The Town of Carbonear is seeking a Carbonear winter scene to use in our 2021 Town of Carbonear Holiday Greetings.
Appropriate artist credit will be acknowledged and an honorarium will be offered.
Photograph, textiles and paintings will be accepted for consideration.
Interested local artists are invited to submit their images to [email protected] by 4:30 p.m. Monday, November 15, 2021
A selection committee will review submissions & announce the chosen image in December.
We look forward to seeing your submissions!
On Wednesday, October 13, 2021, the newly elected Town of Carbonear council met to discuss Standing Committees and liaison appointments for the new Council.
Standing Committees and their terms of reference are very important to the timely moving of initiatives and operation of the Town. A Standing Committee is a consultative body that provides direction on policy development and provides recommendations for Council’s consideration. The decisions of all committees are subject to approval by Council.
As part of the regular Council meeting on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, the new chairs and members were announced.
The Town of Carbonear Regular Council Meeting Agenda October 26, 2021
During the summer of 2021, Jessica and Jacob recorded clips from the Ghost Hunting at the Rorke Store Museum. During the session, museum manager, Natalie Austin, and the summer museum students share historical info while local spiritualist, RJ, shares her impressions from a tour of the Rorke Store Museum. These Ghost Hunting sessions were open to the public following public health guidelines.
This weekend we have two different sporting events taking place at the Carbonear Pool and Recreation Complex. We’ve posted on our social media and our website as well.
The events and information on each follows:
School Sports NL 4A Boys Varsity Slo-Pitch Provincials:
8 teams from across the province.
This event takes place on Friday, October 22, 2021 and Saturday, October 23, 2021 (Rain Day will be Sunday, October 23, 2021)
Friday, October 22, 2021: (on 2 fields) – games start at 10:30 a.m.
Saturday, October 23, 2021: (on 2 fields) – games start at 9 a.m.
Championship game scheduled for Saturday, October 23, 2021
Poseidon Swim Club hosting Poseidon Fall Come Back Meet:
~ 200 swimmers from around the Avalon
This event takes place on Saturday, October 23, 2021 and Sunday, October 23, 2021
Road closure Notice for Wednesday, October 20, 2021:
A section of Highroad South, between Garlands Lane and Earles Lane will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, October 20, 2021 starting at 9 a.m. due to construction.
Detours will be place at Garlands Lane and Earles Lane.
Please reduce speed heading into this area, follow directions provided by flagpersons on site, and keep an eye out for crew.
October 12, 2021: Introduction of Season Two, the two co-hosts, Jessica Mercer and Jacob Dwyer share some of the topics to be covered this season, as well as their own favorite episodes.
The Bed Night Lunch Podcast Season Two Episode One
Welcoming Community Initiative Project Coordinator
PDF can be found here: Welcoming Community Project Coordinator Job Posting
The Town of Carbonear is currently accepting applications for a full-time, temporary, Coordinator to support our Welcoming Community Initiatives.
Work Hours: Full-time, 35 hours/week x 20 weeks
Hourly Rate of Pay: $16.50/hr
Position Summary:
The Welcoming Communities Initiative is a municipal driven project to address integration and retention needs in the town of Carbonear and area. The coordinator supports the development of this project by engaging stakeholders, developing identified community initiatives, and building on diversity/inclusion training. Members and stakeholders include, but are not limited to, schools, levels of government, professional associations, faith-based organizations, ethno-cultural organizations, and the community and social services sector.
Key duties and responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Qualifications:
– Minimum two years of post-secondary training in community development or a related field, or equivalent experience
– Demonstrated understanding and experience with community development processes and tools
– Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle
– Satisfactory vulnerable sector criminal record check
Application must be submitted by close of business 4:30 p.m. on Friday, October 29, 2021
Please submit your cover letter and resume via email or in person to the Town of Carbonear:
Welcoming Community Initiative Project Coordinator
Town of Carbonear
PO Box 999, 256 Water Street
Carbonear, NL A1Y-1C5
(Telephone) 596-3831 (Fax) 596-5021
Email: [email protected]
www.carbonear.ca
Thank you for your interest. Please note we do not accept phone calls and only those candidates that are chosen to move on in the hiring process will be contacted.
The Town office will be closed Monday, October 11, 2021 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.
The Town office will resume regular hours on Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at 8:30 a.m.
There will be a planned power outage at the Conception Bay Regional Community Centre today, Wednesday, September 29, 2021 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
This planned power outage is isolated to the Conception Bay Regional Community Centre.
The Official results for the 2021 Town of Carbonear Municipal Election are as follows: (both pdf and image)
Town of Carbonear Election Results by Zone 2021
Town of Carbonear Election Results 2021
Don’t forget!
Advance Poll is tomorrow, Saturday, September 25, 2021 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Conception Bay Regional Community Centre
Carbonear, NL, September 23, 2021 – On September 21, the Town of Carbonear council confirmed it will observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30, 2021 to honor First Nations, Innuit and Metis survivors and their families and communities. The Government of Canada passed legislation marking September 30 as a day to recognize and commemorate the history and legacy of residential schools as part of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s’ Call to Action.
