Departments

Fire Inspection

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Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2020 16:50

Fire Inspectors, which municipalities are required to have according to the Fire Safety Act of Nova Scotia, carry out inspections on the following:

• Assembly occupancies - churches, community halls, licensed establishments, restaurants, theatres, arenas, gyms, museums, etc.
• Residential occupancies containing 4 or more dwelling units - apartments, motels, etc.
• Business and personal service occupancies - offices, banks, and service shops
• Mercantile occupancies - stores, markets, and retail outlets
• Industrial occupancies - workshops, factories, warehouses, repair garages, gas stations, etc.

The Fire Inspector ensures that these occupancies are complying with the National Fire Code of Canada and provides information on fire safety and fire emergency planning. If you need an inspection, please contact the Deputy Clerk to make arrangements to speak with the Fire Inspector at 902-934-1061.

Property Assessment Information

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Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2020 16:50

Property Valuation Services Corporation

Please access the links below to obtain more information on the following topics:

• Who is the PVSC?
• What is property assessment?
• What is market value?
• What is the CAP program?
• Can I appeal my assessment?

Recreation and Parks

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Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2020 16:49

The Town of Pictou is a Registered HIGH FIVE® Organization

Pictou Recreation and Parks is responsible for the operational management of the Pictou Fisheries Training Pool, Broidy Park, as well as two other Town owned parks, the Jitney Trail and four-sport fields including supporting facilities. Pictou Recreation and Parks also coordinates recreational programs, such as swimming lessons, water safety, summer day camps, and youth activity programs. Throughout the year, Pictou Recreation and Parks organize special interest programs such as photography, art, fitness classes and walking programs.

Department activities also include communications for the Town of Pictou. Managing the website and social media and coordinating community events such as Canada Day, Natal Day, Christmas Light-up, Volunteer Banquet, the Summer Musical Showcase, and assisting with occasional special events. As well, cruise development at the Port of Pictou falls under the umbrella of the Pictou Recreation and Parks staff and the Public Works department. 

The Pictou Recreation and Parks mission is to achieve acceptable results in the following areas by providing advice, assistance, utilizing community assets and partnerships, and by providing direct programs, services and facilities.

Result areas are:

• Finances
• Economy
• Public Participation
• Quality of Facilities
• Organizational Effectiveness
• Equity of Access
• Health
• Community Capacity
• Community Pride and Safety

Other Resources

• Aquatics
• Recreation Programs
• Trails, Parks, Facilities
• Fields & Rentals
• Marina
• Equipment Loan Program & Self Directed Recreation Ideas

General Contact:

Sally O'Neill
Manager of Recreation Services
40 Water Street, P.O. Box 640 Pictou, NS, B0K 1H0

Ph: 902-485-4372
Fax: 902-485-8110
Toll-Free: 1-877-574-2868
Email: info@townofpictou.ca

Leadership and Training

Several Nova Scotia organizations offer leadership training and coaching courses.

Funding and Financial Support

For community groups, locating funds in order to enhance programs or subsidize the costs of participation to the users is sometimes a challenge. There are a variety of organizations that offer funding and financial support for recreation activities and sports programs.

Active Pictou County

The purpose of this cooperative partnership amongst four municipalities in Pictou County, is to educate and motivate all citizens to increase their daily physical activity in an effort to create a happier, healthier and active community. The brand, Active Pictou County was created as the driving force for this purpose. Looking to get more active or incorporate physical activity into your daily routine? Visit Active Pictou County on Facebook for ideas.

Storage Lockers for Canoes, Kayaks and Paddle Boards

There are storage lockers located on the Pictou Waterfront at the Marina. If you are looking for convenient storage for your small, recreational watercraft near a launch ramp; please call Pictou Recreation and Parks at 902-485-4372. Individual units available, annual and/or monthly fees required.

Trails, Parks, Facilities

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There are many parks, playgrounds, sports fields and recreation facilities for residents and visitors to enjoy in the Town of Pictou.

