Public Health Mobile Testing Unit
Posted on: July 23, 2021
The Public Health Mobile Testing Unit will be in Ingonish today at the Royal Canadian…A Message from the Warden
Welcome to Victoria County!
Residents and visitors alike have been welcomed and have enjoyed the many benefits of our communities and unique Cultures for centuries. Over the past year and bit, we have all faced many challenges and changes to our long held traditions and way of life. As Covid vaccinations continue and we begin to see the finish line for the 3rd wave, I encourage our residents and visitors to keep up the efforts to stay safe and most importantly be kind to those you encounter.
As residents and a connected Municipality, we continue to be committed to supporting our local organizations and businesses. Victoria County is entering some exciting times with major improvements and growth. New Developments at Cape Smokey, the Highland Village Museum, North Highlands Nordic are driving new opportunities for our residents. New plans for Trails and Waterfront Development to naturally connect our Communities from Baddeck to Ingonish, the strategy of new MountainBike Parks and accessibility plans for beaches and eventually trails are all driving a new and exciting energy in Victoria County and we thank the businesses, their staff and community volunteers for continuing to build on this growth during this past year.
Please be sure to safely support our county businesses by visiting and buying locally while they work to find a new normal. When greeting visitors, please remember the Cape Breton hospitality that has been such a big part of the visitor experience here in Victoria County that drives visitors to return year over year.
Stay Safe, Be Kind and Enjoy the many Experiences, Businesses and Hospitality that make Victoria County Naturally Connected in 2021!
Recent News and Announcements
Media Release Tip Fees to be Implemented
Posted on: July 20, 2021
Victoria County News Release Tip Fees To be IntroducedDownload
Residents of the Dingwall Water System:
Posted on: July 19, 2021
You may notice some discolouration of your water today, July 19, as maintenance is being…
Business Owners! Want to help us cut red tape?
Posted on: July 14, 2021
The Cape Breton Partnership & Victoria County want to know about the impact of municipal…
Efficiency NS Newsletter
Posted on: July 13, 2021
Check out Efficiency Nova Scotia's monthly newsletter - it's full of information on energy-reduction programs…
Changes at our Facilities
Posted on: July 9, 2021
Beginning in August there will be some changes to how we collect residential waste and…Victoria County’s
New ALERT System
In times of crisis it is important that residents have access to trusted, timely and accurate information to ensure their own safety and that of their family and loved ones. Click here to learn more or download the app for you phone below.
Adventure Awaits
Visiting Victoria County
Although our province is currently in Lockdown until Mid June due to Covis -19, we look forward to welcoming visitors to Victoria County when it is safe to do so. In the meantime, our tourism experiences and operators are working hard to be ready and safely allow you to enjoy your visit to one of our communities. Many operators have been doing extra renovations and preparing new products for you as well as enhancing the skills of their staff in cleaning and customer service. The Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia (TIANS) has been providing a program called “Clean-It-Right” to ensure we are all providing a clean and safe environment for you while visiting. When it is determined safe to open, look for new and exciting products and offerings from our many operators in Victoria County. One of the more exciting projects currently underway is the continued development of Destination Cape Smokey where the First Gondola in Eastern Canada is being constructed and plans to offer summer tours when completed later this summer. Keep in touch and we hope to see you sometime this summer or fall!
Waste Collection
Each spring and early summer, Victoria County welcomes seasonal residents back to our communities. We recognize there are different waste collection rules in different regions and find this a good time to remind residents of the Waste collection guidelines for Victoria County so that we can ensure a safe and efficient handling of your residential waste. Please visit the links below to confirm locations, collection schedules, and how to sort your residential waste. Any questions or clarifications can be directed to our Waste Management team.
Collection Guidelines