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March 24, 2025 Amherst Town Council – Meeting Highlights
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During Monday night’s regular meeting of Amherst Town Council, a motion was passed approving a new Accessibility, Inclusion, Diversity and Equity (AIDE) Strategic Plan. This new plan combines Amherst’s previous Accessibility Strategic Plan and the previous Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Strategic Plan into one new document, and is the result of diligent research and stakeholder input.
The former two separate plans were required to be updated, approved by Council, and forwarded to the Province by April 1, 2025, which led to the decision to produce the new combined AIDE plan.
Accessibility, Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Committee (AIDE) Terms of Reference
Through the process of combining the Accessibility Strategic Plan and the Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Strategic Plan, it was learned that these same Town committees could also be combined, continuing to advise Council as before. As part of this process, the Poverty Reduction Advisory Committee was dissolved through a motion from Council. Old Terms of Reference were repealed and, on Monday night, new Terms of Reference for the AIDE Committee were approved by Council, thereby allowing for more collaboration amongst committee members and discussion on a broader range of topics for underserved and underrepresented groups.
Themed Crosswalks Policy
Through collaborative work with community allies, the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee, and the development of the new combined AIDE Strategic Plan, staff have proposed the addition of new themed crosswalks representing African Nova Scotians and Indigenous partnerships – to complement the existing three Veteran themed crosswalks and the Pride crosswalk. These new crosswalks and the Town’s new Themed Crosswalk Policy were all approved by Council.
Fireworks
Council approved a motion allocating $20,000 in the 2025/26 operating budget for fireworks – $10,000 for Canada Day fireworks to be held at the Robb Complex, and $10,000 for New Year’s Eve fireworks to be held at the Amherst Stadium.
Public Hearing - Development Agreement Application, 3 Robie Street
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The Town of Amherst invites you to a Public Hearing regarding an application for a Development Agreement on the property located at 3 Robie Street (PID 25029471) to permit the construction of 4 additional units, for a total of 8 in an existing structure.
The Public Hearing will be held on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. in Town Hall Council Chambers, 98 East Victoria Street, Amherst, NS.
Council will hear submissions in support or opposition to the application. Written submissions may be provided in advance to the Municipal Clerk at 98 East Victoria Street or by email to
For additional information please visit the current application section of the Town of Amherst website or contact Torben Laux, Land Use Planner at 902-667-3352 or by email to
Natalie LeBlanc
Municipal Clerk
Public Hearing - Development Agreement Application, 91 Rupert Street
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The Town of Amherst invites you to a Public Hearing regarding an application for a Development Agreement on the property located at 91 Rupert Street (PID 25518242) to permit the construction of an 18-unit Apartment Building.
The Public Hearing will be held on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. in Town Hall Council Chambers, 98 East Victoria Street, Amherst, NS.
Council will hear submissions in support or opposition to the application. Written submissions may be provided in advance to the Municipal Clerk at 98 East Victoria Street or by email to
For additional information please visit the current application section of the Town of Amherst website or contact Torben Laux, Land Use Planner at 902-667-3352 or by email to
Natalie LeBlanc
Municipal Clerk
Seventh Annual French Toast Fest featured on CTV Atlantic
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It's Amherst's annual French Toast Fest from March 17-23, and ten restaurants are participating by offering up amazing creations inspired by local ingredients.
CTV Atlantic stopped by yesterday for a visit and checked in on many of the establishments as well as very satisfied French Toast connoisseurs. For anyone who needs a little push to come out and enjoy everything on offer, have a look at the story by Derek Haggett.
Public Participation Opportunity - development agreement application, 100 Russell Street
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The Town of Amherst will hold a Public Participation Opportunity on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. in Town Hall Council Chambers, 98 East Victoria Street, Amherst, NS regarding an application for a Development Agreement on the property located at 100 Russell Street (PID 25031139) to permit the construction of 6, 42-unit apartment buildings, 38 Stacked Townhouses, and 14 Stacked Bungalows.
The purpose of the meeting is to provide an overview of the proposal followed by an opportunity for questions and comments. At a later date, a summary of the meeting will be provided to the Planning Advisory Committee who will consider a recommendation to Amherst Town Council.
Written submissions will be accepted in advance. These should be directed to Natalie LeBlanc, Municipal Clerk at 98 East Victoria Street, or by emailing
Emergency water main repair - Lamy and Durley Streets
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Please be advised that repair work is underway for a water break in the area of Lamy Street and Durley Street in Amherst. Water service will be affected for customers on and around these streets. Repairs will be completed as soon as possible.
