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Governance.

The village of Chéticamp is located in the Municipality of the County of Inverness, or Inverness County, as it is more colloquially known. The Municipality extends from Port Hastings (at the Canso Causeway) to Meat Cove (the northernmost point of Nova Scotia), covering virtually the entire west side of Cape Breton Island. The Municipality’s seat and offices are located in Port Hood, one hour and fifteen minutes south of Chéticamp.

Districts

The Municipality is divided into 6 districts, with each district represented by a democratically-elected Municipal Councillor. Chéticamp is located in District 1, while Grand Étang and St-Joseph-du-Moine are located in District 2. The cut-off line between districts is at the south end of Point Cross.

Municipal Elections

Municipal elections occur once every four years, barring extraordinary circumstances that could lead to by-elections. Following these publicly-held elections, all 6 municipal councillors elect a Municipal Warden and Deputy Warden amongst themselves.

Municipal Council

Municipal Council Meetings are held on the first Thursday of every month at the Port Hood Administrative Building, and Committee of the Whole Meetings are held on the third Thursday of every month. Both meetings are open for residents to attend. Click here to read minutes of Council Meetings.

In Chéticamp, the Municipality of the County of Inverness is responsible for the following:

In addition to the above services, the Municipality owns the long-term care facility Le Foyer Père Fiset, and it also offers recreation opportunities and provides support for non-profit organizations, recreation organizations, fire departments and cultural organizations.

Finally, the Municipality provides support and guidance in the maintenance and direction of both the Cheticamp Library and the Cape Breton Island Housing Authority, but is not ultimately responsible for their operation.

Maintenance and snow removal of major roads and streets is under the jurisdiction of the Province of Nova Scotia’s Department of Public Works. While your municipal councillor can lobby on your behalf for roads in your district to be re-paved or otherwise maintained, councillors do not make decisions regarding provincial infrastructure.

Eastern District Planning Commission (EDPC)

The Eastern District Planning Commission provides planning, subdivision and building inspection services for Inverness County. The planners, development officers, building inspectors and support staff work in collaboration with the Municipality to develop safe, healthy and sustainable living spaces for all.

Zoning and planning decisions are made by municipal councillors for Inverness County, and are always voted upon publicly at Municipal Council meetings. These decisions are upheld by EDPC and its staff. For more information on the services offered by the EDPC, please see here.

Waste & Recycling

To report missed solid waste pickup, call 1-888-863-1744 (toll-free).
Municipal Recycling Facility
Here you can drop off some electronics, cardboard, and sorted and cleaned recyclables not for refund.

15109 Route 19, Strathlorne
Monday - Friday: 7:00am – 4:00pm
Saturday: 7:00am - 12:00pm
find out more here
Kenloch Transfer Station
Here you can bring garbage, construction and demolition material, and heavy garbage items. You may be subject to tipping fees.

420 West Lake Ainslie Road
Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday: 8:30am - 12:00pm
find out more here

Contact Information 

General Inquiries
902-787-2274
info@invernesscounty.ca
The Port Hood Administrative Building is open Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4:00pm.
Mailing Address
Municipality of the County of Inverness
P.O. Box 179
375 Main Street
Port Hood, Nova Scotia, Canada
B0E 2W0
Civic Address
375 Main Street
Port Hood, Nova Scotia, Canada
B0E 2W0
Discover interesting facts and first-hand accounts about Chéticamp.

Fun Fact

The Chéticamp area started out as a summer fishing station in the mid-18th century. It was later permanently settled in 1785 by 14 original Acadian settlers when they were granted lands in the area.

Cathy Jones
Moved here from Niargara Falls, Ontario in 2021
What is something that you wish you knew before you moved here? 
"Knowing you need to be self sufficient. No access to city conveniences. Definitely needing a vehicle. Winter driving through the mountains for city access for medical/ dental and vet services."
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