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The Municipality is committed to creating an inclusive community where everyone—regardless of age or ability—can participate fully in community life. In 2022, we adopted our first Accessibility Plan, guided by Nova Scotia’s Accessibility Act. Since then, we have taken important steps such as: Making sidewalks, boardwalks, and trails more accessible. Renovating the Administrative Centre with accessible entrances, counters, and washrooms.…

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Special Clean-Up Week – September 22–26  The Municipality of Barrington will be holding its Special Clean-Up the week of September 22–26.

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June 17, 2025 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Municipal Pool Set to Reopen for Summer Season BARRINGTON, NS – The Municipality is happy to announce that liability insurance coverage for the municipal pool has been reinstated, following the completion of temporary repairs and the approval of a longer-term repair plan. This important development allows the Municipality to move forward with plans to…

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Bay Side Home is currently searching for three empathetic, innovative, and community-minded individuals to join its Board of Directors effective immediately. Bay Side Home’s volunteer Board of Directors offer invaluable support and guidance to the Administrator and leadership of the organization to ensure it remains a vital part of the community and delivers exceptional care to our most vulnerable citizens.…

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The Municipality is looking for community members to fill vacancies on our Accessibility Committee. This Committee plays a crucial role in advising the municipality on ways to remove barriers and ensure that our community is accessible and inclusive for all residents. We are looking for members with lived experience of disabilities or a strong interest in advocating for accessibility. Members…

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Best Summer Job Ever? Found It! Looking for a fun and rewarding summer job? The Municipality of Barrington is hiring for our summer season! Recreation, tourism, and public works positions are now open. Spend your summer meeting new people, promoting and working in our amazing community, and gaining valuable experience—all while getting paid! Apply now! Positions are limited.Click here for…

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February 25, 2025 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Municipal pool to remain closed for the summer due to structural concerns BARRINGTON, NS, – Due to structural issues discovered in a recent assessment, the Municipality has made the difficult decision to keep the municipal pool closed this summer. The assessment revealed significant concerns, including water loss and structural compromise. As a result, the…

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Police Advisory Board Vacancies The Municipality is accepting expressions of interest from individuals from the Municipality wishing to serve on the Joint Police Advisory Committee. The Board provides advice to the councils of the Municipality and the Town of Clark’s Harbour on law enforcement, public safety, and crime prevention. While it does not handle complaints or internal RCMP matters, it…

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Active Living Coordinator – Full-Time Permanent The Municipality of Barrington is now accepting applications for an experienced, enthusiastic, and creative person to file the role of Active Living Coordinator. The Active Living Coordinator is responsible for the coordination and implementation of the Physical Activity Strategy and for the overall promotion, operation, and development of physical activity programs and…

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Tips for a safe Halloween October 31, 2024, Barrington, Nova Scotia as Barrington and Shelburne RCMP Detachment are reminding all those who plan on trick-or-treating on Thursday night to be extra cautious. For everyone’s safety, it is important to keep these tips in mind:

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