“In the spirit of reconciliation and hope, the Town of Carbonear council encourage all residents to recognize residential school survivors and their families on September 30, 2021. I encourage all residents to show their support and learn more about the legacy of residential schools and wear orange in honour of #Everychildmatters on September 30, 2021”, says Mayor Frank Butt.
In recognition of the day the Town office and Operations and Public Works department will be closed. The Carbonear Pool and Recreation facility and programs will remain open. Garbage collection will continue as scheduled.
Water service will be returned at 6 p.m. this evening. See below for water shut off notice for Friday, September 24, 2021.
WATER SHUT OFF:
Highroad South construction crew will require an extended planned water shut off. The water shut off will start again at 9 a.m. Friday, September 24, 2021
This shut off will affect households south of Janes Ave. Area including Saddle Hill, O’Driscoll’s Lane, & South Side Lower (East of O’Driscoll’s Lane)
The shut off is expected to end by approximately 1:00 p.m.
There will be a water shut off from 9 a.m. to approximately 1:00 p.m. for the area indicated below.
WATER SHUT OFF:
Highroad South construction crew will require an extended planned water shut off. The water shut off will start again at 9 a.m. Wednedsay, September 22, 2021
This shut off will affect households south of Janes Ave. Area including Saddle Hill, O’Driscoll’s Lane, & South Side Lower (East of O’Driscoll’s Lane)
The shut off is expected to end by approximately 6:00 p.m.
Town of Carbonear Regular Council Meeting Tuesday, September 21, 2021 Agenda
Agenda can be found here: Town of Carbonear Regular Council Meeting Agenda September 21 2021
NOTICE: EXTENDED PLANNED WATER SHUT OFF
Highroad South construction crew will require an extended planned water shut off.
Water services should be returned to the area affected today by 6:30 p.m.
The extended planned water shut off will begin again starting at 9 a.m. tomorrow, Tuesday, September 20, 2021.
This shut off will affect households south of Janes Ave. Area including Saddle Hill, O’Driscoll’s Lane, & South Side Lower (East of O’Driscoll’s Lane)
The shut off for Tuesday, September 21, 2021 is expected to end by approximately 6:00 p.m.
Polling Stations in Carbonear are located at:
Highroad South construction crew will require a planned water shut off starting at 9 a.m. Monday, September 20, 2021
This shut off will affect households south of Janes Ave. Area including Saddle Hill, O’Driscoll’s Lane, & South Side Lower (East of O’Driscoll’s Lane)
The shut off is expected to end by approximately 6:00 p.m.
Eastern Health’s Pastoral Care, Ethics & Bereavement Services Department invites people grieving the loss of a loved one to join an online 8-week “Living with Grief Support Program.”
This information & support group is available in two timeslots.
The first timeslot meets by Zoom on Tuesday nights beginning October 5, 2021 from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. To register and receive the Zoom link for this group, please contact Jenna King-Poirier at 777-5908, or email us at [email protected].
The second timeslot meets by Zoom on Thursday afternoons beginning October 7, 2021 from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. To register and receive the Zoom link for this group, please contact Scott Parsons at 777-7611 or email us at [email protected].
PDF can be found here: 4 Bunker Hill_ Home based buusiness
PUBLIC NOTICE
Discretionary Use
The Town of Carbonear is in receipt of an application to operate a contracting business from 4 Bunker Hill. A home office will be located at 4 Bunker Hill only and the business operation take place at no specific address. This application is being considered as a discretionary use in a Residential Medium Density Zone. For further information on the application, please contact the Town Office at 709-596-3831 or by emailing [email protected].
Anyone with objections or representations must provide a signed written statement, including your name and street address to the Town of Carbonear no later than 2pm, Thursday, September 30, 2021.
Ms. Cynthia Davis, Chief Administrative Officer
Town of Carbonear P. O. Box 999, Carbonear, NL A1Y 1C5
Tel: 596-3831 Fax: 596-5021 E-mail: [email protected]
PDF can be found here: 147 Valley Road
PUBLIC NOTICE
Discretionary Development Proposal
The Town is in receipt of an application to place a portable shelter on the property at 147 Valley Road. This will result in a total floor area of all accessory buildings on the lot measuring 178m2. The maximum floor area is 81m2 for a single storey accessory building. Council has the discretion to approve a total floor area of greater than the maximum provided the lot size is greater than 1400m2 and the total lot coverage does not exceed 7% of the lot size. For further information on the application, please contact the Town Office at 709-596-3831 or by emailing [email protected].
Anyone with objections or representations must provide a signed written statement, including your name and street address to the Town no later than 2:00 pm on Thursday, September 30, 2021.
Ms. Cynthia Davis, Chief Administrative Officer
Town of Carbonear P. O. Box 999, Carbonear, NL A1Y 1C5
Tel: 596-3831 Fax: 596-5021 E-mail: [email protected]
Pdf can be found here: 50 Pike’s Lane
PUBLIC NOTICE
Discretionary Development Proposal
The Town is in receipt of an application to construct a shed on the property at 50 Pike’s Lane. This will result in a total floor area of all accessory buildings on the lot measuring 72m2. The maximum floor area is 50m2 for a two storey accessory building. Council has the discretion to approve a total floor area of greater than the maximum provided the lot size is greater than 1400m2 and the total lot coverage does not exceed 7% of the lot size. For further information on the application, please contact the Town Office at 709-596-3831 or by emailing [email protected].
