Municipal Services
Waste Collection / Waste Management
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NEW: Two (2) bag system for blue bags: residents are asked to separate paper & boxboard into a separate bag from recyclable containers.
In the Municipality waste is collected weekly. A two-blue bag recycling system is used - one bag for paper products and one bag for containers (glass, plastic and metal). Cardboard can be bundled for collection. Food and other organic waste is collected in a green bin. Residual waste (garbage) is collected in clear transparent bags and/or black bags. Our waste by-law has more information on the municipality's waste collection and disposal rules and regulations.
For residential properties, a maximum of 5 bags (garbage and recyclables) and one green cart can be placed curbside each week. For Industrial, Commericial and Instituional properties, a maximum of 12 bags (garbage and recyclable) and 2 green carts can be placed curbside each week.
Most paints and solvents, waste oil, corrosive cleaners, strong acids and alkalis as well as house and garden pesticides can be taken to the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) depot located at our Construction and Demolition Debris Disposal Site at 1138 Highway 103. For more information on this, visit the sites webpaage here: Construction and Demolition Disposal Site.
Electronics such as computers, monitors, TV's, printers, telephones, DVD's, stereos, digital cameras, etc. can be taken to Oak Park Bottle Exchange located at 400 Oak Park Road. Hours of operation are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm and Saturday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. For more information their phone number is 902-637-3808. For a complete list please visit Divert Nova Scotia's webpage or phone 1-877-313-7732.
If you have any questions on the proper disposal of items, recycling, or regular pickup, please contact the muniicpal office at 902-637-2015.
Refrigerators and freezers that are 10 years of age and older, between 10 and 25 cubic feet and in working condition are eligible for pickup and rebates from Efficiency Nova Scotia. Non-working appliances do not use electricity and therefore are not eligible for pickup and rebates. To schedule a pickup call 1-888-303-2103. For more information on eligibility, pickup or recycling, please visit the Efficiency Nova Scotia website.
Please Note: 1 bulky item can be placed curbside every week. Bulky items include refrigerators, stoves, washing machines, furniture (expect solid wood furniture - i.e. oak table), mattresses, rugs, etc. Bulky items are collected along with the municipal solid waste on a daily basis.
Collection Schedule
Monday
Yarmouth County Line to Shag Harbour Fire Hall and Brass Hill.
Tuesday
Shag Harbour Fire Hall to and including Sherose Island.
Wednesday
Lower Clarks Harbour, The Hawk, South Side, Clam Point, Stoney Island, North East Point on the Stoney Island Road.
Thursday
West Head, Newellton, Centreville, North East Point on Hwy 330, McGray's Avenue, Sherose Island Causeway to Anthony Estates in Barrington, Factory Hill Road, Oak Park and Riverhead.
Friday
Anthony Estates, Villagedale Road, Baccaro, Port La Tour, and Clyde Areas.
Residual, Recyclable, and Organic Materials are collected every week.
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Illegal Dumping
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When irresponsible people choose to dump their waste where it doesn't belong, everyone's quality of life is affected. Rainwater filtering through the garbage has the potential to damage groundwater and fish habitat.
Children and wildlife may be harmed and rats and mosquitoes may be attracted. Trash in the woods and on the beach spoils recreational experiences. These are just some of the negative effects that have resulted from illegal garbage dumps in our municipality.
Illegal dumping is a serious offence punishable by fines and jail time.
Don't let illegal garbage dumping compromise your quality of life! If you see someone dumping garbage where it doesn't belong, please report them to us by calling (902)637-2015 or filling out a report at :https://helpdesk.barringtonmunicipality.com/report
Heat Rebate
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Streetlights
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The Municipality of Barrington has over 1,158 streetlights throughout the Municipality at a total cost each year of approximately $160,000. This represents about $0.04 per $100 of assessment which equals $40 per year for a homeowner with an assessed home value of $100,000.
The placement of street lights in the Municipality is to provide for and ensure a certain level of safety and security for vehicular and/or pedestrian traffic. In doing so, Council must also minimize the environmental impact of street lights while meeting these needs. The Municipality may consider the placement, removal, relocation or addition of a street light, in accordance with the conditions specified in the Municipality's Street Lighting Policy. Please contact the Municipal Office at 902-637-2015 for more information.
Report an Outage or Damaged Street Light
To report a streetlight which is out or not working properly, please fill out a report form at https://helpdesk.barringtonmunicipality.com/report or call the Municipal Office at 902-637-2015.
Financial Assistance
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PACE Financing
Property Assessment Clean Energy (PACE) Program By-law
Barrington Municipal Council at their meeting held August 28, 2017 gave second and final approval to the adoption of the Property Assessment Clean Energy (PACE) Program By-law. This by-law makes provision for an owner of a Qualifying Property located within the Municipality of Barrington to apply to the Municipality for financing of a Clean Energy Upgrade for their property.
A Clean Energy Upgrade will result in substantially improved energy efficiency, the generation of renewable energy or reduced greenhouse gas emissions.
Upgrades could include caulking, weather stripping, duct/air sealing, energy efficient windows and doors, heat pumps, wood or pellet stoves, solar thermal panels, etc.
You may apply for funding by following the link: https://cleanenergyfinancing.ca/
pdf Clean Energy Frequently Asked Questions(401 KB)
For more information on this program, please call the Municipal Office at 902-637-2015.
Water Supply Upgrade – Lending Program By-law
Barrington Municipal Council at their meeting held on August 28, 2017, gave second and final approval to the adoption of the Water Supply Upgrade – Lending Program By-law. This by-law makes provision for an owner of a Qualifying Property located within the Municipality of Barrington to apply to the Municipality for the financing of a Water Supply Upgrade to the property.
A Water Supply Upgrade could include the construction of a new dug or drilled well or an upgrade to an existing well that is required to source water for the property. Upgrades may also include the installation of cisterns, water from fog systems, greywater collection or other containers that are installed for the purpose of the supply, use and conservation of water.
For more information on this program, please call the Municipal Office at 902-637-2015.
Low Income Property Tax Exemption By-Law
Pursuant to Section 69 of the Municipal Government Act, the Council of the Municipality of the District of Barrington wishes to provide a tax exemption for low-income earners.
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Heating Assistance Rebate Program (HARP)
The Heating Assistance Rebate Program (HARP) helps with the cost of home heating for low-income Nova Scotians who pay for their own heat. Rebates range from $100 to $200.