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Newsletter: Meet Your Council: A Historic Milestone for Argyle
- Published: June 12, 2025
On November 7, 2024, the Municipality of Argyle reached an exciting and historic milestone with the swearing-in of its 50th Council. At the heart of this moment was the appointment of Nicole Albright as Warden—the first woman in Argyle’s history to hold the position. Joined by Deputy Warden Ted Saulnier, this new Council brings a renewed commitment to progress, community connection, and inclusive leadership.
The newly elected and returning councillors represent every district of the municipality, each bringing unique experiences, voices, and priorities to the table. From infrastructure and public safety to recreation, economic growth, and health care, the Council is united in its goal to make Argyle a thriving, safe, and welcoming place for all.
We invite residents to read the full 2025 Council Newsletter to learn more about each councillor, their backgrounds, and their visions for the communities they serve.
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Download the 2025 Council Newsletter (PDF)(10.25 MB)
📬 Get in touch with your councillor – contact details are included in the newsletter.
Ongoing Commitment to Accessibility, Equity, and Inclusion
- Published: May 29, 2025
The Municipality of the District of Argyle remains committed to building a community where everyone feels welcome, respected, and able to participate fully in civic life.
Through our Accessibility Plan (2025–2028), we continue to take meaningful steps to identify and remove barriers in municipal programs, services, and spaces. This work ensures that individuals of all abilities have equitable access to the resources and opportunities our municipality offers.
Our Equity and Anti-Racism Strategy also reflects our recognition that historical and systemic discrimination continues to affect members of our community. This strategy guides our efforts to promote fairness, dignity, and respect through inclusive policies, education, and dialogue.
In support of these initiatives, we also provide an Interactive Accessibility Map—a digital tool designed to help residents and visitors locate accessible municipal infrastructure, including buildings, parking, transit stops, trails, and public washrooms.
These efforts reflect our ongoing responsibility to create a more inclusive and equitable Argyle for all.
To explore these resources, visit our Inclusion & Accessibility page.
Province of NS: Property Tax Rebate for Seniors
- Published: May 22, 2025
📢 Property Tax Rebate for Seniors – Now Accepting Applications
The Province of Nova Scotia is offering a Property Tax Rebate of up to $800 to help eligible seniors with the cost of municipal property taxes.
To qualify, applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
✔️ Your 2024 municipal residential property taxes are paid in full, and your name is on the property title
✔️ You lived at the property as your primary residence in 2024 (it cannot be a seasonal or occasional residence)
✔️ You receive or are eligible to receive the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) or the Allowance from Service Canada as of July 1, 2025
📅 Applications are open until December 31, 2025 and can be submitted online or by mail. There is no cost to apply.
🔗 Learn more and apply here:
https://beta.novascotia.ca/apply-property-tax-rebate-property-tax-rebate-seniors
📞 For assistance, contact Service Nova Scotia:
902-424-5200 or Toll-free: 1-800-670-4357
Please share this important information with seniors in our community.
Media Release: Municipality of Argyle Announces Modest Tax Rate Increase to Maintain Essential Services
- Published: May 21, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 16, 2025
Municipality of Argyle Announces Modest Tax Rate Increase to Maintain Essential Services
Tusket, NS – At the Council meeting held on May 15, 2025, the Municipality of Argyle approved a 2-cent increase to the residential and resource property tax rates as part of its 2025–2026 budget. This increase is necessary to respond to rising costs while maintaining essential services for residents. Commercial tax rates remain unchanged from the prior year.
Across Nova Scotia, municipalities are seeing major cost pressures. In Argyle, core service areas will experience the following year-over-year cost increases, notably:
- Policing Services: ↑ $153,000
- Waste Collection & Disposal: ↑ $272,000
- Education Contribution: ↑ $141,000
These three areas alone account for an increase of over $550,000, much of which is beyond municipal control and governed by provincial mandates or external contracts.
“This small tax increase allows us to keep pace with rising costs without sacrificing the quality of services our residents rely on,” said Warden Nicole Albright. “We’ve offset some of the burden by applying $330,000 in prior year surplus funds, and we continue to protect low-income households through expanded exemptions.”
The 2-cent rate increase is accompanied by stable or reduced sewer rates, and support for those with low incomes has been extended through the municipality’s tax exemption program.
Argyle also expects increased commercial revenues in the near future, thanks to a major wind turbine investment in Wedgeport/Little River, and revenues that will reduce the cost of waste collection. These new revenues will help stabilize tax rates in the coming years.
Key capital investments in 2025–2026 include:
- East Pubnico Water Tank Refurbishment
- Tusket Sewer Treatment Plant Expansion
- Hatfield Court Road and Sewer Extension
- Regional recreation facilities through the Mariner’s Centre expansion
These projects are made possible through $2.9 million in combined federal and provincial funding. With a total capital investment of $5.9 million, this marks the largest investment in our communities in the history of the municipality.
For more details on the 2025–2026 budget, please visit: www.munargyle.com
Contact:
Nicole Albright
Warden
Municipality of the District of Argyle
Phone: (902) 648-2311
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