Audit Committee - Call for Citizen Appointment
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The Town of Amherst is looking for an interested citizen to fill a vacancy on the Town of Amherst Audit Committee. This Committee assists Town Council in fulfilling its oversight responsibilities relating to finance and audit matters.
To be a candidate for appointment, a person must demonstrate all of the following qualifications to the satisfaction of Council:
- Possess a knowledge of finance and audit-related matters;
- Be of good character;
- Possess the skills and abilities to make the commitment of time and effort required to carry out Committee responsibilities; and
- Consent to criminal record and background checks.
Please provide a written letter of your background and interests to Natalie LeBlanc, Municipal Clerk, PO Box 516, 98 East Victoria Street, Amherst, NS B4H 4A1 or by email to
All applications must be received by Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 4:30 PM.
Church Street closures, week of Sept 21, 2026
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Town of Amherst's public works will be replacing the sidewalk on Church Street in front of the CIBC. Work will begin on Monday, September 21, and will continue all week.
Church Street will be closed between King Street and Princess Street in order to complete this work.
Barricades will be in place every day during the week of September 21 - Church Street closed at 7 a.m. and anticipated re-opening time every night is 7 p.m.
Drivers are encouraged to plan an alternate route during this time.
This sidewalk replacement project is part of the 2026-2027 capital budget, and it was identified because the existing brick pavers are in poor condition and are deteriorating. This project has a budget of $10,000.
Notice of Public Participation Opportunity - October 5, 2026
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Amendments to the Municipal Planning Strategy and Land Use Bylaw
Town of Amherst staff invite you to a Public Participation Opportunity regarding amendments to the Town of Amherst Municipal Planning Strategy and Land Use Bylaw to define and address “consumption sites” and “overnight or emergency shelters”.
Under the current Municipal Planning Strategy (MPS) and Land Use Bylaw (LUB), these types of facilities are not defined. It is important to note that this public participation opportunity or any proposed amendments are not about moving the existing shelter. As an existing use, amendments to the planning documents do not impact on the current shelter’s operation.
A Public Participation Opportunity is scheduled for Monday, October 5, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. in Town Hall Council Chambers, 98 East Victoria Street, Amherst, NS where staff will present potential definitions of the above noted uses, with potential MPS and LUB amendments that specify where such uses are permitted and under what conditions.
Written submissions may be provided in advance to the Municipal Clerk at 98 East Victoria Street, Amherst, NS or by email to
Natalie LeBlanc
Municipal Clerk
Read more: Notice of Public Participation Opportunity - October 5, 2026
Public Participation Opportunity will not be livestreamed Sept 14
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Due to technical difficulty, this evening's Public Participation Opportunity on the Road Trails Designation Bylaw will not be livestreamed.
The meeting recording will be made available upon request starting Tuesday, September 15, 2026.
Read more: Public Participation Opportunity will not be livestreamed Sept 14
Downtown Street Closures on Saturday
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This Saturday, September 12, 2026, Amherst public works will close the "Downtown T" for an event in Victoria Square recognizing the 25th anniversary of 9/11.
Barricades will be in place from 7 a.m. until approximately noon on Saturday.
Church Street will be closed to traffic between King Street and Victoria Street East. Victoria Street East will be closed to traffic between Lawrence Street and Havelock Street.
Drivers are advised to plan an alternate route.
Please contact Town Hall with any questions about this street closure - 902-667-3352 or
Town of Amherst launches new online permitting platform
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Applying for permits in Amherst just got easier.
You can now apply for permits online through the Town of Amherst’s new permitting platform.
From building and development permits to home occupation, renewable energy and demolition permits, you can create a free account and manage the application process online.
The new platform can also be used to submit complaints or concerns about dangerous or unsightly premises in town.
Town Facilities Closed for Labour Day Holiday
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On Monday, September 7, 2026, the following Town of Amherst facilities will be closed:
- Town Hall
- Amherst Stadium
- Community Credit Union Business Innovation Centre
- Robb Complex
- Public Works Garage
Amherst Police and Fire services will operate as normal over the holiday.
For Public Works emergency service, call 902-667-8600.
Regular Town of Amherst operations will resume on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.
