Town News
Downtown Snow Clearing Tonight
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Town of Amherst Public Works will be doing a snow clean-up downtown tonight - Thursday, December 4, 2025 - from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. on Victoria Street and Church Street.
Traffic control will be in place. Drivers are advised to plan an alternate route to avoid any delays in these areas.
Please direct any questions about this or any Town initiative to Town Hall at 902-667-3352 or
Traffic and Parking Disruptions on Saturday, November 29, 2025
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Coca-Cola Caravan
2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. at 28 Church Street
- Church Street closed between Prince Arthur and Victoria Streets, 12:00 noon - 5:00 p.m.
- No parking on Church Street between Albion and Victoria, 12:00 noon - 8 p.m.
- No parking on Victoria Street between Church and Acadia, 12:00 noon - 8 p.m.
Annual Christmas Parade
Starts 6:00 p.m. at Town Square Mall, 147 S. Albion Street
- Barricades at Church and Albion Streets, 6:00 p.m. until end of parade (8 p.m.)
- Barricades at Church and Victoria Streets, 6:00 p.m. until end of parade (8 p.m.)
- Other streets will be temporarily closed during parade to prevent traffic merging into parade route
November 24, 2025 Amherst Town Council Highlights
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At Monday night’s regular meeting of Amherst Town Council, the new Municipal Planning Strategy and Land Use By-law were given second reading and were subsequently adopted by Council. These documents provide an updated framework for how land in the town is planned, developed, and managed. The new documents also contain policy changes that satisfy a number of initiatives agreed to in our Housing Accelerator Fund agreement.
Marshview Drive Sale of Lots
The Town has developed Marshview Drive for residential construction and four-of-ten building lots have been sold to-date. Council authorized the Chief Administrative Officer to sell two lots for the construction of two single detached dwellings, with the purchase price of $50,000 each payable within 18 months or upon sale of the homes.
Beautification Strategy
One of the Town’s strategic priorities was the development of a beautification strategy. This strategy encourages volunteerism and promotes a sense of ownership and responsibility for our residents to care for their shared spaces. Council approved the Town of Amherst 2025 Beautification Strategy on Monday night.
Wastewater Treatment Plant UV Disinfection System
Council awarded the supply and installation of a new Ultraviolet (UV) Disinfection System for the Amherst Wastewater Treatment Facility to Filtrum Construction in the amount of $721,000 plus applicable taxes.
Emergency Water Main Repair
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Public Works crews are making an emergency water main repair.
This issue may impact customers throughout town as well as in the County.
Water service will be fully restored as soon as possible.
Underpass Closure for Work at Subway
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On Thursday, November 20, 2025, West Pleasant Street will be closed to through traffic between Albion Street and Park Street (a.k.a. The Subway).
This closure will complete repair work to street surface drains.
- The street will be closed by 7 a.m. on November 20
- Work will be completed and street re-opened by approximately 5 p.m. on November 20
Please watch for updates here on the Town of Amherst website, and social channels including Facebook and Voyent Alert.
For questions about this project, please call Town Hall at 902-667-3352 or email
International Restorative Justice Week, 2025
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Beginning in 1996, Canada has recognized the third week of November as Restorative Justice Week.
The Government of Canada defines restorative justice as "... an approach to justice that focuses on addressing the harm caused by crime and meeting the needs of those involved."
Among other benefits, this week provides an opportunity to raise awareness of restorative justice, and its associated values and principles. This year's theme is "Celebrating progress. Shaping the future."
Mayor Rob Small has proclaimed November 16-23, 2025 as International Restorative Justice Week in the town of Amherst.
Please find more information on restorative week justice here.
Proclamation
International Restorative Justice Week
November 16-23, 2025
WHEREAS in the face of crime or conflict, restorative justice offers a philosophy and approach that views these matters principally as harm done to people and relationships; and,
WHEREAS restorative justice is a non-adversarial, non-retributive approach to justice that emphasizes healing in victims, accountability of offenders, and the involvement of citizens in creating healthier, safer communities; and,
WHEREAS this year's theme for Restorative Justice Week is "Celebrating progress. Shaping the future", it is an opportunity to learn about restorative justice, educate and celebrate along with other communities across the country during the week.
BE IT RESOLVED, THEREFORE, that I, Robert Small, Mayor of Amherst, proclaim November 16-23, 2025 as International Restorative Justice Week in the town of Amherst.
