The Village of Tatamagouche, in partnership with the Municipality of Colchester and the Tatamagouche Wellness Committee are seeking a

Municipal Physical Activity Leader (MPAL)

This full-time position is supported through the Province of Nova Scotia’s Municipal Physical Activity Leadership (MPAL) Program, which promotes a whole-of-community approach to active living.

The MPAL will lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Tatamagouche and Area Physical Activity Action Plan, working with residents, community organizations, municipalities, schools, workplaces, healthcare providers, recreation organizations, and other partners to create a healthy, active, connected community.

POSITION SUMMARY:

• Champion and coordinate the Tatamagouche and Area Physical Activity Action Plan.
• Identify community needs, priorities, barriers, and opportunities related to physical activity and active living.
• Build strong partnerships with community organizations, schools, workplaces, healthcare providers, recreation providers, municipalities, and other stakeholders.
• Engage residents and volunteers and build local capacity, leadership, and ownership of active living initiatives.
• Promote physical activity opportunities through social media, communications, presentations, outreach, and community events.
• Identify funding opportunities, prepare grant applications, manage budgets, and complete required financial and program reporting.
• Apply principles of equity, inclusion, accessibility, and community development, with a focus on reducing barriers to participation.

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:

Employment Status: Full-time (35 hrs/week)
Anticipated Start: November 2026
Salary Range: $40,000-$46,000 annually, plus benefits
Employment Status: Full-time (35 hrs/week)
Anticipated Start: November 2026
Salary Range: $40,000-$46,000 annually, plus benefits
Vacation: Two weeks paid vacation
Schedule: Monday–Friday, with occasional evenings and weekends as required
Travel: Occasional travel for meetings, training, programs, events, and other work-related activities

The MPAL will report to the Village of Tatamagouche Clerk/Treasurer and work closely with the Tatamagouche Community Wellness Committee, the Village, the Municipality of the County of Colchester, the Province of Nova Scotia, and community partners.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & ACCOMMODATION:

The Village of Tatamagouche, Municipality of the County of Colchester, and Tatamagouche Wellness Committee are proud to offer an equal opportunity employment environment and are committed to diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and equitable participation.
We can provide accommodations and supports for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation or support during the recruitment process, please let us know.

We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Applicants are invited to submit a resume and cover letter by Friday October 23rd to; activelivingtata@gmail.com

MPAL- JOB POSTING

MPAL- FULL JOB DISCRIPTION

TATAMAGOUCHE & AREA PHYSICAL ACTIVITY ACTION PLAN 2022

Brighter Community Planning & Consulting, on behalf of the YWCA Halifax, has applied for amendments to the Tatamagouche Land Use By-law so that a Commercial Day Care can be opened at 40 Blair Avenue.

The Tatamagouche Planning Advisory Committee will meet in the Tatamagouche Fire Hall at 202 Main Street at 3:00 pm on Monday, November 27, 2023, for a public meeting to review and discuss the proposed amendments necessary to allow this application to proceed.

ATTENTION ELECTORS:

There is currently an open Commission Seat, which will be filled at the next monthly meeting, Thursday, November 9th at 7:30 PM.

This is a term position.

There is one nominee set to attend.

Questions to be directed to the Clerk Treasurer at clerk@villageoftatamagouche.com.

Bringing our services on the road! MP Dr. Stephen Ellis & staff will be holding a Pop Up Constituency office on Thursday, October 12th 11am – 3pm at the North Shore Rec Centre, 30 Blair Ave. Tatamagouche

Plan It Colchester Municipal Planning Strategy Engagement

The Municipality of the County of Colchester is launching Plan It Colchester – a project to develop a County-Wide Municipal Planning Strategy (MPS) and Land Use Bylaw (LUB). Much of the County is unplanned, resulting in an organic form of growth and development over the years. Colchester, like the rest of Nova Scotia, has seen a recent population increase, and with a growing population comes pressure for new development. Without planning in place, communities have no say in where and how their communities grow and change. 

Recognizing the changing dynamics of development in Nova Scotia, the Provincial Government passed Bill 58 in 2018, an amendment to the Municipal Government Act that requires every municipality to develop and adopt planning that meets the minimum planning standards. This project will bring Colchester County into compliance with the new provincial regulations, while also presenting an important and exciting opportunity for residents to help shape the vision for the future of their communities. Plan It Colchester will rely heavily on feedback from the community to help shape the vision, guiding principles and policies that will determine how the Municipality grows and develops.

For more information, a survey, online interactive map and upcoming public meetings, check it out online at www.colchester.ca/plan-it-colchester.

Our quaint, little village radiates a palpable artistic and historical ambiance. In keeping with modern times, however, Tatamagouche is also a progressive and diversified community, boasting an impressive number of businesses and services.

Located on the warm waters of Northumberland Strait, Tatamagouche is close to beautiful beaches, golf courses, and a ski hill, as well as being a destination for hunting, fishing, and off road enthusiasts.

Offering a wide range of things to see and do for our many visitors, as well as a long list of amenities to our residents, Tatamagouche is a self-sufficient and growing community.

So, whether you’re looking for a tourist destination, or a place to put down roots, come and browse our site, and discover why Tatamagouche is just a great place to be.