• Hector Arena
• Parks & Playgrounds
• Trails
• Sports Fields
• Community Use of Schools
• Pictou Tennis Courts
• Caledonian Curling Club

Hector Arena

The Hector Arena is operated and managed by the Hector Arena Commission. Founded in 1972, the Hector Arena is an indoor rink, seasonally operated. Programs offered include adult and youth ice hockey, pick-up hockey, public skating, lessons and skating parties. A canteen and skate sharpening services are available onsite.

Helmets are mandatory for everyone.

Walking at the Rink

The cooler weather is upon us, continue your walking routine at the Hector Arena inside Monday to Friday. Why not drop by with a friend.
Donations accepted.  Any changes to this shedule due to hockey tournaments or school events will be posted on the bulletin board and on our facebook site.

• Walking Schedule at the Hector Arena
• Daily Monday to Friday: 8:00 am-11:30 am & 1:00 pm-4:00 pm

Skating Parties

Have the COOLEST party ever. The Hector Arena is a great place to hold your child's birthday party. Parties coincide with Friday's public skating time (3:00 to 4:50 pm) and must be pre-booked by arena staff. Groups receive a private room to put on skates and hold their party.

2025 PICTOU Skating Schedule Available October
Please note:  Helmets are mandatory for everyone!

Note

Skating schedules are subject to change without notice due to special events or tournaments. Please call ahead to confirm or check out their Facebook page.

Contact

38 Naylor Drive
P.O. Box 551
Pictou, NS B0K 1H0
Ph: 485-5122

Trails

Jitney Trail - A registered Trans Canada Trail

Take a walk along the Jitney Walking Trail following the Pictou Waterfront. Walkers and cyclists can enjoy a three-kilometre trail to the site where the ship Hector made its historic landing in 1773. Park benches are available, allowing you to take in the panoramic views. Along the way, you can learn about Pictou through interpretive panels and views of the site of the Hector settlers' landing. The Jitney Trail connects directly to the Trans Canada Trail System for more avid hikers.

Blue Route

The Blue Route provincial cycling network will connect Nova Scotia’s communities through designated cycling routes on secondary highways with paved shoulders, low traffic volume roads, hard-surfaced trails, and city streets with bicycle infrastructure. Once completed, the Blue Route will comprise a 3000km network of signed bicycle routes, connecting riders with communities across the province.

The first section of the Blue Route was launched and opened in August 2015 beginning on Pictou’s Waterfront. This included the installation of Blue Route signs on a segment of the provincial road network and on a short segment of the Jitney Trail - which is managed by the Town of Pictou. This segment of the entire planned route is 56 km in length, inclusive of 53km on Provincial Roadways and 3km on the Jitney Trail. The opening of the first section of the Blue Route was a historical event celebrated on our very own Jitney Trail.

Sports Fields

• Ricky Sutherland Memorial Ball Field - Front Street
• John Chisholm Memorial Ball & Soccer Field - Patterson/Louise Street
• Pictou Academy Soccer and Baseball Field - Wellington Street

Community Use of Schools

School facilities are valuable community assets and are available to the community for educational, cultural and recreational purposes. Space at the schools in the Town of Pictou is scheduled for these purposes through Pictou Recreation and Parks. If you or your group is interested in booking a time and space please contact 485-4372.

Caledonian Curling Club

The New Caledonian Curling Club was formed in 1852 (boasting the third oldest in Canada). The Club has three sheets of ice, clubroom/bar, kitchen and locker-rooms. Brooms and sliders are available for curler usage. A perfect way to pass a Nova Scotian winter. Curling programs offered include:

• Curling Club
• Men's
• Ladies
• Industrial
• Mixed (most recommended)
• Junior
• Instructional

For more details visit Pictou Curling Club

Contact

New Caledonian Curling Club
66 Caladh Ave
P.O. Box 681
Pictou, N.S. B0K 1H0
Ph: 485-5075