Inverness Multicourt Facility Opening
October 9, 2025
Inverness Multicourt Facility Opening This Weekend!
The Municipality of Inverness County is excited to share that the new Inverness Multicourt Facility is now open for community use, starting Saturday, October 11, 2025!
Residents will be able to enjoy a variety of drop-in activities at the site, including pickleball, basketball, table tennis, and bean bag toss.
What You Need to Know:
Location: 85 MacLean St., Inverness
Hours of Operation: 7:00 a.m. to dusk, seven days a week. Once lighting is fully installed, hours will be extended.
For now, access is first-come, first-served, no booking required. A court reservation system is in the works using Playfinder.ca and will be launched soon.
A Few Reminders:
Pickleball Courts:
– For pickleball use only, to protect special court surface.
– Please avoid wearing dark-soled shoes, as they will cause damage.
Basketball Courts:
– Can also be used for other casual games like pickup hockey.
Notice something that needs attention? Let the municipality know by emailing construction@invernesscounty.ca .
Please note that surveillance cameras will be in operation, and participants play at their own risk.
Looking Ahead:
– An Expression of Interest for naming rights to the facility is coming soon.
– A grand opening celebration is being planned for Spring 2026. Stay tuned for more details!
For more information about the facility, visit: Inverness Multicourt Facility | Municipality of the County of Inverness .
Seeking Volunteers For Free Water Testing
October 10, 2025
Municipality Seeking Volunteers for Free Water Testing – Chance to Win $100 Gift Card
It’s that time of year again! The Municipality of Inverness County is seeking 65 volunteers to participate in free lead and copper water testing, with a chance to win a $100 gift card to a local business.
While the municipal water system has consistently tested negative for lead and copper, older household plumbing or service lines, which are the pipes connecting a home to the municipal water system, may still pose a risk at the tap. To help identify any potential concerns, the municipality conducts annual water sampling from various residential dwellings and small sized commercial buildings on each of the seven municipal water systems.
Testing Locations and Volunteer Needs:
The Municipality is looking for participants in the following areas:
- Port Hastings – 10 households or small businesses
- Judique – 5 households or small businesses
- Port Hood – 10 households or small businesses
- Mabou – 10 households or small businesses
- Inverness – 10 households or small businesses
- Whycocomagh – 10 households or small businesses
- Chéticamp – 10 households or small businesses
How it Works
- Interested volunteers must complete an online form, providing their name, civic address, and preferred date for a collection appointment.
- Collection appointments will be scheduled Monday to Friday, between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., from October 13 to 29.
- Selected participants will be contacted by municipal staff to confirm appointment details.
- At the scheduled time, staff will visit to collect a water sample from a kitchen or bathroom faucet.
- Volunteers will receive a call in advance and be asked not to use any water for approximately 30 minutes before the appointment — this ensures accurate testing for lead and copper.
- Samples will be delivered to a certified laboratory, and results will be mailed directly to each participant.
Important Details
- Volunteers are selected on a first-come, first-served basis.
- If more than 65 people sign up, remaining names will be added to a waitlist for next year.
Win a $100 Gift Card!
Everyone who completes the water test will be entered into a draw to win a $100 gift card to a business of their choice located within the Municipality of Inverness County. Some exclusions may apply.
How to Sign Up
Online: Click to fill in the form
Phone: 902-323-0406
Email: Katherine.Macinnis@invernesscounty.ca
Deadline to apply: Friday, October 17, 2025.
You’re Invited: Public Transportation Engagement Series
October 9, 2025
“Getting There Together”: Inverness County Launches Public Transportation Engagement Sessions
How do you get where you need to go in Inverness County—and what would make it easier? The Municipality of the County of Inverness is inviting residents to take part in Getting There Together; a series of Public Transportation Engagement Sessions aimed at gathering community input to help guide future transit improvements and strengthen connections across the county.
This series is part of a county-wide project funded through the Government of Canada’s Rural Public Transit Solutions Fund. This initiative supports communities like Inverness County in developing sustainable and accessible public transportation options that meet local needs.
