Town of Pictou, Birthplace of New Scotland

Town of Pictou
40 Water Street, P.O. Box 640, Pictou, NS, B0K 1H0
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Community Profile

Population: 3,186 (2016 census)

Founded: 1767 
Incorporated: 1873

Area: 7.94 sq. km

Time Zone: Atlantic

Industry: Light Manufacturing, Tourism, Agriculture, Fisheries, Shipping

Centrally located on the Northumberland Shore, is an ideal location to start a small or medium size business, raise a family and enjoy a quality of life second to none.

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