Street Closure - Thursday, May 21, 2026
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Please be advised that CN will be making repairs to train tracks at the Chamberlain Street / Hickman Street crossing on Thursday, May 21, 2026 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Chamberlain Street will be closed to through traffic at Newton Avenue - there will be no access to Hickman Street from Chamberlain Street.
- Hickman Street will be closed to through traffic at Park Street - there will be no access to Chamberlain Street from Hickman Street.
Barricades will be in place. Drivers are advised to plan an alternate route.
Work will begin Thursday morning at 9 a.m. and it is expected to end by 4 p.m. the same day, at which time both streets will open to through traffic again.
Any questions about this planned work can be directed to Town Hall at 902-667-3352 or
Town facilities closed for Victoria Day long weekend
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Town Hall will be closed, along with the Amherst Stadium, the public works garage, and the Community Credit Union Business Innovation Centre on Monday, May 18, 2026, for the Victoria Day long weekend.
If emergency service is required of the public works garage, please call Amherst Police dispatch at 902-667-8600. Amherst Police and Fire services will operate as normal over the holiday weekend.
Read more: Town facilities closed for Victoria Day long weekend
NOTICE OF INTENT – To Adopt a By-Law To Amend the Companion Animal By-Law, C-4
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Notice is hereby given that Amherst Town Council intends to consider the adoption of a By-law to Amend the Companion Animal By-Law, C-4.
The proposed amendments include deleting any reference to the licensing of dogs and registering of cats, adding definitions for “enclosed fenced yard” and “tether”, adding a new section that deals with the issue of the ability to keep animals under effective restraint, including while on privately-owned property, and changes in regard to the disposing of animal feces by including the option of utilizing public waste receptacles.
Read more: NOTICE OF INTENT – To Adopt a By-Law To Amend the Companion Animal By-Law, C-4
NOTICE OF INTENT - To Adopt a By-law to Repeal the Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Program By-law, P-2
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Notice is hereby given that Amherst Town Council intends to consider the adoption of a By-law to Repeal the Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Program By-law, P-2.
The Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Program financed owner-occupied, home energy retrofits and renewable energy adoption through the property tax account and was administered for the Town by the Clean Foundation. The uptake in the program has been minimal from the start. When this program was used, it was mostly used for heat pumps; however, the heat pump market has addressed the financing part of this directly through contractors or other loans available.
The Town of Amherst had a service agreement with Clean Foundation that expired on March 31, 2026, and was not renewed. Clean Foundation has recently announced that it will no longer be administering the program after October 31, 2026. Considering this and the low uptake in the program it was recommended that this By-law be repealed.
Chamberlain Street Closed May 1, 2026
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Chamberlain Street is closed between Newton Avenue and the train tracks for water main repair today - Friday, May 1, 2026.
Area closed to all traffic - plan alternate route.
It is estimated that this work will be completed by 2 p.m. today - please watch for a status update here.
Questions about this work? Contact Town Hall at 902-667-3352 or
Step Into Amherst’s Story This Friday With Jane’s Walk
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Looking for something different to do this Friday? Take a walk through Amherst’s past and present with Jane’s Walk – a free, community-led event happening May 1 - Rain or shine!
Residents and visitors are invited to join a guided walking tour through downtown Amherst, where local history, architecture, and storytelling come together in a relaxed, social setting. It’s a chance to see familiar streets in a new way, share stories, and connect with neighbours.
Jane’s Walk is part of a global movement inspired by Jane Jacobs, whose work reshaped how we think about cities, neighbourhoods, and public spaces. These walks are led by community members and focus on local knowledge, lived experience, and conversation.
Event Details:
- Date: Friday, May 1 - Rain or Shine!
- Time: 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Meeting Location: First Baptist Church (arrive just before 1:00 p.m.)
- Cost: Free
Read more: Step Into Amherst’s Story This Friday With Jane’s Walk
Amherst Stadium Closing for Annual Maintenance - 2026
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The Amherst Stadium is Hitting Reset
The Amherst Stadium will be closed for two weeks starting Monday, April 20, re-opening on Monday, May 4.
During this time, staff will be removing the ice surface and completing key maintenance to prepare the facility for the next season.
It’s been a full season of early mornings, late nights, packed stands, and a lot of pride in what happens inside those walls. Our staff takes great care in keeping the facility running at a high level, and this short closure allows us to reset, clean up, and get ready to do it all over again.
Thanks to everyone - players, families, user groups, walkers, and fans - who made this season what it was. The energy in the building never goes unnoticed - and it’s what sets this place apart.
We appreciate the support - and we’ll see you back at the rink soon.
Questions about the Amherst Stadium annual maintenance closure? Contact Town Hall during regular operating hours at 902-667-3352 or
Read more: Amherst Stadium Closing for Annual Maintenance - 2026
