News

  • Arena News

    A request for Proposals to provide Canteen Service at the Barrington Municipal Arean was issued in June, 2015.  No proposals have been received. As a result, the Municipality of Barrington will once again be operating the canteen at the Arena for the coming season. 

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  • Proposed Changes to the Liquor Control Act

    Proposed Changes to the Liquor Control Act

    Municipality of The District of BarringtonP.O. Box 100Barrington, N.S.B0W 1E0 COMMENTS ON PROPOSED CHANGES TOLIQUOR CONTROL ACT REQUIRED A request from the Alcohol, Gaming, Fuel and Tobacco Division of Service Nova Scotia is considering two changes to the Liquor Control Act. These changes will impact the Municipality of Barrington, and they are requesting feedback and comments in regards to these…

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  • Municipality of Barrington Launches New Website

    NEWS RELEASE Municipality of The District of BarringtonP.O. Box 100Barrington, N.S.B0W 1E0 FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT: Warden Eddie NickersonTelephone: 902-635-1682 cell FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THE MUNICIPALITY OF BARRINGTONLAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE Barrington, N.S., Thursday, July 09, 2015 – The Municipality of Barrington has launched its re-designed website – barringtonmunicipality.com. Featuring a completely new layout and design, the website was developed based…

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  • Barrington Municipal Summer Newsletter

    The Municipality of Barrington’s Summer Newletter is now available to download. Click here to view.  Our newletter will no longer be sent by Canada Post unless requested. The newletter may be viewed on our website or you may subscribe by calling 902-637-2015 or email – munbar@eastlink.ca . Newsletters are prepared twice a year. 

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  • Recreation Department Summer Guide

    The summer months are a very busy time for the Barrington Municipal Recreation Department. We offer many different programs for children and adults alike. Please contact the Barrington Recreation Department for more information on our programs or to register. 902-637-2903  Download our Full Summer Program Guide.

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  • Municipality of Barrington Sets Tax Rates For 2014/2015

    At their 135th Annual General Meeting held Monday, June 23, 2014, Barrington Municipal Council approved the budget for the 2014/2015 fiscal year. For more information download Municipality of Barrington Sets Tax Rates For 2014/2015.

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  • Barrington Municipal Tourism & Community Development Officer

    Warden Eddie Nickerson is pleased to announce that effective June 02, 2014, Ms Suzy Atwood has been appointed its Tourism and Community Development Officer. For more information download Barrington Municipal Tourism & Community Development Officer press release.

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  • News Release – Council requests meeting with Premier

    After meeting with the Department of Community Services Representatives, Council is not satisfied with elimination of 5 position that will directly affect the service provided to vulnerable children in Shelburne County.  As a result Council has requested a meeting with the Premier and the Minister at their convenience to request continuance of these services in the Shelburne District Office of…

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  • A great way to get outside and enjoy all this snow!

    Did you know, the Barrington Municipal Recreation Department has snowshoes they loan out? A great way to spend a day/weekend exploring our trails and forests with the whole family! Call or visit the Recreation Department at 902-637-2903 to book/sign out a pair. (Assortment of size available.)

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  • Proposed Amendments To Land Use By-law

    Public Participation Meeting: Group Commercial Zone In accordance with Section 205(4) of the Municipal Government Act and the Public Participation Program Policy of the Municipality of the District of Barrington, the Planning Advisory Committee will hold a Public Participation Meeting to discuss and receive oral and written presentations from the public concerning proposed amendments to the Land Use By-law. It is proposed…

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