Six sessions will take place across the municipality’s districts:
- October 22: Beinn Mhàbu at 11:00 a.m.
- October 22: Inverness County Centre for the Arts at 6:00 p.m.
- October 29: Cranton Cross Roads Community Centre at 11:00a.m.
- October 29: Club des Retraites at 6:00 p.m.
- November 4: Judique Community Centre at 11:00 a.m.
- November 4: Whycocomagh Waterfront Centre at 6:00 p.m.
Each session will run for approximately two hours and include interactive breakout activities designed to spark conversation and gather meaningful community input. Food and refreshments will be available, and attendees can enter for door prizes and giveaways.
“Transportation is a lifeline in a rural county like ours. Whether it’s getting to a doctor’s appointment, going to work, or attending community events, people need reliable options,” says Warden Bonny MacIsaac. “These sessions are about listening to residents and working together to create a system that meets local needs.”
To reduce barriers to participation, the municipality can arrange transportation to and from sessions, and childcare will be available. Please RSVP by the Monday before each session to arrange either service by contacting ccd@invernesscounty.ca.
Residents can attend their local session, or whichever session works best for them.
Mi’kmaq History Month
October 2, 2025
Municipality of Inverness County Proclaims October as Mi’kmaq History Month
At the Regular Meeting of Council on October 2, Deputy Warden Lynn Chisholm proclaimed October 2025 as Mi’kmaq History Month in Inverness County.
Established in 1993 by the Province of Nova Scotia and the Mi’kmaq Grand Council, Mi’kmaq History Month celebrates the culture, history, and contributions of the Mi’kmaq people. The month begins on Treaty Day (October 1st), which celebrates the anniversary of the 1752 Treaty of Friendship and Peace.
The Municipality acknowledges that it is located on Mi’ma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq, and recognizes the importance of honouring this connection 12 months a year.
Throughout the month, residents are encouraged to learn more about Mi’kmaq traditions and heritage, and to take part in community events that highlight the role of the Mi’kmaq in shaping Nova Scotia’s past, present, and future.
Bylaw 25 – Building Repealed
October 2, 2025
Council Continues Bylaw Modernization Process, Repeals Bylaw 25
At the Regular Meeting of Council on Thursday, October 2, the Council of the Municipality of the County of Inverness agreed to repeal Municipal Bylaw 25—Building. The decision to repeal the bylaw was made as part of an ongoing bylaw modernization process.
According to Bylaw 25, residents were required to obtain a permit from the municipality before constructing, altering, or changing the use of a building. As permits, fees, and planning are handled by Eastern District Planning Commission, this bylaw was outdated. Council agreed to remove the bylaw and not replace it.
All municipal bylaws are available online. Print copies are available at the Municipal Administration Building (375 Main St., Port Hood) during regular business hours (8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday – Friday).
This notice is published in accordance with the Municipal Government Act, Section 169.
PSA: Mabou, Temporary Water Service Interruption
Public Service Announcement: Mabou Fire Hydrant Replacement – Temporary Water Service Interruption
The Municipality of Inverness County advises that municipal staff will be replacing a fire hydrant in Mabou on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025. As a result, nearby residents will experience a temporary interruption in water service.
Date: Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025
Start Time: 7:30 a.m.
Traffic Impacts: Traffic control will be on site at 8:30 a.m. for the duration of the hydrant replacement.
Duration: To be determined, however it is anticipated to conclude around 6 p.m.
Fire Hydrant Location: Corner of Route 19 & Route 252
Residents Affected:
- Route 19, from civic numbers 11511 & 11513, in the vicinity of the intersection of Route 252 and Route 19
- Barra Lane
- MacDonell Lane
- Brynlee’s Lane
- Cameron Hill
- Highway 252 (for those on the municipal water system)
How to Prepare:
- Fill containers with drinking water in advance.
- Fill your bathtub to have water available for flushing toilets.
- Monitor the Municipality’s website and Facebook page for updates regarding service restoration.
Please share this advisory widely with neighbors, friends, and visitors to ensure everyone stays informed.
The Municipality thanks residents for their patience and cooperation and apologizes for any inconvenience this temporary disruption may cause.