Jennifer Houghtaling District 3

10/05/2026

Notice of Adoption - By-law to Amend the Land Use By-law 26-11

Temporary Pause on Accepting AI Data Centre
Development Permit Applications

Second Reading and Adoption of the By-law to Amend the Land Use By-law 26-11 took place on September 23, 2026 at a Regular Council meeting.

Purpose: To implement a temporary pause in which no development permit applications will be received for AI Data Centers while the municipality completes its comprehensive review of the Municipal Planning Strategy and Land Use By-law.

Any aggrieved person, the Provincial Director of Planning, or the Council of any adjoining municipality may, within fourteen days of the publishing of this notice, appeal to the Nova Scotia Regulatory and Appeals Board (1-855-442-4448 / [email protected]) in accordance with the provision of the Municipal Government Act.

For a copy, https://www.cumberlandcounty.ns.ca/government/by-laws/land-use-by-law/3438-by-law-to-amend-the-lub-26-11/file.html

For further information, please call 902-667-1142, 1-888-756-6262 (toll free), or email [email protected]

10/05/2026

The Truemanville Fire Department recently received three battery-operated hydraulic rescue tools, including a spreader, cutter and telescopic ram.

These tools are replacing aging equipment that Truemanville Fire Department used for vehicle extraction.

These new tools are more efficient, reliable and lighter. Firefighters can operate these rescue tools for a longer period at emergency incidents.

The Truemanville Fire Department is one of the HUB stations and these new rescue tools will be available to assist with the local stations that fall under the HUB.

These rescue tools were purchased through the 2026-27 approved capital budget.

Chief Allen Fromm (left) and firefighter Chris Newman show the equipment purchased.

10/05/2026

Oct. 4 to 10, 2026, is Fire Prevention Week.

This year’s theme, Charge Into Fire Safety: Safe Charging is a Superpower, highlights how safe charging habits can help reduce the risk of lithium-ion battery fires at home.

Lithium-ion batteries power many of the devices we use every day, including cellphones, laptops, e-bikes, e-scooters, power tools, and toys. Knowing how to properly charge, use, store, and dispose of these batteries can help protect your home and family.

Simple steps can help reduce the risk of fire:

Buying new lithium-ion products—always stick with trusted brands and avoid cheap, off-brand products that may not meet safety standards. Devices without visible safety standard certification marks such as cUL, cELT or CSA may pose a higher risk of overheating, fire, or failure.

Cheap charger – don’t chance it: Use the cord and charger that comes with your device or one approved by the manufacturer.

Soft surface – hard pass: Charge devices on a hard, flat surface such as a table, desk or bare floor.

Fully charged – time to unplug: Unplug your device when it’s fully charged.

For tools and rides – charge outside: Charge larger items such as e-bikes, e-scooters and power tools away from doors, hallways and stairs. Follow all manufacturer instructions and never leave batteries and devices charging unattended.

Feels hot – stop using it: Stop using a device if it becomes very hot, starts to swell, smells strange, leaks, smokes or makes popping or hissing sounds.
Recycling your batteries responsibly—Never dispose of lithium-ion batteries in your regular waste or recycling collection.

To learn more about fire services in the Municipality of Cumberland, go to https://www.cumberlandcounty.ns.ca/fire-services.html

10/05/2026

The Municipality of Cumberland Badge is the newest addition to the Hike Nova Scotia Hiker Challenge, in partnership with Municipality of Cumberland Hike six of 11 trails within a year to earn the badge and make the Honour Roll, with prize draws from The Trail Shop. Attend the launch hike on October 17 in Parrsboro in partnership with Cliffs of Fundy Geopark. Learn more at https://www.hikenovascotia.ca/projects-hiker-challenge/.

10/05/2026

Attention - delayed opening for Pugwash Transfer Station tomorrow!

10/01/2026

09/28/2026

Here's a message from the Fundy Ocean Research Centre for Energy (FORCE).

In the coming days, FORCE will deploying a FAST platform at the FORCE test area in support of the Ocean Sensor Innovation Platforms (OSIP) project.

This work is to test the capabilities of monitoring equipment and to trial platform positioning techniques. The platform is expected to be recovered 14 days from the deployment date.

You may see brief vessel activity during daylight hours, including placing and retrieving equipment. Work will take place only when weather and sea conditions are suitable. Operations will be conducted from the Nova Endeavour, operated by Huntley’s Diving and Marine.

09/28/2026

The Municipality of the County of Cumberland recognizes how important the Cape d’Or Lighthouse is in attracting visitors to the region. Through BCSF Community stream funding, the Municipality has invested in preserving the lighthouse and improving access to the site.

These upgrades help ensure this iconic heritage destination remains safe, welcoming, and accessible for residents and visitors alike.

Learn more about the project in our latest spotlight: https://loom.ly/HLfSFXU

Fun fact: It’s one of only two municipally owned lighthouses in Nova Scotia. Can you name the other?

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada
Nova Scotia Government
Municipality of Cumberland

09/28/2026

Want to know what took place at Cumberland Municipal Council's September regular meeting on Sept. 23, 2026?
See some highlights below or go to https://www.cumberlandcounty.ns.ca/news-from-cumberland-municipal-councils-sept-23-meeting.html