Heritage Advisory Committee wants your help on a new street name
Bridgewater’s Heritage Advisory Committee is seeking suggestions from the residents of Bridgewater for a new name for Cornwallis Street.
In June, Bridgewater Town Council voted to rename Cornwallis Street so that the street name is not assumed to be commemorative of an individual associated with the colonial actions of the British government against the Mi’kmaq people or other Indigenous peoples.
Our community’s Street Naming and Renaming Policy will guide the selection of the new name for Cornwallis Street. This recently revised policy prohibits the future use of any names that are commemorative of an individual or group of individuals for the naming of a street, so we kindly ask that at this time that no names of individuals or groups of individuals are suggested.
To participate in the survey, please click here: https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/b01f206a2f8945c882e3917551c5040d. The survey will remain open until January 7, 2022.
After the survey closes the Heritage Advisory Committee and Community Development Department staff members will evaluate the names based on historical significance, cultural significance, and originality.
Based on these criteria the Heritage Advisory Committee will determine one name and two alternatives to recommend to Town Council for the replacement of Cornwallis.
Per the policy, Council will have the final say on the selection of the replacement name.
If you have any questions about this survey or would like to know more about the renaming process please contact the Town of Bridgewater’s Development Officer at (902) 541-4369 or by e-mail at
Pre-Olympic Para Hockey events next week at the LCLC
DETAILS ON PRE-OLYMPIC PARA HOCKEY NEXT WEEK AT THE LCLC
The Canadian Men's Para Hockey team has a full slate of exciting pre-Olympic action in store for Bridgewater and all of Lunenburg County to enjoy at the LCLC next week!
Starting on Sunday, November 14, 2021, Team Canada and Team South Korea will face off at 3 p.m. They'll meet again on Thursday, November 18, at 1:30 p.m. in another exciting afternoon special. Then, in prime time, Game 3 of the miniseries will take place on Friday, November 19, beginning at 6 p.m.
Admission for the Sunday and Thursday games is by donation at the door -- just give what you can, with proceeds going to support para hockey initiatives. For Friday's game, tickets can be purchased at the door for $7 each.
Remembrance Day 2021 Notices
SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE -- NOVEMBER 11
The annual Remembrance Day service will take place at the Cenotaph at Brookside Cemetery on Thursday, November 11, 2021, beginning shortly before 11 a.m. local time.
This year's event will be slightly modified – there will be no procession to the Cenotaph, however the Bridgewater Fire Department Band will be on site and part of the ceremony. Wreaths will be laid as part of the ceremony as well.
Please note and respect that while proof of vaccination is not required to attend this event, the organizers are encouraging attendees to wear a mask to provide an extra barrier of protection and to maintain physical distance where possible.
For those who wish to watch from home, the Service of Remembrance will be livestreamed on the Town of Bridgewater's Facebook page.
WASTE COLLECTION
There will be no waste collection in Bridgewater on November 11. Those whose garbage is usually collected on Thursday can, instead, put items out for pick up on Saturday, November 13.
TRANSIT
There will be no regular transit service on November 11.
Notices of water disruption -- King, Birch, Brook & Smith
NOTICES OF WATER DISRUPTION
>>> KING, BIRCH, BROOK & SMITH (WEEK OF NOVEMBER 8, 2021)
THE PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION OF BRIDGEWATER will shut off the water for approximately four (4) hours for fire hydrant replacement in the area of:
KING ST., from Old Bridge St. to 673 King St., on Monday, November 8, between 7:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
THE PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION OF BRIDGEWATER may shut off the water for approximately four (4) hours for thrust block removal in the area of:
BIRCH DR., from Smith Ave. to Dublin Ave./Linden Ave. on Tuesday, November 9, between 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
THE PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION OF BRIDGEWATER may shut off the water for approximately four (4) hours for thrust block removal in the area of:
BROOK STREET (from Pine to Jubilee) AND SMITH AVENUE (from 53 Smith to Brook) on Tuesday, November 9, between 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
After work is complete and water pressure resumes to normal, we ask customers to flush water taps for 5 to 10 minutes should they experience any air or discoloured water. We regret any inconvenience this may cause our customers.
Upcoming Pump Station project at Shipyards Landing
PUMP STATION #11 REPLACEMENT AND KING STREET SEWER UPGRADE
Work area >>> Between 210 King St. and Jubilee Rd.
Construction Overview
The Town of Bridgewater is beginning the reconstruction of Pump Station #11, located at Shipyards Landing (210 King St.). This work will primarily take place between the existing boat launch and 144 King St. The project will upgrade the existing Pump Station and include a new underground chamber, a new building, and the pump station site will be raised approximately 2m from its current elevation to prevent flood risks. The work may temporarily impact access to Shipyards Landing and is tentatively scheduled to begin during the week of November 1, 2021.
In addition the Town of Bridgewater will be reconstructing the sanitary sewer main along King St. between 210 King St. and Jubilee Road. The work is tentatively scheduled to begin in spring 2022. The purpose of the work is to replace aging infrastructure and connect it into the new pump station #11 infrastructure located at 210 King St.
The work will include street closures and restricted driveway access in the areas of construction. Every effort will be made to minimize the disruption to residents in order to complete the works.
What to Expect
Dust, noise, and heavy equipment are common elements of construction. We are committed to providing a work site that is safe and orderly. Temporary disruptions to services should be minimal and we will work with adjacent property owners to minimize any inconvenience.
For properties that require landscape reinstatement as a result of construction impact, the Town will reinstate all areas with topsoil and seed and will water the area upon installation only. All other watering and general maintenance of new landscaped area will be the responsibility of the property owner.
Work Hours
Typical Working Hours are Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m. It should be anticipated that the contractor might choose to work longer hours and weekends to complete the work.
Special Needs
Individuals with special needs who may be uniquely impacted by this project should contact the Environmental Services Manager as soon as possible to make them aware of your situation. We will work with you in attempt to minimize your inconvenience as much as possible.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss this further, please feel free to contact one of the persons listed below.
Town of Bridgewater
Office Phone: (902) 541-4370 Office Fax: (902) 543-0421
Audrey Buchanan, P. Eng. -- Environmental Services Manager
Regularly scheduled Solid Waste Collection will continue. Residents are reminded to have items to the curb prior to 8:00 a.m. Collection calendars are available from the Engineering Department and on the Town’s website: www.bridgewater.ca
The Town of Bridgewater and the Public Service Commission of Bridgewater regrets any inconvenience caused to residents and businesses.
Christmas on the LaHave -- Update
CHRISTMAS ON THE LAHAVE 2021 UPDATE
A message from Bridgewater’s Christmas on the LaHave Committee: >>>
It is with heavy hearts and after a great deal of thought and many conversations that we announce today that we will not be hosting our parade again in 2021.
Our volunteer committee has been excitedly planning for the return of the annual Christmas on the LaHave parade and fireworks for several months now in the hope that we could safely and confidently proceed. COVID-19, however, is still very much a reality here in Nova Scotia and throughout the world and, as such, we need to think carefully about the health and safety of our whole community.
As each of you know, our parade and fireworks traditionally attract between 7,000 and 10,000 people into Bridgewater’s downtown core. Having that many people standing shoulder to shoulder in a small area is a risk that we are not comfortable with carrying right now – especially knowing that so many children attend the parade and that COVID-19 vaccines have not yet been made available to children under the age of 12. We are also mindful of our senior community who remain particularly susceptible to COVID-19.
We know that this news is disappointing, and we ask you to understand that we are disappointed too. This was not a decision that we came to lightly.
We appreciate the continued support of the Town of Bridgewater, Bridgewater Police Service, and Bridgewater Fire Department, as well the support we have received from the local business community including the Bridgewater and Area Chamber of Commerce.
To that end, we are excited to announce that while there will be no parade and fireworks this November, we are working on lots of other initiatives that our community will be able to enjoy as individuals, as families, or with small groups of friends this holiday season.
In the coming weeks we’ll be announcing details on home and business decorating contests, scavenger hunts, lighting installations, the arrival of our Town’s Christmas tree and iconic Tire Snowmen, and much more. Stay tuned for more information on all that will be happening!
Autumn pavement renewal projects start next week
The Town of Bridgewater’s autumn pavement renewal projects are scheduled to begin on Tuesday, October 12.
Work will include both planing off the old street surfaces and putting down new pavement. Generally, planing is done by the contractor at all work locations throughout Bridgewater, followed by paving at all locations.
The autumn work schedule includes:
- Dublin Avenue (Duke to Regent)
- Olympiad Avenue (Smith to Cresthaven)
- Dufferin Street (King to Pleasant)
- LaHave Street (North to Silvers Hill)
- King Street (South to Town Line)
- Alexandra Avenue (George to Cornwallis)
- Wentzell Drive (North Park to Cook)
The duration of the project is expected to be about two weeks total, depending on weather. Each street will take anywhere from a few hours to a few days to complete.
The work will include traffic being controlled with Traffic Control Personnel. As such, motorists should anticipate delays when travelling through work areas. Every effort will be made to minimize the disruption to residents and businesses and to complete the work in a timely fashion.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Traffic delays, dust, noise and heavy equipment are common elements of planing and paving. We are committed to providing a work site that is safe and orderly.
Working hours are generally 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. It should be anticipated that the contractor might choose to work longer hours and weekends to complete the work, on schedule.
SPECIAL NEEDS
Individuals with special needs who may be uniquely impacted by this project should contact the Project Manager as soon as possible to make them aware of your situation. We will work with you to minimize your inconvenience as much as possible.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss this further, please feel free to contact the following:
Project Manager Sandi Larkin
Town of Bridgewater - Engineering Department
Office Phone: (902) 541-4370
E-Mail:
Regularly scheduled waste collection will continue. Residents are reminded to have items to the curb prior to 8:00 a.m. Collection calendars are available from the Engineering Department and on the Town's website, www.bridgewater.ca.
The Town of Bridgewater regrets any inconvenience caused to residents and businesses, during this work.
WASTE COLLECTION ON NATIONAL DAY FOR TRUTH & RECONCILIATION
WASTE COLLECTION ON NATIONAL DAY FOR TRUTH & RECONCILIATION
For those in the Town of Bridgewater whose waste collection typically takes place on Thursdays, please note that waste collection will take place as usual on Thursday, September 30, 2021.
National Day For Truth and Reconciliation
>>> Town Hall and Bridgewater Transit notices
Town Hall and Town of Bridgewater public offices will be closed in observance of the first National Day For Truth and Reconciliation on Thursday, September 30, 2021.
Bridgewater Transit will run reduced hours from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Bridgewater residents may wish to consider taking the bus to the ceremony of remembrance scheduled for 11 a.m. at Pijinuiskaq Park in Downtown Bridgewater.
Upcoming Seniors' Safety Academy
A free six-week classroom-based program focusing on safety topics that are important to older adults will be taking place beginning on Tuesday, September 28, in Bridgewater.
The Flourish Centre, in partnership with the Lunenburg County Seniors' Safety Program, are pleased to present this program geared for residents who are 55 and older.
Topics will include: legal matters, medication safety, fall prevention, scams and fraud, Life Account, elder abuse, Caregivers NS, Efficiency NS, technology, emergency preparedness, nutrition, and more.
The deadline to register is September 17. To reserve your place or for more information please contact:
>> Chris Andrews at Flourish Centre at 902-527-7697; or
>> Chris Acomb/Carole Hipwell of the Lunenburg County Seniors' Safety Program at 902-543-3567
Classroom sessions will be hosted at the Flourish Centre location at 678 LaHave Street.
Skate of the Art -- 2021 LIVE Auction
SKATE OF THE ART 2021
As a result of the INCREDIBLE interest in Skate of the Art 2021, and to take full advantage of the anticipation and to ensure they do it up right, the organizing team behind this year's Skate of the Art auction have announced that they are pushing the event out by two weeks to Saturday, August 28, at 2 p.m. at the Lunenburg County Lifestyle Centre (LCLC) and online!
