Stay Safe with Mahone Bay’s Code Red Emergency Alert System
Mahone Bay is committed to keeping its residents informed and prepared during emergencies. The Town has adopted the Code Red System, a modern alert platform designed to send timely notifications about severe weather, road closures, public safety updates, and other critical events directly to your mobile device.
What is Code Red?
The Code Red System is a text-message and digital alert service that allows the Town to quickly communicate important emergency information to its community. Launched to enhance local emergency services, the system ensures that residents receive real-time updates, enabling them to make informed decisions when it matters most. According to a 2019 CKBW report, Mahone Bay’s adoption of Code Red marked a significant step in improving community safety and engagement .
How Does It Work?
Once registered, residents will receive immediate alerts during emergencies, ranging from severe weather warnings to essential public safety information. The system is easy to use and serves as the best way to stay connected with the Town’s latest updates, ensuring that you and your family are well-informed at all times.
Get Registered Today
Mahone Bay residents are encouraged to take advantage of this valuable service. Registration is quick and free. Simply visit the Town’s emergency services webpage at townofmahonebay.ca/emergency-services.html to sign up for the Code Red System.
Stay safe and informed by joining the Mahone Bay Code Red community today. For more details on the Town’s emergency preparedness efforts, visit the Town’s official emergency services page.
Octoberfest Sausage BBQ
The Signature Festivals of Mahone Bay will host the second annual “Octoberfest Sausage BBQ” fundraiser at The Saltbox in Mahone Bay. Enjoy a delicious lunch, great variety of brew and once again…music performance by “The Shanty Men”. This year a scrumptious Strawberry Shortcake dessert will be offered in support of the Three Churches Foundation.
Mahone Bay Home & Garden Tour
Mahone Bay Home & Garden Tour in support of the Mahone Bay Museum. A beautiful weekend to view spectacular gardens and glorious houses in the surroundings of Mahone Bay, “Best Little Town in Canada”. Tickets will be available online at mahonebaymuseum.com. Buy your tickets early, they make a wonderful Mother’s Day gift!
First Annual “South Shore Blessing of the Bikes” hosted by the Salty Shore Riders RC
Blessing of the bikes will be offered by PREACHER. Salty Shore Riders will host an on-site charity BBQ and 50/50 block draw in support of Ronald MacDonald House.
READY TO RIDE - Safety and Service night
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month!
Customers will be welcomed to tour the Shore Cycle & Marine facility and learn how to do a safety check before getting out on the road or hitting the trails.
Our Red Seal mechanics will share how to complete a necessary safety check on Motorcycles both on and off road, ATV’s and Side by Sides, before embarking on your next adventure.
Spring Kickoff Sale
This weekend will include 3 days of specials throughout the dealership. On Saturday, April 26th will be the 1st Annual “ SHORE CYCLE & MARINE, “SPRING SHOW OFF”. This motorcycle and car show ‘n shine will be fun for the whole family!
Come out and enjoy music, food and sales offers throughout the day. Trophies will be presented to the “Best in Show” where our audience will be the judge. Open hours 8:30 am – 5:00pm. “ SPRING SHOW OFF” hours
GET IN GEAR – MX Gear Swap
Adults and children are encouraged to bring all their “I’ve grown out of this, or I don’t wear this anymore” riding apparel to Shore Cycle & Marine where we will have designated tables for those trying to trade or give away riding gear. Be it Off Road, On Road, or Adventure riding all gear is welcome! Tables are free and the event will be held rain or shine. Come and join us for this fun event where you’ll have a chance to win your 2025 NSORRA membership!
Mahone Bay Town Council Unveils Draft Strategic Plan for 4-Year Term
Mahone Bay Town Council has released its draft Strategic Plan, a forward-looking blueprint that will guide decision-making and set priorities for the next four years. Designed as a dynamic document, the plan is scheduled for annual review to ensure it remains responsive to the evolving needs of the community.
Key Elements of the Plan
Based on details available on the Town’s website, the Strategic Plan outlines several notable focus areas:
- Community-Centered Growth: The plan emphasizes sustainable development that supports both current residents and future growth. Priorities include enhancing public infrastructure, modernizing community facilities, and strengthening local services.
- Fiscal Responsibility: With an eye toward efficiency, the document details measures aimed at prudent budgeting and strategic investments that promise to balance progress with financial accountability.
- Enhanced Public Engagement: The plan calls for greater community involvement in municipal decision-making. It includes initiatives to improve communication channels between the Town Council and residents, ensuring that public feedback is at the forefront of local governance.
- Long-Term Vision: Beyond immediate projects, the Strategic Plan charts a course for long-term economic and environmental resilience. It highlights goals related to sustainable infrastructure improvements and plans for fostering a vibrant local economy.
How to Get Involved
Residents are encouraged to review the full draft Strategic Plan on the Town’s website at townofmahonebay.ca/plans-reports--studies. The Town Council is actively seeking community input to refine and enhance the plan. Feedback can be sent directly via email to clerk@townofmahonebay.ca. Please submit your comments by Monday, March 31, 2025.
Labour Market Information News: Online Job Postings in Nova Scotia for February 2025
The Online Job Posting report covering February 2025 is now available.
Online Job Postings in Nova Scotia – February 2025 Highlights:
The total number of job postings in Nova Scotia measured by Vicinity Jobs was 7,722 during the month of February 2025 (seasonally unadjusted). Total postings increased by 985 (+14.6%) compared to February 2024.
- The number of postings were down 15.9% (-1,455 postings) from the prior month.
- The average number of postings over the trailing 12-month period (March 2024 to February 2025) was 8,198 – 2.0% lower than the average in the same period in the previous year (March 2023 to February 2024) of 8,363.
Job postings by volume by occupation and industry were different.
- During the month of February, the number of job postings by industry was highest for “health care & social assistance” (899 postings, 22.2%) and “retailed trade” (672 postings, 16.6%), followed by “accommodation and Food Services” (385 postings, 9.5%).
- The occupation category with the most online job postings in February was “sales and services,” accounting for 36.7% of all identifiable postings, followed by “business, finance and administration”, and “trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations”.
Most non-managerial online job postings require a formal education.
- Among non-managerial postings, 77.1% of postings in February required a formal education (secondary school or higher).
- The most common skill level required of online job postings in February was “post-secondary education or apprenticeship program (2 to 3 years)” (1,138 postings, 18.1%).
Employer corporate websites were the main source of over half of February’s online job postings.
- Employer corporate websites were the main source of 53.3% of February’s online job postings (4,117 postings).
- Service Canada Job Bank (614 postings, 8.0%) was also a significant source of online postings.
The Season of Father Christmas
We are thrilled to announce 2025 dates for Mahone Bay’s beloved Fall and Christmas festivals! The Scarecrow Festival is a fun-filled celebration of creativity and community. Then, get into the holiday spirit with the Father Christmas Festival, featuring festive flavours, cozy accommodations, shopping and the all the magic of the season. Don’t miss out on these signature events that capture the heart and charm of Mahone Bay!