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Kings County, Nova Scotia The Municipality of the County of Kings is located in Nova Scotia's Annapolis Valley. To learn more, visit www.countyofkings.ca/socialmedia.

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The Committee of the Whole meeting starting at 9 a.m. Oct. 20 will immediately be followed by a Special Council meeting....
10/16/2026

The Committee of the Whole meeting starting at 9 a.m. Oct. 20 will immediately be followed by a Special Council meeting.

Here’s what’s on the agenda:

Committee of the Whole – https://ow.ly/9ufx50ZYrGu

Special Council – https://ow.ly/kMco50ZYrJ8

We’re hiring! Interested in joining our team as a Procurement Officer? Visit www.countyofkings.ca/workhere to learn more...
10/16/2026

We’re hiring! Interested in joining our team as a Procurement Officer?
Visit www.countyofkings.ca/workhere to learn more about this full-time unionized position with a competitive salary, benefits, and a pension plan. Applications are due Nov. 10 at 4:30 p.m.

Special thanks to Bioteem40 for representing the Annapolis Valley at the International Network of Michelin Cities (INMC)...
10/15/2026

Special thanks to Bioteem40 for representing the Annapolis Valley at the International Network of Michelin Cities (INMC) Startup Competition in Italy. Read all about it in the post below:

ADHD Awareness Month is observed each October. The month focuses increasing awareness and understanding surrounding ADHD...
10/15/2026

ADHD Awareness Month is observed each October. The month focuses increasing awareness and understanding surrounding ADHD with the goal of sharing reliable information on ADHD and treatments.
You can learn more here:https://www.adhdawarenessmonth.org/

On Oct. 13, Municipal Council approved the following applications, which will affect certain areas of the Municipality o...
10/14/2026

On Oct. 13, Municipal Council approved the following applications, which will affect certain areas of the Municipality of the County of Kings:

(1) Land Use By-law map amendment to rezone PID 55210884, located on Commercial Street, New Minas, from the Residential Mixed Density (R3) Zone to the Residential Multi-unit (R4) Zone to permit a multi-unit dwelling containing more than 12 units (File 26-07)

(2) Land Use By-law map amendment to rezone the portion of 130 Cornwallis Ave (PID 55206247), New Minas, zoned Residential Multi-unit (R4) to the Institutional (I1) Zone to permit an internally lit sign (File 26-11)

In accordance with Sections 247 and 249 of the Municipal Government Act, an aggrieved person, the Provincial Director of Planning, an adjacent municipality or a village in which an affected property is situated may appeal Council’s decision to the Nova Scotia Regulatory and Appeals Board within fourteen (14) days after the date of this publication.

The appeal period expires at 11:59 p.m. on Oct. 28, 2026. Inquiries respecting appeal procedures can be made to the Chief Clerk of the Board at 902-424-4448, Ex. 236, or by mail at Box 1692, Unit “M”, Halifax NS B3J 3S3.

For more information, please contact the Municipal Clerk at [email protected]

Remembrance Day and Indigenous Veterans Day are just around the corner, and we are excited to offer community members an...
10/14/2026

Remembrance Day and Indigenous Veterans Day are just around the corner, and we are excited to offer community members an opportunity to learn and make their own poppy pin. Guided by Mi'kmaw artist Karen Beals, this limited-availability workshop will take participants through each step of beading a poppy design with porcupine quill accents. Don’t delay! Sign up today to secure your spot: https://app.univerusrec.com/countyofkingspub/index.asp

October is Islamic History Month, a time to recognize the history, heritage, stories, and diverse experiences of Muslim ...
10/14/2026

October is Islamic History Month, a time to recognize the history, heritage, stories, and diverse experiences of Muslim communities across Canada. For more about this year’s theme, “Islamic Calligraphy,” visit https://www.islamichistorymonth.ca/

Did you know the Municipality offers adult swimming lessons? More details in the post below...
10/14/2026

Did you know the Municipality offers adult swimming lessons? More details in the post below...

Adult Swim Lessons Start Sunday October 18th

Are you over 18 and looking to learn to swim or to improve your swimming skills? If so check out our adult swim lessons starting this Sunday evening. Registration is only $60 for 8 weeks and can be done at www.countyofkings.ca/registration.

Questions, contact our Rec Team at [email protected].

The Holiday Card Contest is back! Details below...
10/13/2026

The Holiday Card Contest is back! Details below...

Calling All Young Artists!

The Kings County Holiday Card Contest is back! Children ages 3 to 14 are invited to get creative and design a festive piece of artwork for a chance to have their work featured on our official holiday greeting card!

🎁 What Could You Win?

✅ 10 printed holiday cards featuring your artwork

✅ $50 in Rec-Buck$ to use toward any County of Kings Recreation Services program

✅ Have your artwork featured on the official municipal holiday greeting card and shared on our social media!

🎉 And there’s more! All submissions will also be entered into a draw for a gift card to a local farmers market.

A Special Celebration!

All participants and their families will be invited to a special Holiday Art Celebration, where kids will get to see their artwork featured in the gallery, enjoy delicious treats, and get creative at our art stations!

📅 Submission deadline: November 2, 2026
🎁 Early Bird Bonus! All entries received by October 23 will be entered into a random draw to win a Squishies Prize Pack!

🖌️ How to Submit Your Artwork:

📧 Online: Complete the form and upload a high-resolution photo of your artwork at:

https://www.countyofkings.ca/holidaycard-contest

📍 In person:
Drop your artwork off at the Municipal Complex Front Desk:

181 Coldbrook Village Park Dr., Coldbrook

📬 By mail:
Holiday Card Contest 2026
181 Coldbrook Village Park Dr.
Coldbrook, NS B4R 1B9

💡 Want to learn more?
Visit https://www.countyofkings.ca/holidaycard-contest for the full contest rules, submission details, and tips on what to draw!

✨ Grab your crayons, pencils, paints, or whatever you love to create with, and let your imagination take over! We can’t wait to see your holiday creations.

There will be a Public Information Meeting on Oct. 20 at 6 p.m. in Council Chambers (181 Coldbrook Village Park Drive) r...
10/13/2026

There will be a Public Information Meeting on Oct. 20 at 6 p.m. in Council Chambers (181 Coldbrook Village Park Drive) regarding a planning application to permit a home-based Powersports Finance and Brokerage Business at 96 Forsythe Road South in White Rock.

The intent of the meeting is to review the relevant planning policies, explain the proposal and receive early feedback from the public. For more information about the application, visit https://www.countyofkings.ca/engage/Application-Details?i=2193

If you have questions about the application, please contact Planner Alice Jacob at 902-690-6276 or [email protected].

Accommodations are available for this meeting. Please submit your request at: www.countyofkings.ca/accommodationsrequest

Address

181 Coldbrook Village Park Drive
Coldbrook, NS
B4R1B9

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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+18883372999

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