Spring & Summer 2016 Inside this edition… Town Council Directory……………………. Page 3 Town Staff Directory……………………….. Page 4-5 Volunteer of the Year………………………. Page 6 Recreation & Special Events……………. Page 7-20 Town Services ………………………………... Page 21-44 In Our Community…………………………… Page 45-63 Community Directory………………………. Page 64-67
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Spring & Summer 2016
Inside this edition…
Town Council Directory……………………. Page 3
Town Staff Directory……………………….. Page 4-5
Volunteer of the Year………………………. Page 6
Recreation & Special Events……………. Page 7-20
Town Services ………………………………... Page 21-44
In Our Community…………………………… Page 45-63
Community Directory………………………. Page 64-67
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information and events!
Visit the Town of Antigonish website:
www.townofantigonish.ca
This edition of ‘Talk of the Town’ covers events and
information from May. 1st, 2016 — Aug. 31st, 2016.
If you would like to see something included in future editions please email [email protected]
Please see below for important dates associated with
Learn how to lead the ‘Making Tracks’ Cycling Program for
children and youth, or simply improve your cycling knowledge,
skills, and confidence. This session is open to all those 16+,
parents and guardians are encouraged to come and learn
skills to share with their children!
There is no fee for this training. You must pre-register by
contacting Town or County Recreation:
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Co-ed! For those 16+
Come on out and try this exciting brand of football that all
skill levels can play! No helmets or expensive equipment; just FUN! Now going for over 10 years, the HTFL has
introduced over 200 women, men, and youth to Touch Football in Antigonish, Guysborough & Pictou Counties.
Games played Sunday mornings & Wednesday
evenings at Central Turf Field in Antigonish.
Our emphasis is on fun and camaraderie. The basic
mechanics of the game will be reviewed for first time players. The League runs until the end of June.
Registration fees:
●$200/team (due before the first night of play)
●An additional $15/player (due by May 18th)
Contact: Andrew Arsenault, League President Email: [email protected] or
Phone: 902-870-6612.
Registration will be done via the Town of Antigonish Recreation Dept. Registration form can be found at: http://www.townofantigonish.ca/recreation.html
Register by
May 9th!
Begins Wed.
May 11th!
Recreation
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Recreation
$40/child
Ages 5 and 6: Wednesdays, 5:45—6:40 PM Saturdays, 9:00 –9:55 AM Ages 7 to 12: Wednesdays, 6:45—7:40 PM Saturdays, 10:00 –10:55 AM
Important to note! •Location is Columbus Field, Main Street Antigonish •Participants must be at least 5 years of age by May 11th •No session on May 21st, 2016 •Absolutely no registrations accepted at the field •Registrations must be received by the Town of Antigonish Recreation Dept. by Mon. May 9th, 2016. Registration forms can be found online at: http://www.townofantigonish.ca/recreation.html
Track and Field Program
—(Mini-meet takes place June 25th with rain date of June 26th)
Parents/guardians:
Check out ‘PiYo in the Park’ on the next
page!
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Free classes Wednesdays -June 1st/8th/15th/22nd A yoga and pilates-inspired workout, PiYo will help sculpt
your muscles and burn fat without straining your joints.
Classes are drop-in. No pre-registration required.
Please bring a yoga mat or towel. Please bring a water bottle.
Participants will be asked to fill out a PAR-Q form before
participating. There will be PAR-Q forms available on site.
General Notice Should you require assistance or observe any problems related
to Public Property, Streets, Sidewalks, and/or Water and Sewer
Services, you are encouraged to phone one of the service
numbers indicated above.
Street Safety
The general public is reminded that the removal of any street
signage, covers related to manholes, catch-basins and/or
valve boxes is considered an unauthorized act. For the safety
of all concerned, please report any such activity immediately.
Any individuals identified removing such items will be subject
to the fullest extent of penalties established by the law.
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What are the Water Utility Rates?
The Town of Antigonish Water Utility rates include:
A quarterly system access fee of $42.80 for your installed
5/8” meter.
A consumption rate of $1.99 per 1,000 imp. gallons used
per quarter for the first 750,000 gallons.
