Municipal News

Grants to Non-Profit Organizations

Details: Published: Friday, 26 February 2021 16:05

The application deadline for 2021-22 municipal grants to non-profit organizations is March 31st. Please be advised that there is an updated grant application form available on our website, along with updated guidelines which can be found here

FAQs on Cumberland Central Landfill

Details: Published: Thursday, 25 February 2021 08:29

The Towns of Amherst & Oxford and the Municipality of Cumberland currently share ownership of the Cumberland Central Landfill, or as some people know it Little Forks Landfill. Operation of the Cumberland Central Landfill is managed by the Cumberland Joint Services Management Authority (CJSMA). CJSMA answers to a board which is made up of representatives of the towns and municipality.

Volunteer Recognition Nominations Open

Details: Published: Friday, 19 February 2021 11:10

Each year communities across Canada celebrate National Volunteer Week from April 18th to 24th, 2021.
As a way to thank and honour individuals who donate their time to help others in their community, the Municipality of Cumberland is collecting nominations for individuals who you deem deserve special volunteer recognition.

Public engagement results - Glooscap Campground

Details: Published: Thursday, 18 February 2021 09:04

The Municipality of Cumberland currently owns and operates the Glooscap Campground. Council is considering the option of leasing the management of the campground to a third party. The third party would then be responsible for upkeep and promotion of the campground.

*Beach access for area residents would be guaranteed in any lease agreement.*

A survey was circulated in February 2021, and results are now available.

Please click here to view a pdf of survey results. Comments relating to personnel matters have been removed.

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