Bylaw Modernization: Council Seeking Public Feedback

July 3, 2025

Municipality of Inverness County Council Seeks Feedback: Municipal Bylaws 8 & 11

The Council of the Municipality of the County of Inverness is considering the repeal of two municipal bylaws as part of an ongoing bylaw modernization process. If approved, the following bylaws will be officially repealed:

I. Bylaw Respecting the Repeal of Bylaw 8 – Mischief & Nuisances

Current: A range of disruptive behaviors in public or private areas, including loud or disturbing noises, loitering, trespassing, discharging firearms, maintaining nuisance properties, and possession of air rifles or slingshots are prohibited. Violators may face a fine of up to $100 or up to ten days in jail if the fine is not paid.

Proposed Change: Remove bylaw and not replace. Relevant sections of this bylaw are covered under the current Bylaw 41 – Noise Control or other provincial or federal statutes.

II. Bylaw Respecting the Repeal of Bylaw 11 – Curfew

Current: Children under 16 are prohibited from being in public places between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. unless accompanied by an adult, with exceptions for certain youth events. Parents or guardians must ensure compliance, and violations may result in fines up to $100 or up to 10 days of imprisonment.

Proposed Change: Remove bylaw and not replace.

Public Input Welcome

Council invites public input on these proposed changes. Residents may provide written or oral submissions—either in support or opposition—at the next Committee of the Whole meeting:

Thursday, July 17 at 9:30 a.m.
Council Chambers, Municipality of Inverness County Administration Building
375 Main Street, Port Hood.

Written submissions must be submitted by 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 16 to:

Debbie Nicholson
375 Main St.
PO Box 179
Port Hood, NS B0E 2W0
Email: Debbie.Nicholson@invernesscounty.ca

Copies of the bylaws are available online at Bylaws | Municipality of the County of Inverness and in print at the Municipal Administration Building during regular business hours (8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday).

This notice is published in accordance with the Municipal Government Act, Section 168.