Participants Needed for Tourism Photo Shoot
The Municipality of the District of St. Mary's is seeking local families and individuals to participate in an upcoming professional photo shoot for the Visit Saint Mary's tourism website.
Visit Saint Mary's: https://visitstmarys.ca/
The photographs will be used to promote the Municipality as a tourism destination and cannot be provided to participants. However, the photographer has generously offered to provide each participating family with one complimentary professional family photograph (digital copy) taken during the session.
We are looking for approximately four participants for each of the following photo shoots:
Location #1 – Port Hilford
Saturday, August 8 (late afternoon)
Approximately 2–3 hours
Participants will be photographed enjoying active beach activities.
Location #2 – St. Mary's River
Sunday, August 9
Beginning at approximately 7:00 a.m. (3–4 hours)
Participants will be photographed taking part in paddling activities on the river. This will involve repeating the same scenes several times while the photographer captures different angles. Representatives from the St. Mary's River Association will be on site to provide kayaks, paddles, life jackets, and direction throughout the session.
Exact meeting times and locations will be confirmed with selected participants.
If you are interested in participating, please email Mel Cherry at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and include:
- The number of people in your family or group
- The ages of all participants
- Which location you would like to participate in
Please note:
- Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis; however, responding does not guarantee a spot in the photo shoot.
- Only those selected to participate will be contacted.
- All participants will be required to sign a photo release waiver.
We look forward to showcasing the beauty of St. Mary's and the people who make our community a great place to visit.
From the Cruiser July 2026
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Notice of Appeal Period for Rezoning a Portion of PID 37503547
Municipality of the District of St. Mary's
TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Municipality of the District of St. Mary's, at its meeting held on July 30, 2026, adopted an amendment to the Municipality's Land Use By-law by rezoning an 18 acre portion of the property of PID 37503547, located in Sherbrooke, Guysborough County, from the Rural Resource (RR) Zone to the General Commercial (GC) Zone for Retail, Offices and Professional Services, and Construction Supply Yards, etc.
AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE that, pursuant to Sections 247 and 249 of the Municipal Government Act, an appeal of this decision may be made within fourteen (14) days after the publication of this Notice. Appeals may be submitted in writing at the municipal office, or by email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . The appeal period expires on August 13, 2026.
DATED at Sherbrooke, Nova Scotia, this 30th day of July, 2026.
Municipality of the District of St. Mary's
8296 Highway 7, P.O. Box 296
Sherbrooke, NS B0J 3C0
Telephone: (902) 522-2049
pdf Staff Report: Rezoning Request for a Portion of PID 37503547(331 KB)
Special Council July 30, 2026
- Call to Order
- Roll Call
- Additions to the Agenda
- Approval of the Agenda
- Other Matters of Business
- Staff Report – Request for Rezoning – Portion of PID 37503547
Adjournment
Public Hearing - PID 37503547
- Call to Order
- Roll Call
- Approval of the Agenda
- Staff Presentation
- In Person Comments
- Written Submissions
Adjournment