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Municipality of Cumberland property tax bills in the mail
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If you own property within the Municipality of Cumberland keep an eye on your mailbox as the 2026-27 tax bills are in the mail.
On March 30, 2026, municipal council approved a $43.2-million operating budget and a $13.3-million capital budget.
The general residential rate remains at $1.17 per $100 assessment and the commercial general rate remains at $2.74 per $100 assessment. Property owners in the former towns of Springhill and Parrsboro also pay area rates in addition to the general rate.
The Springhill and Parrsboro area rate is $0.48 per $100 of assessment for residential and $1.19 per $100 assessment for commercial properties.
The village rate in River Hebert is 10 cents per $100 assessment, while in Pugwash it’s 38 cents per $100 assessment for residential properties and 45 cents per $100 assessment for commercial.
Due date for tax payments is June 30, 2026.
Job Posting: Permitting & Inspections Administrative Assistant
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The Municipality of the County of Cumberland is currently accepting resumes for the Permitting & Inspections Administrative Assistant.
Job Posting: Permits & Inspections Officer Level I (willing to train)
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The Municipality of the County of Cumberland is currently accepting resumes for a Permits & Inspections Officer Level I (willing to train).
Job Posting: Occupational Health & Safety Officer
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The Municipality of the County of Cumberland is currently accepting resumes for an Occupational Health & Safety Officer.
Municipality To Operate Cape d’Or As A Heritage And Tourism Destination In 2026
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The Municipality of the County of Cumberland is pleased to share plans for the Cape d'Or Coastal Park for the 2026 tourism season.