Town of Pictou

11/02/2026

Collection regularly scheduled for Wednesday, November 11th will be rescheduled for Monday, November 9th, due to Remembrance Day. 👍

11/02/2026

2026–2027 Free Skates in Pictou County!

Looking to get out on the ice this fall/winter? Free skating opportunities are available throughout the week at rinks across Pictou County, including Parent & Tot, Adult/Senior, After-School, and Public Open Skates.

Check out the schedule in the poster to find a skate that works for you and your family!

LOCAL RINKS & CONTACT INFORMATION:

Trenton Minor Sports Community Centre (Trenton Parks & Recreation)
75 Park Rd, Trenton, NS B0K 1X0
902-752-2382

Pictou County Wellness Centre
2-2756 Westville Road, Pictou County, NS B2H 5C6
902-755-8870

Hector Arena & Canteen (Pictou)
38 Naylor Dr, Pictou, NS
902-485-5122

Ivor MacDonald Memorial Arena (District 13 Recreation & Planning Commission)
63 Arena Rd, Thorburn, NS
902-922-2680

Westville Miners Sport Center
1840 Park St, Westville, NS B0K 2A0
902-396-3677

Please note: Schedules are subject to change due to tournaments and special events. Check your local rink or town’s website or page or contact the facility directly to confirm ice availability.

CSA-approved helmets are mandatory at some facilities. Please confirm the helmet policy with your local rink before skating. Wearing a helmet is recommended at all times while on the ice.

Enjoy the skating season!

Municipality of Pictou County District 13 Recreation & Planning Commission Pictou County Wellness Centre Town of Pictou Hector Arena & Canteen Town of Trenton, Nova Scotia Trenton Parks & Recreation Town of Westville Westville Recreation Westville Miners Sport Center Make Your Move New Glasgow

11/02/2026

Another successful Trick or Trail in the books! 🎃

It was great to see everyone out enjoying the trails, exploring Trenton Park, and collecting some goodies along the way!

A big thank you to everyone who helped make the event possible and to everyone who came out to take part.

We’re already looking forward to next year!

Municipality of Pictou County Town of Pictou Town of New Glasgow Town of Westville Town of Stellarton Town of Trenton, Nova Scotia Pictou Landing First Nation Make Your Move New Glasgow Westville Recreation Pictou Recreation and Parks Trenton Parks & Recreation YMCA of Pictou County SchoolsPlus Pictou County

10/30/2026

Community Post: oin Creative Pictou County on November 7 for the second annual POP! Art Auction & Gala!
This event features a curated auction of works by local and regional artists, alongside a silent auction, an art battle and opportunities to connect with fellow arts supporters.
Funds raised will go directly toward initiatives that nurture creativity across Pictou County including artist support programs, community arts projects, and youth engagement opportunities.
To browse live auction pieces and to purchase tickets, please visit their website: https://creativepictoucounty.com/pop-art-auction-gala-2026

Join Creative Pictou County on November 7 for the second annual POP! Art Auction & Gala!

This event features a curated auction of works by local and regional artists, alongside a silent auction, an art battle and opportunities to connect with fellow arts supporters.

Funds raised will go directly toward initiatives that nurture creativity across Pictou County including artist support programs, community arts projects, and youth engagement opportunities.

To browse live auction pieces and to purchase tickets, please visit their website: https://creativepictoucounty.com/pop-art-auction-gala-2026/

10/30/2026

2026 Pictou County Hiker Summit!

Join us on Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 1:00–4:00 PM at the Town of Pictou Recreation Centre for an afternoon focused on the people who use and enjoy our trails.

This public event is a chance for hikers and walkers from across Pictou County to connect, share experiences, raise concerns, and help shape the future of our trails.

The Hiker Summit will also be a learning opportunity for anyone interested in exploring Pictou County’s trails. Attendees can discover local trails, collect information about trail networks and programs, learn about hiking best practices and appropriate gear, and find resources to help them get started with hiking and walking. Whether you’re an experienced hiker or just getting started, there will be something for you!