A consumption rate of $1.66 per 1,000 gallons used per
quarter for all additional gallons used.
Water metering program:
There are many benefits in having a water meter including:
You are only billed for the water you use. Less usage
means a lower bill!
Water meters help identify leaks and encourage
responsible use.
Reducing water consumption to lower your water bill also
helps protect the environment and our resources.
If you have any questions about the Town of Antigonish’s
Water-Metering Program, please call the Town of
Antigonish Hotline at 902-863-4949.
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E-Billing: The Town is presently emailing utility invoices for those customers who prefer that method. E-billing saves money, is good for the environment, and customers get their invoices on a more timely basis.
If you would like your utility invoices emailed to you, please contact us at [email protected] Pre-authorized payments: The Town is pleased to offer a Pre-
authorized Payment option for paying all town bills. We can establish a plan for you to pay as bills come due, or using a budget or monthly
payment plan. Drop in, or contact us for details. [email protected]. Online payments: You can now pay your utility bills online via online banking. All you need is your 8-digit utility account number (do not include decimal points). Below is a list of banks we currently deal with,
along with the corresponding payee name you will need for your bank.
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Check out opportunities for saving energy through retrofit or other worthy programs offered by Efficiency Nova Scotia. You are paying to fund those programs through your electricity rates, might as well try to take advantage of them. Contact them at http:/www.efficiencyns.ca,
or call 1-877-999-6035.
RBC Antigonish (Town) Taxes/Utilities
Scotiabank Antigonish (Town) Taxes & Utilities
CIBC Antigonish (Town) Tax/Utility
Credit Union—Central 1 ANTIGONISH, TOWN—PROP TAX
Bank of Montreal Antigonish Town of Taxes and Utilities
Occasionally weather conditions can arise that may cause power outages. Here are a few things to keep in mind before these occur: In the event of a power outage, check whether the outage is limited to your home. A visual check from your window around your neighbourhood will often allow you to determine if it is a utility outage or a problem in your own home. If you believe that the outage is not
limited to your own home, please do not assume that the outage has already been reported. Give us a call at 863-2777.
Home generators are a handy source of electricity in the case of a power outage. If you are connecting your generator to your electrical system, ensure you have it installed by a qualified electrician. The electrician will obtain a permit, the installation will be inspected and the
risk of a back-feed to our system which can cause harm to our employees will be removed. In the event of a power outage you should bear in mind that, on the return of power, whatever devices you had running at the time of the outage may unexpectedly restart. Power tools, appliances, hair dryers
are just a few items that may cause damage on a return of power.
Turning the item off or unplugging it should prevent unexpected damage or injury. If you see a downed power line, keep back a minimum of 6 meters and always assume that the wires are live. Electric transmission and distribution lines are always the thinner wire occupying the top section
of the utility pole. Generally, the thicker, heavier wire occupying the upper-middle section of the pole are telephone and cable lines. If you are unsure as to whom to contact regarding a downed line, call us at 863-2777.
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A full copy of the Town of Antigonish Outdoor Fire By-Law can be found on the Town of Antigonish website: www.townofantigonish.ca A summary of some provisions of this By-Law are included
below. Please read the full By-Law to ensure you are aware of all of its provisions. Prohibited Outdoor Fires •No open fire pits permitted within the Town
•No outdoor fires within the Town (on land owned by the Town or other landowner) unless contained within an acceptable fire pit.
•No burning of non-designated material, general waste, or garden/yard waste on land owned by the Town or other landowner. Permitted Outdoor Fires •Cooking food using a portable barbeque, other food preparation appliances designed for outdoor use, or outdoor wood-burning
appliances. •Persons using outdoor gas or wood burning appliances are permitted to do so within the following provisions: -Manufacturer’s installation instructions must be followed
-Only dry seasoned firewood shall be used -A spark arrestor or mesh screen must be used to contain sparks and blowing debris
-Appliance must be located in excess of 15 feet from any building, flammable structure, combustible material, or property line -The appliance may be placed on a deck if on a fire-proof pad -The fire cannot create a nuisance -A responsible adult must be present while the fire is burning and until it is extinguished.
-A fire extinguisher or other means of extinguishing a fire (acceptable to Fire Chief or designate) must be within
reasonable distance from where the fire is located.
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A full copy of the Town of Antigonish Animal Control By-Law can be found on the Town of Antigonish website: www.townofantigonish.ca
A summary of some provisions of this By-Law are included below. Please read the full By-Law to ensure you are aware of all of its provisions. Every owner of a dog, who resides in the Town, must register such dog(s) with the Town of Antigonish.
The Owner of every dog shall keep, at all times, a collar on the dog with the tag issued for that dog by the Town of Antigonish. The owner must notify the Town immediately if the dog tag is lost. The Owner of every dog must clean up after their pet. It is the law, just like littering, it is unlawful not to pick up after your dog. Dog feces are
unhealthy, unsightly, and are a cause for public complaint. The Animal Control Officer shall be responsible for the enforcement of the By-Law. Outside of regular by-law enforcement hours, excluding statuary holidays, the Animal Control Officer shall only respond to calls
that are deemed to be an emergency.
Every owner of a dog who contravenes any provision of the Animal Control By-Law the Town of Antigonish Dog By-Law shall be subject to a fine set out in the By-Law. By-Law Enforcement Contacts: Shaun Smith, Enforcement Officer: [email protected]
902-867-5587 John Pellerin, Animal Control Officer: [email protected] 902-867-5588
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Important Notice to Homeowners/Contractors/Plumbers/Designers
Get your new project off to a good start by checking with the
Town to see if you require any permits to carry out your
renovation plans.
Development Permit: Required under the Antigonish Land Use
Bylaw. For any change of use, new construction, some
renovations, expansion of a building or when erecting a sign. The
cost associated with obtaining a development permit is $25.
Site Plans: Generally shall provide sufficient information to show
that the proposed work will conform to the National Building Code
and whether or not it may affect adjacent properties. Plans shall
be drawn to scale and shall indicate the nature and extent of the
work. Site plans shall be referenced to an up-to-date survey and,
in some instances, may require a copy of the survey.
Building Permit: Required under the Building Code Regulations
of Nova Scotia for building relocation, demolition, all construction
projects except where the value of work is less than $5000, and
where there are no structural changes or changes of use.
Additionally, no Building Permit is required for accessory buildings
under 20 square meters or for fences.
Your project will dictate the details required and your permit fee.
Please contact our office during the planning stage of your
project.
For More Information Regarding Building Bylaw Fees Visit:
Soiled or wet paper: Includes but is not limited to the following examples of paper soiled with food, dirt, water, or edible oil/grease:
Sugar & flour bags, paper plates, waxed paper, baking soda box, coffee filters, napkins & paper towel.
Yard waste including: Flowers & potting soil
Wrap messy food in a sheet of newsprint, a paper bag or box. Dispose in the green cart for organics. No cigarette butts, ashes, plastic, metal or glass.
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Yellow bags are not permitted for garbage. You must use clear garbage bags for garbage collection. One solid colour privacy bag no larger than a kitchen catcher is permitted in each clear garbage bag. If you have a medical condition and require an exception to this rule, please call the
Town of Antigonish Waste Hotline at 902-863-4949 and request an exception form. All solid colour bags (black, green, orange, yellow, white, etc.) will be rejected from collection. Rejected bags must be removed from curbside promptly on collection day no later than 9:00PM. The garbage must be
placed into a clear garbage bag for the next collection.
Garbage Bag Rules:
-coloured clear bags of standard size, approximately twenty-five (25) inches or sixty-four (64) centimeters by thirty-five (35) inches or eighty-nine (89) centimeters;
larger than twenty (20) inches or fifty-one (51) centimeters by twenty-two (22) inches or fifty-six (56) centimeters; and
materials, compostable organics, household hazardous waste, and other materials identified as not acceptable for disposal by the Town or
designated disposal facility. Garbage questions? Call the Town of Antigonish Waste Hotline: 902-863-4949 or Eastern Region Solid Waste Management: 902-232-2563/email: [email protected].
Leaf and yard waste can be dropped off at Eastern Sanitation on Adam Street during regular business hours. Branches may not be any larger than 2” in diameter. Up to 1/2 ton load of leaves will be accepted. Smaller amounts of leaves and grass clippings may be
placed in your green bin. For further information please refer to the Town of Antigonish website: http://www.townofantigonish.ca or phone the Waste Hotline at 902-863-4949.
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Give Leftover Paint A Second Chance Nova Scotians can return leftover paint, year round during business hours, to any of the province’s Enviro-Depots at no charge. Unused paint is sorted at a facility in Springhill, Nova Scotia, and then sent for recycling into new paint products.
Nova Scotia’s Paint Recycling Program Over three million containers of paint are purchased every year in Nova Scotia and up to 25% of the paint is never used. The Paint Recycling Program helps keep paint out of the landfills and out of our environment!
Keep the Lid on Safety: Follow these steps to make returning paint to an ENVIRO-DEPOT™ a safe experience:
Make sure paint is tightly sealed in its original container.
The original label must be on the container and visible.
No Painting tools in the container (brushes, stir sticks, etc.)
Don’t mix alkyd (oil-based) with latex (water-based) paints.
Keep paint containers out of reach of children and pets.
Enviro-Depots DO Accept
Interior/exterior latex, alkyd, enamel & oil-
based paints
Porch, floor & deck paints
Interior/exterior varnishes & urethanes
Primers, undercoats & sealers
Marine enamels (must not contain
pesticides)
Wood finishing oils & stains
Rust paint, decorative metal paints
Fence & barn paints
Aluminum paints
Paint Aerosols that are latex, alkyds, varathanes
Enviro-Depots Do NOT Accept
Empty paint cans
Automotive & marine paints
Bulging or unlabeled cans
Roof patch, tars, grease
Solvents (e.g. paint thinners or
Varsol®)
Stir sticks, brushes, rags & rollers
Glues and Adhesives
Art & craft paints
Two-paint paints (e.g.
Urethanes & Epoxies)
Deck cleaners
Lacquers & epoxies
Corrosives
Other household hazardous
waste
Drywall filler
Antigonish Enviro-Depots: MacMillan’s Service Centre 4802 Hwy 104, Lwr South River, 863-1127 Floss Bottle Exchange Old Antigonish Lane, Monastery, 232-3247 For a full list of sites, visit: www.rrfb.com
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Sharps is a medical term for a device with sharp points or edges that that can puncture or cut skin including needles, syringes, lancets, auto injectors and infusion sets. The Safe Sharps Bring-Back Program is offered by the Pharmacy Association of Nova Scotia through your local
pharmacy for the safe disposal of used sharps. Used sharps must be handled properly.
Do not …
•Put used sharps in a plastic
bottle or jugs for disposal. •Place sharps in recycling or
garbage bags because they can seriously harm people who are handling the bags. •Flush sharps down the toilet.
•Try to remove, bend or recap
needles used by another person. •Put anything but sharps in a
sharps container. Needle stick injuries from
used sharps may cause infections or diseases. If you are stuck, seek immediate medical attention.
If you use sharps…
1. Pick up a free Safe Sharps container at your community pharmacy. 2. Place your used sharps into
the Safe Sharps Containers.
3. When the container is full, return the sealed container to your community pharmacy. For more information, please contact the RRFB at 1-877-313-7732 or your local pharmacy.
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The following waste electronic items are banned from
disposal in Nova Scotia and must be properly recycled.
These items are not collected at curbside.
•Desktop computers including those acting as servers and all
bundled keyboards, mice cables and internal components.
•Computer peripherals including both wired and wireless manual
input devices such as keyboards, mice and trackballs.
•Portable computers including laptops, notebooks, tablets, etc.
•Desktop printers including laser and LED, ink jet, dot matrix,
thermal, dye sublimation and “multifunction” copy scan, fax and
print devices. Standalone desktop scanners and fax machines
are also included in this category.
•Display devices including televisions and monitors with various
technologies (Cathode Ray Tube, flat panel and rear projection).
