Welcome Home to Pictou County, Nova Scotia 2020

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PICTOU COUNTY BUCKET LIST SAILING BROWN SAUCE PIZZA A Pictou County staple – we have something unique to brag about. Read more on page 69.

A fantastic way to enjoy the water – check out page 72 to learn more about our wharves and marinas for your chance to hit the waters.

LEARN HOW TO SWIM AT THE YMCA They offer lessons for children and adults.

In Pictou County we are incredibly fortunate to have so many activities, events and opportunities right here in our own back yard. We asked locals,

PULSE PICTOU COUNTY ACTIVITIES AND GET TOGETHERS A network of young people working to help our community thrive through social, community, professional development, athletics and wellness initiatives.

CAMPING ON PICTOU ISLAND Check out Pictou Island Wooden Tents for a unique experience.

“What’s one thing you haven’t tried in Pictou County that you want to?” You might be inspired to start

DANCE CLASSES There are dance studios, programs and classes for all ages and abilities.

VISIT A U-PICK Enjoy selecting your own strawberries or pumpkins.

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ART CLASSES We have many incredible local artists, many of whom offer classes and workshops for the aspiring artist. Check out Creative Pictou County to join others from the arts community. SNOWSHOEING We have lots of trails for snowshoes and crosscountry skis. No equipment? No problem. You can borrow equipment from our local libraries and municipal recreation programs.

County bucket list.

NEW GLASGOW FARMERS’ MARKET EVENTS Aside from our treasured Saturday mornings at the market, the New Glasgow Farmers’ Market also hosts a variety of events.

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KAYAKING We have many waterways and spaces to launch non-motorized watercraft and enjoy a paddle.

JOHNNY MILES RUNNING EVENTS Pictou County has renowned running events and running groups for all skill levels.


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Pictou County Bucket List

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pages 88-92

Day Trips

4min
pages 86-87

For Museum Enthusiasts and History Buffs

2min
pages 82-83

Arts and Culture

3min
pages 80-81

Weather and the Seasons

2min
pages 64-65

The Ocean is Calling Your Name

1min
pages 70-71

Fun on the Water

2min
pages 72-73

Food and Flavours

2min
pages 68-69

Climate Change and Action

1min
page 63

Sports and Recreation

2min
page 78

The Great Outdoors

3min
pages 74-75

Wildlife and Furry Friends

1min
pages 76-77

Where to Find Local News

1min
page 61

Senior Living

2min
page 55

The Literary Scene in Pictou County

2min
page 60

Pictou Antigonish Regional Library (PARL

2min
pages 58-59

Newcomer Services and Sponsorship

1min
pages 56-57

Local Lingo

1min
page 54

For the Young, and Young-at-heart

1min
pages 52-53

Getting Involved – Volunteering

2min
pages 50-51

Social Enterprises and Supports

1min
page 48

Bills and Utilities

1min
page 37

Shopping in Pictou County

4min
pages 44-45

Levels of Government in Canada

2min
page 36

Resources for Job Seekers and Employers

1min
page 43

Getting Around Pictou County

2min
page 35

Child Care

2min
page 34

Education and Schools

3min
pages 32-33

Health Care – The Aberdeen Hospital

4min
pages 28-31

Safety, First Responders, Emergency

4min
pages 26-27

Housing in Pictou County

2min
pages 24-25

Town of Westville

2min
pages 22-23

Town of Pictou

2min
pages 16-17

Town of Stellarton

2min
pages 18-19

Town of Trenton

1min
pages 20-21

Town of New Glasgow

2min
pages 14-15

Municipality of Pictou County

2min
pages 12-13

Life in Pictou County – Welcome Home

3min
pages 6-7

History of Pictou County

2min
pages 8-9

Pictou Landing First Nation

1min
pages 10-11
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