Are you a senior? Are you a winner?
Winner! Winner! Chicken Dinner! for Seniors (55+) - kindness of the Kentville Lions' Club.

Knowing that grocery prices are going up, and pensions are fixed, we will be holding a Chicken Dinner for Seniors - freewill (pay what you can). A delicious dinner of chicken with potatoes, peas and carrots, gravy and a sweet and tasty desert will be on the menu.

February 21 at the Kentville Lions' Hall (78 River Street) from 12PM to 2:30 PM.

Please call Myrna at 902 679 5861 to reserve your spot and let us know how many you are bringing. Or email myrna_pleasant70@hotmail.com
Looking forward to seeing you.

Let's get outdoors together! Whether you're a classic skier, skate skier, or new to the sport entirely, we've got you covered.

Cross Country Nova Scotia, Valley Pride, and the Town of Kentville welcome 2SLGBTQIA+ community members and family to join us in a morning of cross-country skiing and fun at the Kentville Rec Hub. Drop in on Sunday, February 22nd between 11am and 12:30pm. We will provide classic ski gear and basic instruction for free!

Accessibility Notes:
-Bathrooms are inclusive and have ramp access.
-If you have any accessibility needs, please reach out to claire.miner@dal.ca. We have a few kick sleds and sit skis that can be great alternatives for those with mobility issues, or anyone who wants to try an alternative to traditional skis.

Bonus: Many of our CCNS team are 2SLGBTQIA+ members and are so excited to get to ski with you!

Although this is a free event, we kindly ask that you register to ensure that we have enough equipment for everyone!

Please provide your approximate shoe size, age, and weight if you feel comfortable doing so. We ask for this information to gather the appropriate equipment. 

Visit kentville.ca/programs to register

We heard you wanted another Pop Up Sledding Party so here you are!

Sunday, February 22 from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm at Oakdene Park we will be cruising down the hill and enjoying some fire roasted s'mores.

All ages, free, fun! February isn't over yet, let's show up together!

If you have any sleds to donate to the Sled Shed (at Burgher Hill) we welcome this whole heartedly!

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Land Use Bylaw Amendments

TAKE NOTICE that Kentville Town Council will be holding a PUBLIC HEARING on Monday, February 23, 2026 at 4pm in Council Chambers of Town Hall, 354 Main Street, Kentville, NS. Council intends to consider at this meeting the following proposal:

Planning Application: The Town of Kentville is considering a proposed amendment to its Municipal Planning Strategy, Land Use By-law, and Subdivision By-law that would allow, under specific conditions, the issuance of development permits prior to final subdivision approval. The intent of this amendment is to enable housing construction to proceed concurrently with infrastructure completion, while maintaining municipal oversight and safety standards.

Any interested persons who wish to speak on the matter are welcome to attend and make their opinions known to Council. Visual presentations, such as PowerPoint, and written submissions must be provided to staff before 12pm on the business day immediately preceding the Hearing.   

The applications are posted on the Town website at: www.kentville.ca/planning-applications

Further information may be obtained by contacting:
Darren Shupe
(902-679-2529)
dshupe@kentville.ca

Kentville residents elect six councillors and the mayor every four years during municipal elections. This team meets each month during the Council Advisory Committee (CAC) meeting with directors to understand town operations, and to receive recommendations from staff. At the end of each month, council considers these and other recommendations and makes decisions in the best interest of the town.

Both the CAC and council meetings are open to the public, either live at Town Hall or online using YouTube.

All council meetings are available on the town's YouTube channel.

BACK AGAIN! The Lions' successful Indoor Yard Sale is back for the new year on February 28. 9:00AM to 2:00PM

Lots of treasures to be found! New and used items: crafts, jewelry and household items. Full canteen available and 50/50 draw.
$2 admission going to the good work of the Kentville Lions Club.

Tables are $10 each.

To book a table contact Myrna at 902 679 5861 or myrna_pleasant70@hotmail.com

Join Kings Tabletop and Boardgames Society with a wide range of games - stop by for an hour or stay all day! All ages are welcome, children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. 

Drop-in and free will donations to the Spike Fund are accepted. 

February 28, 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm 

Kentville Rec Centre