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BERWICK APPROVES 2026-27 OPERATING AND CAPITAL BUDGETS, FOCUS ON INFRASTRUCTURE

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Published: Wednesday, 15 April 2026 13:32

NEWS RELEASE

Town of Berwick

236 Commercial Street,

PO Box 130 Berwick,

Nova Scotia,

B0P 1E0

berwick.ca

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 15, 2026

BERWICK APPROVES 2026-27 OPERATING AND CAPITAL BUDGETS, FOCUS ON INFRASTRUCTURE

The Town of Berwick approved the 2026-27 operating and capital budgets at a special Town Council meeting on March 31, 2026. The balanced budget was approved with 1.24% increase to the residential rate and a 3.83% increase to the commercial tax rate. The Commercial Rate matches the average commercial tax rate across all Nova Scotia Towns for 2025-26. Council sought community feedback through public information sessions and roads was the number one issue. The paving budget has been increased by $150,000 to improve a section of south Commercial Street and patching on Foster Street.

We are pleased to be able to approve the budget and set our tax rate for the upcoming year. We had a very open and engaging session with the public, council workshops and public council meetings to get us to this point. Our budget commitment has been ‘Investing in Our Future’ and we are committing to major infrastructure upgrades, fixing our roads and setting aside funds for future major projects. Many thanks to staff and council for the time and effort in creating this budget.
The Town of Berwick’s Council is committed to being fiscally responsible with your tax dollars, while also balancing the needs of the community. Approximately $85,000 will be transferred to Operating Reserves, and $100,000 will support capital projects directly.

- The new residential tax rate will be $1.628 per $100 of assessment value - The commercial tax rate will be $4.070 per $100 of assessment value The highlights of the Town of Berwick’s 2026-27 budget include:
- Investment in our Wastewater Treatment Plant
- Mill and Pave of Commercial Street from Grandview Manor driveway to north of Orchard Street
- Repaving 970 ft of MacIntosh Street
- Significant patching on Foster Street and restriction of heavy vehicles such as transit buses


For more information, and to view the full approved 2026-27 municipal budget, visit berwick.ca/2026-27budget.html


Media Contact


Mike Trinacty Mayor,

Town of Berwick

902-994-1958

2026-04-01 Special Election Press release

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Published: Wednesday, 15 April 2026 12:14

NEWS RELEASE
Town of Berwick
236 Commercial Street, PO Box 130
Berwick, Nova Scotia, B0P 1E0
berwick.ca


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


Berwick, Nova Scotia – The Town of Berwick announces that a special municipal
election will be held to fill a vacancy on Town Council following the resignation of
Councillor Justin Serino.


In accordance with the Municipal Elections Act, Council has initiated the process to
hold a special election to fill the vacant Councillor position for the remainder of the
current Council term.


Mayor Mike Trinacty acknowledged Councillor Serino’s contributions to the
municipality and expressed appreciation for his time in office.


“On behalf of Council, I would like to thank Councillor Serino for his commitment
and leadership during his time on Council. His service as Chair of the Police
Advisory Board demonstrated a strong dedication to community safety and effective
oversight of policing services in Berwick. We wish him all the best.”


Regular polling day for the special election has been set for Saturday, June 20,
2026, with nomination day taking place on Tuesday, May 25, 2026. Voting will be
done by electronic means (internet and telephone), beginning Saturday, June 13,
2026.


Residents are encouraged to check the Town of Berwick’s website and social media
for updates and information about the upcoming special election.


Media Contact


Mike Trinacty
Mayor, Town of Berwick
902-994-1958


Summer Concert Series 2026

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Published: Wednesday, 08 April 2026 09:01
The Town of Berwick is seeking musical entertainment to perform during our weekly Concert Series this summer (July-September 2026).
Performers must be able to provide a 55-minute set, have experience playing for a public audience (100+ people), and be available to perform on Thursday evenings. Bands must supply their own instruments and sound equipment.
Selected applicants will be paid $300 (total) for groups of 2 or fewer members, and $500 (total) for groups of 3 or more members.
Concerts will take place on Thursday evenings, with times between 6:00 and 8:00 PM. In the event of inclement weather, concerts may be rescheduled to the following Sunday afternoon.
Please send a short biography highlighting past performances, the name of your band, the types of music played, contact information, and the number of band members to with the subject line “Concert Series Performer” Also, include any Thursday dates that you are unavailable between July 1 and September 30, 2026.
Deadline to apply: Friday, April 24, 2026, by 2:30 PM.
Please note: Inquiries will only be accepted by email at this time, to ensure fairness across the board.

🚧 Proposals Invited: Asphalt & Paving Services 🚧

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Published: Wednesday, 01 April 2026 10:46

The Town of Berwick is inviting qualified contractors to submit proposals for asphalt and paving services throughout the Town.

This contract includes various paving and repair work and will extend through March 31, 2027.

Closing Date: April 13, 2025 at 2:00 PM (local time)
Submit to:

Interested proponents are encouraged to review the full tender document for complete details and submission requirements.

Asphalt & Paving Services

Easter Events 2026

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Published: Wednesday, 25 March 2026 10:30
There are a number of fantastic community events taking place over the Easter weekend.
The Town has made the decision to pause the Bunny Hop this year to ensure our support is focused on the many local organizations already planning and delivering events. Berwick is fortunate to have such dedicated volunteers, and we want to ensure their events remain the focus of the weekend.
The Town of Berwick is proud to support the Venturers’ Kids Dance, the Berwick Lions Community Breakfast, and the Berwick Legion Community Easter Egg Hunt.
We look forward to seeing you in Berwick next weekend!
 
Easter Weekend Community Events

Summer Employment: 2026

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Published: Thursday, 19 March 2026 13:53

Come work with us this summer!

The Town of Berwick is hiring youth ages 15-30 for a variety of summer jobs. If you’re energetic, enjoy working with people, and want to make an impact in your community, we want to hear from you.

We are hiring for:
• Summer Day Camp
• Recreation Intern
• Parks Maintenance
• Museum & Tourism

Job terms: Most positions are 9 weeks, while some are 12 weeks.
All positions are subject to budget and grant approval.

Application deadline: April 3, 2026

Apply now: https://forms.office.com/r/dMrXWde3wN

Questions? Email with the subject line “Summer 2026”