•Personal or portable audio/video systems (ex/docking
New members welcome. Join September—June. Information & registration at weekly play times:
Tuesdays: Junior development, 6-7:30 PM/ Adult, 7:30-9:30PM Wednesdays: Junior Training Centre, 3-5 PM Thursdays: Adult, 8-10 PM
Sundays: Open to all, 1-4 PM
The main objective of PHAST is to provide each swimmer with a high level of coaching to achieve goals of fitness, sportsmanship and stroke development.
For more information:
www.phast.ca
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Kids First offer programs and services to families of children
aged 0 to 6 years as well as pregnant woman. Programs and
services may change depending on the needs and wants of the
participants and their children. Some programs are as follows:
*Parent & Tot Drop-in (3 times per week) 9:30 -
11:30 AM
*Healthy Moms/Healthy Babies (once a week) 9:30
- 11:30 AM
*Parenting Programs
*Outreach Programs
Hours of Operation are 9:00am to 3:00pm
Website : www.kids1st.ca
27 St. Andrews Street, Antigonish, Nova Scotia B2G 2G9
Antigonish Creative Dance Association will be presenting its Annual
Spring Recitals, “Pathways” at the StFX Chapel Auditorium on Saturday, May 28th at 6:30PM, Sunday May 29th at 2PM and 7PM. ACDA will also be running summer ballet, as well as 2 weeks of Dance Day Camp, for ages 8-10 and 11-14 from July 17-21 and July 24-28. Camps will run from 8:45-4:00PM daily and offer Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical
Hip-Hop, and other dance-related fun. For more information email: [email protected]
A pet left in a warm car will quickly begin to suffer from heat
stroke and can die an agonising death.
On a warm day, the temperature inside a car can quickly soar to 49°C
or higher. Even on a mild day, a car’s interior can heat up by 22°C in
an hour, regardless of the outside temperature. Most of that
temperature rise occurs during the first 15-20 minutes.
Running the AC before you park or leaving the windows open does not
slow the temperature rise. Putting a bowl of water in the car does
not help. It is an offence to cause or permit an animal to be in
distress. Dogs in hot cars are in distress.
Signs of heat stroke in dogs:
•restlessness •excessive thirst •lethargy
•loss of appetite •heavy panting/drooling •vomiting
•elevated heart rate •glazed eyes •dizziness
•panicked expression •lac of coordination •possible coma
•possible seizures •skin of ears flushed and red
•mucky pink gums
Emergency First Aid
If a dog becomes overheated, move it to a shady area, give it an
immediate shower or bath in cool water and call the vet as soon as
possible. Once a dog goes into shock or loses consciousness, it may be
too late.
REPORT ANIMAL CRUELTY: 902-835-4798 or 1-888-703-7722
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Fall prevention efforts and other safety measures are critical for staying safe and healthy while the weather is warm. Don’t get overheated. Heat-related illnesses and dehydration are
leading causes of summer falls, and seniors are at an increased risk. Both conditions can lead to dizziness and disorientation, and falls often follow. Prevent overheating by drinking enough water and planning outdoor activities in the morning or evening hours. The weather isn’t all sunshine. Spring and summer bring a lot of
rain and mud, which can lead to slippery surfaces. Thunderstorms can
also scatter your yard with branches that become tripping hazards. Re-main inside during severe weather and pick up any items in your yard as soon as possible to prevent falls. You are more likely to be active outside. You are probably mostly familiar with the terrain inside your home. Once you’re outdoors,
though, all bets are off. When the weather is nice, you’re going to spend more time outdoors. Pay attention to incline changes, watch for holes, and beware of tripping hazards to reduce your risk of falling. More water-related activities means more slipping hazards. Pay
more attention to where you’re stepping in the summer, in case water has been tracked indoors. A tile floor at the gym can become a fall haz-
ard when children track water inside from the pool. With rain, you may also find puddles inside your favorite restaurant or grocery store. Wearing the wrong shoes. Winter requires warm boots, many of which feature slip-resistant soles. In summer, backless sandals, flip-flops, and shoes with leather soles all come into fashion. These shoes can increase your fall risk. Instead, stick to running shoes or other rub-
ber-soled shoes that offer support and better traction. – Excerpted from U of U Health Care
Brought to you by members of the Antigonish Ageing Well Together Coalition
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In an emergency, response agencies focus their efforts first where the need is greatest. That is why individual emergency preparedness is so important. It only takes three simple steps to become better prepared.
