Municipality of Cumberland, Town of Amherst make historic agreement
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21 January 2026
In an historic initiative finalized at a joint meeting of the two Councils on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, the Municipality of Cumberland and the Town of Amherst separately approved second reading of by-law amendments to complete the implementation of an Intermunicipal Agreement signed back in...
Parrsboro Fire Department Takes Delivery of New Rescue Vehicle from Municipality
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20 January 2026
The Municipality of Cumberland continues to invest in its fire departments to better protect local communities. The Parrsboro Fire Department has received a new 2026 F-550 walk-around rescue truck from the Municipality. The truck was built by Fort Garry Fire Trucks in Winnipeg, Manitoba. It...
Municipal Property Owners Receiving 2026 Assessment Notices from PVSC
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16 January 2026
Property owners within the Municipality of Cumberland are receiving their 2026 Assessment Notices by mail from the Property Valuation Services Corporation (PVSC). Assessments are conducted annually by the corporation, the province’s independent, municipally funded, not-for profit assessment...
Requesting citizen membership for municipality's Audit Committee
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13 January 2026
The Municipality of Cumberland is looking for an interested resident to serve as a citizen member on the Municipality’s Audit Committee. Please submit a letter outlining your interest and qualifications on or before February 3rd, 2026. Email: clerk@cumberlandcounty.ns.ca Mail: Municipality of...
Municipality of Cumberland Inviting Volunteer Nominations
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12 January 2026
Every year, communities across Canada mark National Volunteer Week by celebrating the incredible people who give their time and talents to make our communities stronger. In 2026, we will celebrate from April 19 to 25, and we want to recognize the outstanding volunteers who make Cumberland County...
Mayor Gilroy looks back at successful 2025 and ahead to 2026
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07 January 2026
The past year was one of continued progress within the Municipality of Cumberland. “As we look back on 2025, I am filled with pride at what we have accomplished together here in the municipality,” Mayor Rod Gilroy said. “This year has been one of meaningful progress — progress rooted in...
