Municipal
Shaping the Future of Your Community: Share Your Voice in the Regional Service Commission Survey
Regional Service Commissions were created by the Province of New Brunswick in 2013 as part of their Action Plan for local governance. Miramichi River Valley’s RSC is the Greater Miramichi Regional Service Commission (GMRSC). The role of the RSCs is to deliver, or facilitate the delivery of, mandated and voluntary services to communities while acting…
Read MoreWeekend of Events Scheduled for Miramichi River Valley Canada Day Celebrations
The Rural Community of Miramichi River Valley has an exciting weekend of events planned to celebrate the Canada Day long weekend! Friday, June 30 8:00 PM • Live Entertainment and Fireworks Live entertainment begins at 8:00 pm at the Municipal Park, 158 Main Street in Blackville and continues throughout the evening. Blackville Fire Department will…
Read MoreExtended Summer Hours Now in Effect for Miramichi River Valley Municipal Office
UPDATE: As of Tuesday, July 4, regular hours are back in effect. Monday to Friday from 8:00 am until 4:00 pm. The office is closed between 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm for lunch. The Miramichi River Valley Municipal Office has extended hours for the summer months of June, July and August. The office is now…
Read MoreAnimal Control Assistance Available in Miramichi River Valley
If you require assistance with animal control in the Miramichi River Valley area, the NBSPCA offers their services to residents 24/7. Simply dial 1-877-722-1522 to reach them. Please note that our contract with the SPCA covers the entire area, with the exception of Blackville. This arrangement was established before the new entity took over, and…
Read MoreGreater Miramichi Planning Services Offers Digitalized Building Permit Obtainment Process
Apply for a Building Permit Online The Greater Miramichi Planning Services use a cloud-based e-permitting software called Cloudpermit. This system digitalizes the building permit process and will eventually help them go completely paperless. With Cloudpermit, you can: Need additional assistance? Their Building Inspection Services department is happy to answer your questions in person by appointment,…
Read MoreMiramichi River Valley Municipal Office Offering Extended Hours for Summer Months
UPDATE: As of Tuesday, July 4, regular hours are back in effect. Monday to Friday from 8:00 am until 4:00 pm. The office is closed between 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm for lunch. The Miramichi River Valley Municipal Office will offer extended hours for the summer months of June, July and August. The office will…
Read MoreHousehold Hazardous Waste and E-Waste Spring Collection
The Greater Miramichi Regional Service Commission is hosting a Household Hazardous Waste and E-Waste Spring Collection on Saturday, May 27 from 8:00am until 12:00pm at 360 Newcastle Blvd. in Miramichi (St. Mary’s Catholic Parish parking lot). Please note that this is a residential collection. Commercial and industrial waste will not be accepted. Household Hazardous Waste:…
Read MoreMiramichi River Valley Council Honours Firemen with Appreciation Dinner
On Saturday, May 6, the Miramichi River Valley municipal council hosted a Firemen Appreciation Night at the Renous Recreation Center. Firefighters from all three departments in the region – Blackville, Renous and Sunny Corner – were in attendance. Also present at the event were Miramichi River Valley’s Mayor Kevin Russell, Deputy Mayor Morgan Vickers, councillors…
Read MoreSpring Clean Up set for Week of May 29 – June 2 in Miramichi River Valley Communities
The Spring Clean Up for the Miramichi River Valley region will be held during the week of May 29 – June 2, 2023 (during the regular collection day for all areas within the region). This collection will include yard waste (boxed, bagged or tied in three foot length bundles); stoves, refrigerators, freezers, barbecues, bicycles, beds,…
Read MoreMiramichi River Valley Employment Opportunity: Casual/Call-In Municipal Enforcement Officer (Animal Control)
The Rural Community of the Miramichi River Valley is presently accepting applications for the Casual/Call-in position of MUNICIPAL ENFORCEMENT OFFICER (ANIMAL CONTROL). Key Responsibilities An Animal Services Officer is a compassionate, understanding, and empathetic individual who is empowered to enforce the municipal animal by-law. Duties will include, but not be limited to documenting and investigating complaints…
Read More