math, reading and writing skills are required along with customer service skills. The successful candidate must have a clean criminal record check and vulnerable sectors check. To view the full job description go to pdf 2023 Recplex Labourer Full Job Description (90 KB) . The pay rate for the position will be $19.00/hr. plus vacation pay. The Municipality appreciates all applications, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Deadline for applications is 12 noon Thursday, September 21st, 2023. Please submit applications including a cover letter and your resume with three references to: Marian Fraser PO Box 296 Sherbrooke, Nova Scotia, B0J 3C0 Phone: 902-522-2049 Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Job Opportunity - Academic Recreation Leader
The Community Development and Recreation Department is seeking Academic Recreation Leaders to join its team. Recreation Leaders will assist with the delivery of Community Development and Recreation Department programs throughout the Municipality of the District of St. Mary’s over the 2023/24 academic year.To see the full job description and details for applying, go to pdf Academic Recreation Leader 2023 24 (92 KB)