Know the Risks By learning about the different types of emergencies that can occur in your community, you can better prepare for them. Examples may include: Floods, severe weather, wildland or forest fires Make a Plan
In an emergency, your family may not be together, or you may be
asked to evacuate your home without much notice. Think about what you would do in different situations and prepare a plan with your whole family in mind. Your plan should include at least the following: •A family communications plan (i.e. determine how you
will reach one another, such as via cell phone or text message) •An evacuation plan (i.e. designate a place where you will
meet if you aren’t together when the emergency occurs) •Emergency numbers (i.e. 911, police, fire department)
•Plan for special needs (i.e. have copies of prescriptions) •When your plan is ready, discuss it with family and friends so
they know what you would do in an emergency. Keep your plan in an easy to reach location such as your emergency kit. •Once a year, review and update your plan with your family.
Assemble or Purchase an Emergency Kit Your emergency kit should have everything you and your family need
to take care of yourselves for at least 3 days following an emergency. Include essential items, such as: •Food (non-perishable, easy-to-prepare items, enough for three days) •Manual can opener •Bottled water (4 L per person for each day)
•Flashlight •Extra batteries
•First-aid kit •Candles and matches/lighter
•Extra car keys/cash •Prescription medication
•Medical supplies •Pet food and supplies •Consider specialized items, such as items for babies/children
Pack your emergency kit in easy-to-carry bags or in a case on wheels.
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•Clear culverts, drains and catch basins, where present, to ensure
debris does not block the opening. •Ensure any excessive water will drain away from the foundation by
digging a trench or putting in a French drain. •Ensure weeping tile has been installed to allow water to drain away
more effectively.
•Check to make sure your sump pump is working. If you don’t have a
sump pump consider installing one. Contact a plumber for assistance,
if required. •Check your basement regularly for signs of water and consider
installing a water-sensing alarm if your home or business is prone to
flooding. •Ensure you have the appropriate insurance coverage in place to
address the financial impact of flooding, where possible. For more tips and ideas to help with emergency preparedness, or for a copy of the Family Emergency Preparedness Guide published by Public
A service of the Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) for the Guysborough, Antigonish, and Strait area. Our partners in Health Connections are the Community Health
Boards and the Pictou Antigonish Regional Library.
Our purpose is to help connect you and your family to community health services, programs and health information. We offer resources to help you make
informed decisions about your health and work with members of the NSHA and other community groups/
agencies to provide access to information, health promotion programs and educational sessions.
We do not offer on site clinical health care services or onsite access to a physician.
In Antigonish we have a community health resource
centre located in the People’s Place Library. You can drop in or contact us at: 283 Main Street, Antigonish, NS Phone:(902) 863-7369 Email:[email protected]
View the Eastern Health Connections calendar & more
details at: www.gashahealthconnections.ca Fore more information on the NSHA, please visit:
adolescent girls with services and programs that can help them make informed decisions about
their health. Our services are provided by a multidisciplinary team that includes: a physician, nurse practitioner, Mental Health Services,
Addictions Services, Public Health Services, and the Antigonish Women’s Resource Centre.
We are sensitive to the needs of those who experience difficulties in accessing appropriate health services.
Hours of operation: Thursdays, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Antigonish Women’s Resource Centre 204 Kirk Place, 219 Main Street in Antigonish
Call for an appointment: 902-863-6221
Are you as healthy as you could be? Want more
information? Need someone to talk to?
The Men’s Health Centre provides health services to men and boys 12 and older. Our services are provided by a team of health professionals that includes: a physician,
Mental Health Services, Addictions Services, Public Health
Services and Family Services.
Hours of operation: Tuesdays, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Family Services of Eastern NS Office 275 Main Street, Suite 103 Antigonish
(across from Town Hall) Call for an appointment: 902-863-2358
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Please feel free to add to our Community Directory by sending your information to: Town of Antigonish Recreation, 274 Main Street, Antigonish NS B2G 2C4 or