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Winter Family Fun

Join us for some winter fun as we host a two, free Winter Family Fun events! These events are FREE but pre-registration is preferred.

Friday, February 7th, 6:00 — 8:00 pm

French Basin Trail Moonlight Hike (approx. 1.2 kms) - Rated Easy for hiking

(112 Prince Albert St., Annapolis Royal)

Join us as we partner with the Town of Annapolis Royal to offer a moonlight snowshoe hike through beautiful winter surroundings; as well as some winter activities with the Annapolis County Winter Active Team. Gather around the bonfire (weather pending) and socialize while enjoying some delicious hot chocolate.

Sunday, February 9th, 1:00 — 3:00 pm

Old Mill Trail (750 m) - Rated Easy for hiking

(213 Adam Drive, South Farmington)

There will more family fun to discover as we gather at Old Mill Trail to play some winter games with the Annapolis County Winter Active Team and, for those interested, a snowshoe hike in the wooded wonderland along the Old Mill Trail.

Thanks to Hike NS for their continuous support.

Register for this FREE event at: Winter Family Fun

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Recreation & Special Projects Officer .

County Approves Multi Million Internet Investment--Update

January 16, 2020 update

Work on the internet project continues with the creation of the Annapolis County project web portal, detailed design work is now underway, including the preparation for river crossing and Make Ready permits.

December 20, 2019

1. Eagle Telecom has provided initial layouts of final fiber route, outside plant equipment, fibe splits and point of presence locations
2.   Owners Engineer is reviewing the initial layout for comment in the New Year
3.   MCoA is assessing the business case on various backhaul provider options
4. MCoA is assessing the business case on various ISP options to connect when fiber construction begins
5.   Meeting with Develop Nova Scotia first week of January

November 27, 2019
On November 15 the Municipality of the County of Annapolis signed a Read More...

2020 Annapolis County Volunteer Week!

Volunteers are truly the heart of our towns, villages and communities across Annapolis County. These volunteers are people of all ages who have the common goal to make a difference in their communities and enrich their own life by giving up their own time and skill. Together they help to make our communities stronger, healthier and more vibrant. Volunteer efforts can be seen on a daily basis around Annapolis County, in our community halls, churches, hospital/health centre, schools, volunteer organizations, boards, sport and recreation groups and facilities.

National Volunteer Week - April 19 - 25, 2020

Each year, communities all across Canada pay tribute to the millions of volunteers who give themselves to better their communities and the organizations that rely on the lives of others. National Volunteer Week is a time for all of us to pause and celebrate the energy and commitment of volunteers. Volunteering is the lifeblood in our communities. It provides us with a sense of connection and well-being and helps us build better, stronger, and healthier communities. So, be sure to reach out and thank someone you know who volunteers.

The Municipality of the County of Annapolis and the Towns of Annapolis Royal and Middleton annually host Volunteer Week in Annapolis County. People are encouraged to nominate a deserving volunteer from their community to receive an award. The volunteer may be involved in any form of voluntarism, i.e. hospital work, serving on boards, 4-H leader, fire department, recreation committee member, coach, service club member, choir director, etc.
All nominations are recognized at a local ceremony during Volunteer Week. Also, a nominee from each Town and one from the County is chosen to be recognized at the Provincial level during the Provincial ceremony in Halifax.

How Do You Nominate Someone?

You have a few options - Application forms may be picked up at the offices listed below, you can complete a nomination form online, or you can print a nomination form off to complete and deliver to one of the offices listed below.

All those nominated at the County level will be recognized during the Annapolis County Volunteer ceremony on Wednesday, April 22nd, 7:00 pm, at the King’s Theatre.
Deadline for Annapolis County Week volunteer nominations: February 12, 2020, 4:30 pm.

Online Nomination Form Click Here

Printable Nomination Form Click Here

Town of Annapolis Royal, Annapolis Royal Town Hall – 285 St. George Street, Annapolis Royal
Municipal Office, Bridgetown – 271 Granville Street, Bridgetown
Town of Middleton, Town Hall - 131 Commercial Street, Middleton

Why Volunteer?

Volunteering is a great way for people of all ages to meet new friends, learn and share skills or talents, gain work experience, help build your resume, help develop your community and most of all gave fun while enriching the lives of others to creating community!

If I am a Youth Person (Ages 12-30) in Annapolis County, why should I volunteer?

Shows you care about your community and its future
Shows that you like helping others
Shows you are responsible
Gain work experience
May help you decide your future career choice
Help build your resume
Some volunteer opportunities involve travel across Canada and around the world
Shows you have taken the initiative to learn new things
You might learn something new about yourself
Feel good about yourself because you have helped to make someone else’s day!

If I am an Older Adult Person (50+) in Annapolis County, why should I volunteer?

For the Health of it! It is great for your mental and physical health, gets you out and active in your community around others who care too
Meet new friends
Helps keep you busy and give you something rewarding to do in your free time
Helping for a cause in which you believe in
Have skills and experiences to share with others
Volunteer with your friends or family