The additional time will give even greater exposure to the remarkable works from participating artists, who have been so generous with their time and skill. As before, all bidding will be online, but bidders are welcome to attend the event in in the LCLC Galleria in person to check out the artwork — and bid online from there!
THE BOARDS
You can see the artwork online RIGHT NOW by visiting https://www.32auctions.com/skateoftheart.
SIGNING UP TO BID
Remember -- while we're having our event at the LCLC, the ONLY way to bid on these unique pieces of art is online! In order to get in on the online auction and the bidding that will ensue, you have to sign up for an account with the online auction house! So, don't wait until Saturday to get your name in the system -- sign up NOW by visiting https://www.32auctions.com/users/new to make sure you're positioned to get into the bidding on the board you want the most!
O'Regan's Subaru Outdoor Pool set to open on Canada Day
Get ready to feel refreshed – the O’Regan’s Subaru Outdoor pool is scheduled to open for the season on July 1! And the best part? The first swim of the season will be FREE as part of the Town of Bridgewater’s Canada Day on the LaHave celebrations this year!
We are also excited to offer daily open/public swims seven days of the week during the 2021 season. Pool memberships can be purchased in advance by calling the Community Development Department at 902-543-2274. Cash will be accepted on-site at the pool, but no debit or credit cards.
SWIMMING SAFELY
The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in some changes to swim times and how we enter, exit, and move about the pool facility.
There will be no access through the facility – swimmers will access the pool through the side gate and should come dressed to swim. Swimmers should also limit the number of personal items as safe storage will not be provided. Masks will be required on the pool deck and/or when not in the swimming pool and physical distancing should be maintained.
SWIM TIMES
Canada Day: 12:00 – 3:00pm
Monday – Friday: 12:00 – 2:30 p.m. and 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
Saturday/Sunday: 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Private Rentals: 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Public Swim fees:
Family |
Adult |
Youth |
Age 60+ |
|
Season |
$130 |
$70 |
$60 |
$60 |
Monthly |
$75 |
$40 |
$30 |
$35 |
Daily |
$10 (Max 5) |
$4 |
$3 |
$3 |
ALL-ACCESS POOL PRIVILEGES!
Beat the heat in Bridgewater by using one single membership for two pools!
It’s back again – an agreement between O’Regan’s Subaru Outdoor Pool and the Lunenburg County Lifestyle Centre (LCLC) will mean that folks of all ages in Bridgewater and the surrounding area can enjoy two public swimming pools with a single pass!
The agreement gives swim pass holders at each facility “reciprocal pool access privileges” – meaning that pass holders can make use of the outdoor pool at O’Regan’s Subaru Outdoor Pool and the indoor pool at the Lunenburg County Lifestyle Centre.
So, if you purchased a summer pool pass for the Outdoor Pool, you can swim at the LCLC at no extra cost. If you are already an LCLC member, you can swim at the Outdoor Pool for free!
Show your membership card at either pool to enjoy all-access pool privileges.
- Bridgewater Transit poised to mark ridership milestone
- About the new Wastewater Betterment Charge By-law
- Notice of adoption of Chapter 206 - Wastewater Betterment Charge By-law
- UPDATE: Missing person located
- Town Hall -- Limited re-opening to the public begins June 7
- NEW! New date for Tax Sale No. 2021-01
- MIT REAP Focus Nova Scotia program underway
- Public Notice Re: Canadian Navigable Waters Act
- Reminder: Compost giveaway postponed
- Pop-up rapid COVID-19 testing site returning May 10-14
- St. Phillips Street Playground -- Temporary closure May 3-5
- Pop-up COVID testing site this weekend in Bridgewater
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STORM CENTRE
We're no strangers to severe weather events here in Atlantic Canada. Hurricane season, which runs from June through the end of November annually, and the nor'easter weather bombs of the winter months often make life challenging.Here you can find information that can be especially helpful for you leading up to, during, and after the storm. We've included quick links to the latest Environment Canada forecast and warnings for the Bridgewater area, the Nova Scotia Power outage map, and some additional helpful links from the Nova Scotia Emergency Management Office on how to prepare to weather the storm for 72 hours (or more).
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