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Non-Potable Water Deliver Program (2025)

Published: September 8, 2025

The Municipality of Argyle is offering chlorinated, free non-potable water delivery to residents experiencing water shortages, through the Department of Operational Services.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

  • Water will be delivered into water storage containers only, not directly into wells.
  • This water is not safe for drinking. It is intended for:
    • Flushing toilets
    • Dishwashing or basic cleaning (with soap)
    • Cooking or sterilized cleaning if boiled first

PROCESS:

  • Residents must pre-register their request and confirm availability to receive a delivery.
  • Deliveries will be scheduled Monday–Friday, based on staff availability.
  • Water will be delivered directly into a storage container as the schedule permits.

TO REGISTER:

Call the Municipal Office at (902) 648-3293 to book your delivery.

Drinking Water Coupon Program (2025)

Published: September 8, 2025

The Municipality of Argyle is providing drinking water coupons to residents experiencing dry wells.

PROGRAM DETAILS

Coupons may be exchanged for drinking and cooking water at the following retail locations:

  • Sobeys Yarmouth
  • Paul d’Entremont Marine, Pubnico
  • La Shoppe a Carl, Wedgeport
  • Carl’s Store, Tusket
  • Orange Store, Tusket
  • Carleton Country Outfitters, Kemptville

Each household is eligible for 4L of bottled water per person per day, up to a maximum of four (4) jugs of 4L per household per day.
Coupons are valid until November 30, 2025.

PROCESS:

You can register for your coupons by calling the municipal office at (902) 648-2316 or register online at: https://forms.office.com/r/z4JbYmdhZr.

PLEASE NOTE: COUPONS CAN ONLY BE PICKED UP BEGINNING MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 8.

📍 5 J.E. Hatfield Court, Tusket
🕗 Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Media Release: Argyle Council Approves Independent Review on Allegations of Conflict of Interest

Published: September 4, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 4, 2025

Argyle Council Approves Independent Review on Allegations of Conflict of Interest.

Municipal Council received allegations of breaches of conduct under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act. Councillors, existing and former employees were named in these allegations. The allegations were submitted by residents of Argyle, who expressed opposition to the process of the Aquaculture Development Area, or ADA.

Council believes in the importance of maintaining trust, honesty and integrity within its entire electorate. Deputy Warden Ted Saulnier says, “We believe an independent review of these allegations is the right approach, because our integrity is being questioned. All residents deserve a proper assessment and answer”. An independent lawyer will undertake this review and bring their conclusions to light.

The process shall be led by an independent lawyer and will investigate all allegations of current council and staff. Former staff and former council members are not subject to any investigation under Section 12 of the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act.
Municipal representatives named in these allegations have not participated in the decision-making process.

Council is committed to the findings of the investigation and will not provide further comment until its conclusion.

The ADA is a provincial project that identified and pre-assessed 52 sites in Lobster Bay for the development of oyster or marine plant aquaculture. The 6-year process involved the municipality, and they co-led consultation with key stakeholders, including industry, environmental groups and fishermen. The ADA objective was to shorten the application time for these sites and encourage local entrepreneurs to the industry.

Media Contacts:
Deputy Warden Ted Saulnier
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Kyle Boudreau, Director of Operational Services
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For more information on the Aquaculture Development Area project, please contact the Province of Nova Scotia.

Proposed By-Law #43: Outdoor Illumination and Light Pollution

Published: July 11, 2025

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT at its Executive Council Meeting of June 26, 2025, Council approved first reading of "By-Law #43 Outdoor Illumination and Light Pollution".

A copy of the proposed by-law is available by clicking here.

 

Thanks to thoughtful and legitimate feedback from our residents, we’re making changes to the draft Outdoor Lighting and Light Pollution By-Law — and opening the door to even more conversations before the final reading.

Council is committed to protecting our night sky, but we know there’s more than one way to get there. We want to hear from you — residents, business owners, and community members — to find the right path forward for Argyle.

There is no enforcement until 2027. This by-law is about long-term change, not overnight penalties.

The current draft encourages:
✅ Aiming outdoor lights downward
✅ Using warm-coloured bulbs
✅ Avoiding bright white or blue LEDs
✅ Turning lights off when not needed

Stay tuned — we’ll be giving opportunities to share your ideas and help shape the final version.