Emergency Preparedness Week (May 4-10, 2025)
The Municipality of the District of St. Mary’s is participating in Emergency Preparedness Week (May 4-10) in collaboration with the Department of Emergency Management.
Nova Scotia Guard:
Nova Scotia Guard volunteers can help support emergency response efforts across the province. They’re ready to lend a hand when help is needed most. The Guard brings together people with all kinds of skills and connects them with those who need help before, during and after an emergency. They allow first responders to focus their efforts on the search, while the Guard members provide support, like food distribution, overnight protection of equipment and parking and directions assistance for first responders, in a very managed approach.
Emergency Preparedness Week (May 4-10, 2025)
The Municipality of the District of St. Mary’s is participating in Emergency Preparedness Week (May 4-10) in collaboration with the Department of Emergency Management.
Nova Scotia Guard:
Nova Scotia Guard volunteers can help support emergency response efforts across the province. They’re ready to lend a hand when help is needed most. The Guard brings together people with all kinds of skills and connects them with those who need help before, during and after an emergency. They allow first responders to focus their efforts on the search, while the Guard members provide support, like food distribution, overnight protection of equipment and parking and directions assistance for first responders, in a very managed approach.
Emergency Preparedness Week - May 4-10, 2025
The Municipality of the District of St. Mary’s is participating in Emergency Preparedness Week (May 4-10) in collaboration with the Department of Emergency Management.
It is important to know:
- Know the risks – Although the consequences of disasters can be similar, knowing the risks specific to our community and our region can help you better prepare
- Make a plan – It will help you and your family know what to do. Learn more here: https://novascotia.ca/emergency-education/docs/emergency-plan-checklist-en.pdf
- Prepare an emergency kit – During an emergency, we will all need some basic supplies. We may need to get by without power or tap water. Be prepared to be self-sufficient for at least 72 hours in an emergency. Here’s what you should include in your emergency kit: https://novascotia.ca/emergency-education/docs/emergency-kit-checklist-en.pdf
Special Council - May 7th, 2025
NOTICE
MEETING: Special Council Meeting
DATE: Wednesday, May 7th, 2025
TIME: 6:00pm (immediately following the COTW meeting)
PLACE: Council Chambers, 8296 Highway 7, Sherbrooke
- Call to Order
- Roll Call
- Approval of the Agenda
- Engineer Design Service Award
Adjournment
COTW Meeting - May 7th, 2025
NOTICE
MEETING: St Mary’s Municipal Council
Committee of the Whole
DATE: Wednesday, May 7th, 2025
TIME: 6:00 pm
PLACE: St. Mary’s Municipality
Council Chambers, Sherbrooke, NS
- Call to Order
- Roll Call
- Additions to the Agenda
- Approval of the Agenda
- Approval of Minutes: COTW held April 16th, 2025
- Business Arising from Minutes
- Correspondence:
- Department of Emergency Management – Fire Review
- Department of Municipal Affairs – Budget Changes
- Department of Municipal Affairs – Fire Records Management System
- Department of Municipal Affairs – Reprofiling Beautification and Streetscaping Program and the Community Works Program
- Department of Health & Wellness – Funding Notice
- Presentation: RCMP, Natasha Farrell District Commander
- In-Camera: Contract Negotiations
- Other Matters of Business
- Summer Day Camp Fee Subsidy Pilot Program
- Ammonia Detection System
- Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Program Acceptance
- Construction and Demolition Update (C&D)
- Public Works Garage Electrical Upgrade
Adjournment
May 1, 2025 - First Responders Day
First Responders Day
May 1st is the day set aside by Nova Scotia Legislature to recognize and acknowledge all First Responders for their selfless contributions to our communities.
In 2024, the Municipality of the District of St. Mary’s held the first celebration and awards event for all of our firefighters, paramedics, and police who serve us 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Over 130 men and women were recognized for their contributions to the health and safety of each and every one of us, whether we live here or are just passing through.
This day, let us all take time to thank the many folks who serve. No matter if they are paid or volunteers, these are the heroes who run into danger when many run out and all deserve our respect and gratitude every day.
The Municipality will again be hosting a recognition event this year, considering the end of both fishing and construction seasons so even more of our first responders can attend.
Again, thank you.