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Holiday Parade Registration Now Open!

Registration for this year's Holiday parade is now open! 

If you would like to register a float, an application can be picked up from the Berwick Town Hall front desk. Alternatively, you can access the parade application form  pdf here (213 KB) . Email  or call 902-538-8068 ext. 4019 with any questions. Please return filled out applications to Town Hall no later than Friday, November 18th by 4:30 PM. 

We look forward to celebrating with you!

 

 

Berwick Town Council Size Review

Every eight (8) years, all municipalities in Nova Scotia are required to review their council arrangements. For Berwick, that means assessing the number of members on Town Council and determine the appropriate number to serve the community for the next eight (8) years.
 
Currently, Berwick Town Council consists of seven (7) members: six (6) Councillors and a Mayor.
 
We want to hear from you! Should the size of Council change or stay the same?
 
Let us know by completing the online survey at the link below or picking up a paper copy at Town Hall.
 
 
The survey will remain open until Friday, November 25, 2022 at 12:00 AM.

Information to consider

boundary review

Public Information Meeting for New Development

The Town of Berwick has received a development agreement application from Nick Bentley for a proposed development at 131 Foster Street.  The applicant wishes to construct eight two-unit buildings centered on a central shared private greenspace.  The proposal, if approved would provide 16 residential units.

The Town will be holding a Public Information Meeting (PIM) on September 28, 2022 at 6:30 pm at 236 Commercial Street in the Berwick Town Hall Council Chambers. Any interested member of the public is encouraged to attend.

The PIM provides an opportunity to learn more about the proposed development and asked questions. The applicant and Town staff will be available to explain the project and to answer any questions. Feedback provided by the public at this meeting will be considered by the Town during the approval process.

If you would like to learn more about this meeting, please contact or 902-698-7526.

Berwick Mural the Talk of the Town

This new mural is currently the talk of the town! The Berwick Mural Society did an amazing job of organizing and funding this beautiful project located right in the centre of Berwick. 

To learn more, follow this link! https://www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/communities/new-mural-at-bargain-harleys-in-berwick-ns-has-society-president-tickled-pink-100737704/

 

Public Information Meeting June 7th

The Town of Berwick has received an application from a property owner to allow a 77-unit multi-residential development.The Town of Berwick has also received an application from Kent Field Estates Ltd. to allow an 80-unit multi-residential development at 228 Main Street. Both subject properties are shown in bold on the map below.

The Town will be holding a Public Information Meeting (PIM) on June 7th at 6:30 pm in the Berwick Town Hall Gymnasium at 236 Commercial Street. The PIM provides an opportunity for members of the public to learn more about the proposed developments. The applicants and Town staff will be available to explain the projects and to answer any questions.

Feedback provided by the public at this meeting will be considered by the Town during the approval process.

If you would like to learn more about this meeting, please contact or 902-698-7526.

Mental Health First Aid Course

There is an upcoming opportunity to take part in a mental health first aid course! If you are interested in learning more about this topic, the details to register are below.