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From the Cruiser - Barrington Report April 2026
- Created: Friday, 10 April 2026 16:04
“From the Cruiser” is an initiative to keep residents informed of policing activities in their area.
Residents are reminded to call the RCMP if they have a crime to report or questions related to
policing in their community.
The Barrington RCMP Detachment is fully staffed with all positions filled at this time. Across
Western Shelburne County, for the Forth Quarter, there were 424 calls for service. This is down
from 508 calls during the same period in 2025, and up from 213 calls in 2024.
Employment Opportunity - Public Works Technician
- Created: Tuesday, 24 March 2026 11:48
Employment Opportunity - Public Works Technician
The Municipality of Barrington is now accepting applications for the position of Public Works Technician (Full-time, Permanent).
This position plays an important role in supporting the operation and maintenance of municipal infrastructure, including wastewater systems, municipal buildings, the C&D Site, and the Recreation Complex.
Second Reading Notice
- Created: Wednesday, 25 February 2026 16:39
NOTICE
SECOND READING
A BY-LAW RESPECTING THE MAINTENANCE AND IMPROVEMENT OF BARRINGTON LAKE ROAD BY LAW #40
Barrington Municipal Council is considering amendments to By-law #40 – A By-law Respecting the Maintenance and Improvement of Barrington Lake Road.
The amended By-law will change the charge-imposed amount from $150 to $200. per dwelling.
Recreation Centre Project Update
- Created: Thursday, 22 January 2026 09:41
We know that many of you are wondering about the new recreation centre and are eager to start using it, so we wanted to share an update to help you understand where we are and what we have been experiencing.
As many of you are aware, this project has experienced several delays. These delays have been caused by a combination of factors, including poor communication between the design team and the contractor, concealed or previously unknown site conditions, underperforming subcontractors, and some materials being back-ordered. While challenges can arise on projects of this size, the ongoing issues on this project have gone well beyond what is reasonable and have been both frustrating and unacceptable.
Responsibility for these delays rests with the general contractor and the design team. While we, as the municipality, have been actively involved, we rely on these teams to coordinate the work, ensure timely ordering of materials, and address issues as they arise. When they have fallen short, it has impacted our ability to provide accurate timelines and meet your expectations.
Throughout this process, we have experienced a range of emotions, including frustration, disappointment, stress, and even embarrassment. We understand that delays like these can be confusing and disappointing, but we want to assure you that this project is a priority and we will continue to do everything we can to get it done.
With some electrical work and inspections still to be completed, we do not feel confident in the dates provided by the contractor to share any new timelines for an open house, public opening, or grand opening. Unfortunately, this means we will not be able to open the recreation centre on January 26 as last updated. That said, we are closer than ever to the finish line, but we want to be certain before communicating specific dates. In the meantime, we will continue to communicate directly with those who have booked space and provide another public update as soon as we have a firm idea of when the building will be ready for use.
While this process has not gone as we hoped, it is important to keep in mind what this project means for our municipality. This is a huge step forward in our ability to provide enhanced recreation services, activities, and events.
If you have any questions relating to the project, please reach out to your member of Council or contact the municipal office.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
2026 Tax Sale
- Created: Friday, 09 January 2026 10:21
In accordance with Part 6, Section 142 of the Municipal Government Act, the Municipality of the District of Barrington is inviting sealed tenders for the following properties listed in the document below:
pdf 2026 Tax Sale Notice(249 KB)
The 2026 Tax Sale was conducted by tender and the deadline to submit tenders was 2:00 p.m., Atlantic Standard Time, February 11, 2026. The results of the tax sale are below:
pdf 2026 Tax Sale Results(298 KB)
Property listings for the tax sale may be updated periodically. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please refer to the Tax Sale webpage at https://barringtonmunicipality.com/municipal-services/tax-sale.
For questions or to obtain additional details regarding the tax sale or tender process, please contact: