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Employment Opportunity - Spare Crossing Guard
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- Published: Friday, 04 September 2026 10:53
The Town of Trenton is seeking a reliable person to work as a Spare Crossing Guard.
The successful candidate will fill in for the regular crossing guards and have the availability to accept on-call shifts. There are two shifts (morning and afternoon) each day, Monday to Friday. This casual position will fill in on an as-needed on-call basis, at times on short notice.
EMAIL:
MAIL TO:
Town of Trenton
Attn: Darryl Marcott, Public Works Superintendent
P.O. Box 328, 120 Main Street
Trenton, NS, B0K 1X0
FAX: (902) 752-0090
The deadline for receipt of applications is Friday, September 18, 2026 at 4:00pm.
The Town of Trenton is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
2026-27 Municipal Budget Public Open Houses
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- Published: Thursday, 03 September 2026 10:33
2026-27 Municipal Budget Public Open Houses
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Trenton Rink Annex (75 Park Rd)
12:00pm to 2:00pm
& 6:00pm to 8:00pm
The Town of Trenton has scheduled two Public Open Houses regarding the 2026-27 Municipal Budget to take place on September 16, 2026.
The Town Council and CAO are inviting the public to attend these open houses to learn about the budget process, ask questions and provide your input.
Employment Opportunity - Rink 02 Operator (Part-time)
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- Published: Monday, 31 August 2026 14:51
The Town of Trenton is accepting applications for a Seasonal Part-time 02 Operator at the Trenton Minor Sports Community Centre in accordance with CUPE Local 281.
The successful candidate will perform a variety of functions associated with the operation of the rink, including but not limited to: capacity to operate and service the Zamboni, prepare the rink facility as required by rink users, receipt and record money received, allocate dressing room keys and clean and inspect after each usage along with regular facility cleaning and maintenance duties.
- pdf Job Advertisement - Rink 02 Operator (Seasonal/Part-time)(115 KB)
- pdf Job Description - Rink 02 Operator(383 KB)
Candidates are asked to submit a cover letter and resume in confidence to Craig Murray, Rink Manager to:
MAIL TO:
Town of Trenton
C/o: Rink Manager
P.O. Box 328, 120 Main Street,
Trenton, NS, B0K 1X0
FAX: (902) 752-0090
The deadline for receipt of applications is Friday. September 18, 2026.
The Town of Trenton is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Trenton Community School Site Finalized
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- Published: Tuesday, 30 June 2026 09:22
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
TRENTON COMMUNITY SCHOOL SITE FINALIZED
TRENTON, NS – June 30, 2026 – Following an extensive site assessment review, the new Trenton middle school will be built on Park Road, about 200 metres east of Trenton Park. The Town of Trenton and the Province of Nova Scotia agree that this is an ideal location for the school. Design and pre-construction work is already underway, and construction is scheduled to begin in the fall of 2026.
The new school will replace Trenton Elementary and Trenton Middle schools with a new pre-primary to Grade 8 school that will accommodate up to 300 students.
"Our priority is always to build the best learning environments for our students. This location offers an ideal foundation that backs on to natural park space that is perfect for children while ensuring safety and accessibility for families.”
— Pictou Centre MLA Danny MacGillivray, on behalf of the Honourable Brendan Maguire, NS Minister of Education
"We are thrilled that we were able to work with the Province to find a viable location for our new school. The location will not affect our park or trail system and provides a shovel-ready site for construction to begin soon that will ultimately deliver the best product for our children, which is what we all want.”
— Mayor Alec Dove, Town of Trenton
"As parents and community members, our top priority is ensuring that our new school meets the needs of children and their families. After reviewing the site's advantages with the Province, we are very pleased with the outcome. This location provides the best overall space for the new school and will serve our students, families and community well for many years to come.”
— Alison Elsworth-Cameron, Trenton School Advisory Committee Chair
Media Contact:
Gabryel Joseph
Chief Administrative Officer, Town of Trenton
2026 Property Assessment Notices
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- Published: Wednesday, 21 January 2026 12:41
2026 Property Assessment Notices have been mailed by Property Valuation Services Corporation (PVSC).
Did you know you can find more information about your 2026 property assessment online?
Log into My Property Report at www.pvsc.ca with the Assessment Account Number (AAN) and PIN on your 2026 Property Assessment Notice.
If you have questions about the Capped Assessment Program, here is a clear and simple overview of how it works: https://youtu.be/covSPC5mb_c.
Still have questions?
Assessors are available by phone at 1-800-380-7775 or email at
Trenton Water Utility Water Rate Increase
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- Published: Thursday, 06 April 2023 09:03
TOWN OF TRENTON PUBLIC NOTICE
Trenton Water Utility Water Rate Increases
The Town of Trenton, on behalf of its Water Utility, applied to the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board for approval to amend its Schedule of Rates and Charges for Water and Water Services and its Schedule of Rules and Regulations. After due public notice, a hearing was held on December 14, 2022. The Schedule of Rates and Charges, including the public fire protection charge were approved by the Board, for Water and Water Services supplied on and after April 1, 2023, April 1, 2024, and April 1, 2025, respectively.
The average water bill in Nova Scotia is currently between $135 and $145 per quarter. In Trenton, the average water bill is currently $64 per quarter which equates to only $21 per month. The last water rate increase in Trenton was effective April 1, 2011, with no increase in 12 years.
Proposed increases for an average home (with four residents) are:
- Effective April 1, 2023 – from $64.20 to $141.60 per quarter
(Average increase of $309.60/year, $77.40/quarter, $5.95/week, or 85 cents/day) - Effective April 1, 2024 – from $141.60 to $165.47 per quarter
(Average increase of $95.48/year, $23.87/quarter, $1.84/week, or 26 cents/day) - Effective April 1, 2025 – from $165.47 to $199.40 per quarter
(Average increase of $135.72/year, $33.93/quarter, $2.61/week, or 37 cents/day
A large part of the increase, specifically in years 2 and 3, is the result of replacing the aging reservoir and upgrading the water pressure booster station and treatment plant. These improvements are essential for the delivery of safe drinking water.
Approved increases are related to the changing provincial and federal environmental standards for drinking water, as well as the increases in costs for:
Welcome Home to Pictou County Guide
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- Published: Wednesday, 16 December 2020 14:45
The “Welcome Home to Pictou County Guide: A community guide to the place we call home” was created through a partnership between Healthy Pictou County, the Destination Eastern and Northumberland Shores Tourism Association (DEANS), the Pictou County Regional Enterprise Network (REN), and the Pictou County Chamber of Commerce. It was also designed and printed locally by Advocate Printing. Funding was received from the Province of Nova Scotia for a large portion of this project, and we are excited to have it completed.
This guide is a wonderful piece for people considering our area, those new to the area, and even those who grew up in Pictou County. Take a look, you might just find something new!
Stop by the local Pictou-Antigonish Regional Library branches to view a hard copy of the guide they will have on reference or visit the Healthy Pictou County website for more information and to view the electronic version (also available below). Any questions or details on ordering your own print run, please email Nicole LeBlanc.
Welcome Home to Pictou County Guide: a community guide to the place we call home