Topics and opportunities include:

✅ Learn about hiking trails throughout Pictou County
✅ Discovering local trail programs and resources
✅ Hiking best practices, safety, and recommended gear
✅ Sharing trail user experiences, challenges, and concerns
✅ Discussing ideas for future trail projects and improvements
✅ Connecting with other trail users
✅ Open discussion and Q&A

Event Details
📅 Saturday, November 14, 2026
🕐 1:00–4:00 PM
📍 Town of Pictou Recreation Centre (100 Palmeston St., Pictou)

Following the summit, attendees are welcome to join us for two optional activities:

Social Supper – 4:15 PM
Join fellow attendees for a casual social supper at a restaurant in downtown Pictou (location to be confirmed). Participants are responsible for covering the cost of their own meal.

Fall Guided Hike – 6:00 PM
Join the Pictou County Hike Club for a guided hike on the Jitney Trail. This hike is part of the club’s Fall Guided Hike Series.

Registration is required and closes Thursday, November 12, at noon. Register here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/XKkzgnWpRd

Come out, meet other trail users, and share what matters most to you. We hope to see you there!

10/29/2026

With Halloween a couple days away, here are some good safety tips from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police in Nova Scotia.

To make sure everyone has a fang-tastic time, is reminding parents and guardians to sprinkle safety magic on safety tips with the ghouls and goblins in their lives:

🛣️Remind youth to stay visible and to be aware of their surroundings.

🧙‍♀️Whether it’s witches, wizards, or superheroes, young trick-or-treaters do best with a grown-up nearby to guide the way.

🔦Use a flashlight or use glow sticks to make them more visible to motorists and others.

💡Encourage your children to stay in well-lit areas and visit only homes with their lights on. Remind them that treats should be collected at the door, never inside a home or car.

✅Remind treaters of pedestrian safety rules. They should remember to look both ways and only cross when the coast is clear.

Use crosswalks and intersections for crossing the street when possible. Go up one side of the road and down the other to avoid criss-crossing.

It is one week before Halloween! 🎃

To make sure everyone has a 🧛‍♂️fang-tastic time, is reminding parents and guardians to sprinkle safety magic on safety tips with the ghouls and goblins 🧟in their lives:

🛣️Remind youth to stay visible and to be aware of their surroundings.

🧙‍♀️Whether it’s witches, wizards, or superheroes, young trick-or-treaters do best with a grown-up nearby to guide the way.

🔦Consider using a flashlight or use glow sticks to make them more visible to motorists and others.

💡Encourage your children to stay in well-lit areas and visit only homes with their lights on. Remind them that treats should be collected at the door, never inside a home or car.

✅Remind treaters of pedestrian safety rules. They should remember to look both ways and only cross when the coast is clear.

Use crosswalks and intersections for crossing the street when possible. Go up one side of the road and down the other to avoid criss-crossing.

10/29/2026

NOTICE: Cruise Ship Visit Cancelled

Today’s scheduled visit to Pictou by the Pearl Mist cruise ship has been cancelled. A berth was open and scheduled to receive the ship, due to prevailing winds ship personnel were not comfortable to tie up. We look forward to welcoming visitors to Pictou County in the future.

10/28/2026

🎃 The Pumpkin Glow-Up is almost over!

There are just 2 nights left to stroll the Pumpkin Glow-Up Trail along the Pictou Waterfront Boardwalk, tonight and Thursday!

On Friday, our pumpkins will be heading home for the weekend!

🎃 If you’d like to take your pumpkin home, be sure to stop by and pick it up before Friday morning!

Don’t miss your last chance for a little pumpkin magic!

10/28/2026

Update - Thursday, Oct 29 - 2:45 pm - Water is back on!!!

Water Outage - Thursday, October 29

There will be a water outage on Elm Street on Thursday, October 29 from 9:00 am to approximately 4:00 pm for the replacement of a fire hydrant.

Residents on Elm Street from Welsford Street to Cedar Street will have no water until the hydrant replacement is complete.

The Town of Pictou apologizes for any inconvenience to residents.

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The Town of Pictou, located on the beautiful Northumberland Shore of Nova Scotia, Canada, is renowned as the 'Birthplace of New Scotland' as it was here where the first wave of Scottish immigrants landed in 1773. Pictou offers diverse amenities, period homes on tree-lined streets, and strong entrepr...