Town of Shelburne

10/30/2026

🚧 Please Note – St. Andrew's Lane

A small section of St. Andrew's Lane will be temporarily blocked off to allow for scaffolding beginning Monday, November 2, 2026.

This will not affect street traffic, and the lane will remain open for use. Traffic flow will be monitored to ensure vehicles can continue to pass safely.

Thank you for your patience and understanding!

10/30/2026

🎃 HALLOWEEN STREET CLOSURE NOTICE 👻

Please be advised that a portion of Mowatt Street, between Bulkley Street and Transvaal Street, will be temporarily closed to vehicle traffic on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm to help ensure a safe evening for trick-or-treaters.

🚗 Motorists are asked to plan accordingly and use alternate routes during this time.

🍬 Wishing everyone a safe and Happy Halloween! 🎃

10/30/2026

Tax Bills are Due Today!!!!

📬 2026 Tax Bills

Town of Shelburne tax bills have been sent out in the mail and are due October 30, 2026.

If you have not received your tax bill or have any questions, please contact the Town Office at 902-875-2991.

10/29/2026

💧📬 Water bills are in the mail!

Payment is due November 30, 2026.

If you do not receive your bill or have any questions, please call the Town Office at 902-875-2991.

10/29/2026

📢 Amalgamation Steering Committee – Upcoming Meeting Update

The next Amalgamation Steering Committee meeting will take place on Monday, December 14, 2026, at 6:00 p.m at The Municipality of Shelburne Administration Building.

The Committee will be meeting with Deputy Minister LaFleche of the Department of Municipal Affairs and MLA Nolan Young to determine whether Provincial funding may be available to complete the studies and reports required for a potential NSRAB amalgamation application.

Please be advised that, at the Province’s request, this discussion will be held in-camera and will not be open to public attendance.

We appreciate residents’ continued interest in the amalgamation discussions and will share updates on matters that can be made public as the process continues.

Want to learn more about the Amalgamation Steering Committee, its purpose, and access meeting information? Visit our webpage:

The purpose of the Amalgamation Steering Committee is for the Municipality of Shelburne, Town of Shelburne and Town of Lockeport to explore feasibility, implications, opportunities…

10/28/2026

10/26/2026

Reminder! Tax Bills are due Friday October 30!!

📬 2026 Tax Bills

Town of Shelburne tax bills have been sent out in the mail and are due October 30, 2026.

If you have not received your tax bill or have any questions, please contact the Town Office at 902-875-2991.

10/26/2026

We're still looking for a tree!

🎄 Christmas Tree Needed! 🎄

The Town of Shelburne is looking for a fir tree approximately 30 feet tall to gift to our Sister City of Gloucester, Massachusetts!

This special holiday tradition has continued for over 25 years, and we're hoping to keep it going this Christmas!

If you have a suitable tree on your property within Shelburne County that you would be willing to donate, we'd love to hear from you!

For more information, please contact:

📞 Will Butler: 902-319-0456
📧 [email protected]

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Thank you for helping us continue this wonderful tradition! 🎄

10/23/2026

📣 We’re hiring!

The Town of Shelburne is seeking a Finance & Tax Coordinator to join our team.

See the job posting below for details on the position and how to apply!

The scenery in Shelburne is breathtaking. Miles of forests surrounding crystal lakes and crashing ocean. The air is fresh and clear. The charm of the Loyalist days is still felt in our county but amongst the history, is everything one might need for modern living.