Town of Windsor, Nova Scotia - Birthpalce of Hockey

Princess Windsor & Child Attendant 2010 - Applications now being accepted

The Town of Windsor and the Princess Windsor Committee are now accepting applications for candidates residing in Windsor and West Hants for Princess Windsor and the Child Attendant.

Princess Windsor candidates must be between the ages of 19 and 22, interested in representing their community as an ambassador, enjoy attending public events and interacting with others.  Deadline to apply is February 19, 2010.

Click on the following attachments for more information:
Candidate Application Princess Windsor 2010 (13.33 kB)
Child Attendant 2010 Nomination Form (38.88 kB)
Expression Of Interest 2010 (72.13 kB)

Volunteer Needed to serve on the Windsor Sewage Treatment Project Steering Committee

The Town of Windsor is seeking a volunteer to serve on the Windsor Sewage Treatment Project Steering Committee which will act as an advisory body to the Town of Windsor Council. Expressions of interest will be received at the Town of Windsor Administration Office until February 26, 2010 and should be directed to:

Windsor Wastewater Steering Committee
c/o Director of Public Works
Administration Office
100 King Street, Windsor, Nova Scotia
P.O. Box 158
B0N 2T0
Phone: 902-798-2275        Fax:  902-798-5679

Members will serve for the term of the project, expected to take two years to complete.  The Project will involve providing recommendations to Council regarding: design consultant selection, treatment process selection, facility site selection, construction activity oversight and budget control.

Winterpalooza2010

Incredible fun for the whole family - Winterpalooza 2010; February 10 - 14th!

Highlights include:
Fireworks display at Elmcroft Park
Seniors Crib Tournament:  Free soup & sandwich supper
The Business Challenge:  Local businesses compete in three days of wild activities

Don't forget our Big Saturday featuring a Giant Bounce Castle, Face Painting, Dance Dance Revolution, a Magic Show and more.  Followed by snow sculptures and games in Elmcroft Park on Sunday!

Click on the Winter Palooza Brochure 2010 (577.99 kB) for details.

For information and to get involved, call Jim at 798-1162.

Electronics Recycling - NEW ACEs Drop-off Location

Effective February 01st, New Boundaries at 79 Centennial Drive (off Wentworth Road) is the new Electronics Recycling Location (ACEs Drop-off Centre).  End-of-life electronics can be dropped off from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday to Friday and from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm on Saturday's.  PLEASE DO NOT leave electronic items outside the location after hours.

Some end-of-life electronic items include:
    * Desktop Computers/Computer Components
    * Portable Personal Computers
    * Monitors (no smashed monitors)
    * Televisions
    * Printers, Fax Machines and Scanners (includes Inkjet and laser toner cartridges)
    * Personal or Portable Audio and Video Playback/Recording Systems
    * Home Audio and Video Playback/Recording Systems
    * Home Theatre in a Box (HTB) Systems
    * Vehicle Audio and Video Systems (aftermarket)
    * Non-cellular Telephones and Answering Machines

More information is available on the "Solid Waste" page of our website.

Volunteer Awards Night - Nominations being accepted

Town of Windsor and the Municipality of the District of West Hants
April 18 - 24, 2010

We all know the expression that many hands make light work; well, now is your chance to nominate a volunteer within our community.  Nominations for the 2010 Windsor/West Hants Volunteer Reception are being accepted at the Municipal Office at 76 Morison Drive in the Windsor-West Hants Industrial Park, phone 798-6938 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Click on the Volunteer Nomination Form 2010 (44.44 kB) to download the application.  Forms are also available at the Municipal Office or the Town Office at 100 King Street.
The deadline for nominations is Monday, February 8, 2010

Windsor - Getting New Highway Signage

Windsor Town Council has approved the replacement of existing highway signage for Exit 6; welcoming motorists to our town.

March Break 2010 Day Camps

Around the world and back in just five days!!
Konichiwa, Kia Ora, Geia, Hola, Hello Explorers!  This March Break, Windsor Recreation is traveling around the world and back in just FIVE days!!!  If togas, pirates, snow, pinatas, and beaches are what you like, we have you covered!  Campers, pack your suitcases and join us in exploring the best, each of the following places has to offer (Mexico, Japan, Caribbean, Greece, AND of course, Canada). 

Click here to visit the Special Events section of the Recreation page for more detailed information (once on the page, be sure to scroll down until you see March Break Day Camps).

Day Camps - Grades 2 to 6, March 15 - 19th from 9 am - 3 pm at the Windsor Community Centre
Pre-register at the Town Office, 100 King Street or by calling 798-2275

Mayor's Task Force on Arts, Culture & Heritage

Windsor Town Council has a desire to restore the arts and culture to its former robust and rightful place in the Town’s rich history and heritage. It has also identified the need to focus on arts, culture and heritage as key components on an overall community and economic development strategy.

If you are interested in being a part of the Mayor's Task Force on Arts, Culture & Heritage, the application deadline is NOON, on Monday, October 26, 2009.  Click on the Application Mayors Task Force (96.54 kB) and Mayor's Task Force Arts & Culture Terms of Reference (17.5 kB) for more information.

New Fire Chief Appointed

At a regular meeting of Windsor Town Council on December 15, 2009, council passed a motion that Interim Fire Chief Burgess be appointed the new Fire Chief for the Windsor Fire Department (WFD).  Mayor Beazley says that, "Chief Burgess has earned the respect of Windsor Council and the CAO, and has demonstrated his ability over the past year."

Scott Burgess joined the WFD in July 1988 and has served as fire fighter, driver, lieutenant, captain, and deputy chief, as well as a member of the executive for 16 years.  Chief Burgess has definitely worked through the ranks in a field he has a strong passion for.  As one fellow WFD member pointed out, Chief Burgess pulled everyone together through former Chief, Fred Fox's illness.  Chief Burgess commented that he is "proud to accept the position; however, it is very unfortunate as to why it needed to be filled."  He also stated that he "knows he has big boots to fill but will commit to trying to fill them."  (Photo l - r:  Councillor Seeley, Mayor Beazley, Fire Chief Burgess, CAO Coutinho, Deputy Mayor Murley and Councillor Galbraith)

Events Calendar

The Town of Windsor encourages the promotion of special events on our website's calendar; however, we need you to provide us with those details.  So, if you are a local business, organization and/or club that has a special event that you would like promoted on the Town's website events calendar, please e-mail the website administrator at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it with the event description, date, time, location, & cost and it will be placed on the events calendar within three business days.  Also, be sure to include "For Events Calendar" in the subject line of your e-mail.
Come on, let's promote what our great town has to offer!

Shop Local - It Makes Good Cents!

Windsor Town Council encourages all citizens to shop local this holiday season.

The Town of Windsor is only as successful as our local businesses.  We all take great pride in having thriving business districts.  Local businesses are owned by people who live in Windsor, work here and invest in our future.
Your local businesses provide ongoing support to sports teams, community events, health care and educational programs.  To ensure their success and vibrancy, shop local this holiday season.

Olympic Torch Relay comes through Windsor 

Spirits were high as the Torch made its way through town on Friday, November 20, 2009.  Wentworth Road, O'Brien Street, King Street and Water Street drew crowds to cheer on the Olympic Torch Relay as it passed from one bearer to the next.  Click on the photo gallery link to view more Olympic Torch Relay images.  To continue to follow the Olympic Torch Relay and/or get more 2010 Olympic information, refer to the Vancouver 2010 website.