Anyone with objections or representations must provide a signed written statement, including your name and street address to the Town of Carbonear no later than 2:00 pm on Thursday, September 30, 2021.
Ms. Cynthia Davis, Chief Administrative Officer
Town of Carbonear P. O. Box 999, Carbonear, NL A1Y 1C5
Tel: 596-3831 Fax: 596-5021 E-mail: [email protected]
PDF can be found here: Variance – Accessory Building Height 50 Pike’s Lane
Development Application Variance Request
50 Pike’s Lane
9/15/2021
A request has been submitted requesting permission to vary the maximum height for a two-storey accessory building from 6.1 m to 6.4 m. The Town can consider a variance that does not exceed 10% of the standards in the Development Regulations.
If you have objections or representations concerning building height, they must be received in writing in the form of a signed statement, including your name and street address to the Town Office at P.O. Box 999, Carbonear, NL A1Y 1C5 or by email to [email protected] no later than September 30, 2021 at 2 pm.
Information regarding the proposed variance request can be made to the Town Office at 709-596-3831 or by emailing [email protected].
In accordance with the Town’s policy, neighbouring properties are notified in writing by the Town of requests for variances to the development regulations.
Welcome back students, teachers and staff!
The Town office will be closed on Monday, September 6, 2021. The Town office will resume regular hours on Tuesday, September 7, 2021 at 8:30 a.m.
September 20, 2021: Carbonear (east of, & including, Bemisters Hill)
October 4, 2021: Carbonear (west of Bemisters Hill to Pondside Road & sideroads off Pondside Road)
October 18, 2021: Carbonear (south of, & including, Forest Road, London Road)
Please see Fall Programming Sept 2021 Final
PUBLIC NOTICE Discretionary Use
PDF can be found here: Discretionary Notice_66 Columbus Drive
The Town of Carbonear is in receipt of an application to operate an office from 66 Columbus Drive. This application is being considered as a discretionary use in a Commercial Highway Zone.
Anyone with objections or representations must submit them in writing, including your name and address, no later than 2:00 pm on Thursday, September 9, 2021 to:
Ms. Cynthia Davis
Chief Administrative Officer
Town of Carbonear
Carbonear, NL A1Y 1C5
Tel: 596-3831 Fax: 596-5021
E-mail: [email protected]
Stop by 163 Water Street over the next few days to see the artist exhibit “Remembrance” by Jackie Alcock.
Tournament schedule can be found here: Tournament Schedule August 28 29
WATER SHUT OFF:
Highroad South construction crew will require a planned water shut off starting at 9 a.m. tomorrow Friday, August 27, 2021
This shut off will affect households south of Janes Avenue.
The shut off is expected to end at noon. (If no other unforeseen issues).
PUBLIC NOTICE
Discretionary Use (PDF can be found here: 125 Columbus Drive Discretionary Use
The Town of Carbonear is in receipt of an application to operate a Massage Therapy Clinic (Rehabilitative Centre/Health Spa/Fitness Gym) from 125 Columbus Drive . This application is being considered as a discretionary use in a Commercial Highway zone.
Anyone with objections or representations must submit them in writing, including your name and address, no later than 2:00 pm on Tuesday, August 31, 2021 to:
Ms. Cynthia Davis, Chief Administrative Officer
Town of Carbonear
P. O. Box 999, Carbonear, NL A1Y 1C5
Tel: 596-3831 Fax: 596-5021
E-mail: [email protected]
Town of Carbonear Department of Operations and Public Works
NOTICE OF ROAD CLOSURE:
Friday, August 20, 2021
Construction work will take place on Industrial Crescent (at the intersection with Goff Avenue)
Residents accessing Industrial Crescent will need to use Powell Drive.
Please exercise caution in the area.
Nominations of candidates for election to the council for the municipality of Carbonear will be received between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. on September 2, 2021 at the Carbonear Council Office, Council Chambers.
Nominations shall be in writing and state the name and civic address of the candidate and shall be signed by the Proposer and Seconder both of whom shall be present together with the candidate who shall sign also signifying the candidate’s acceptance. In the event that a candidate cannot be present for a candidate’s nomination, the candidate’s proposer and seconder can complete the required form.
If the nomination is for a candidate running as a mayor in a separate election that position should be noted on the nomination form.
Every candidate shall at the time of the candidate’s nomination, deposit with the Returning Officer, the non-refundable sum of ten dollars ($10.00) for towns.
The qualifications of a candidate for election to council are as follows:
Update on Valleyview Heights and expanded area:
Please find the information on the Public Auction (Tax Sale) in the document below: Notice of Sale by Public Auction 2nd Auction August 11 2021
Please find the updated schedule of events here:
Traffic thoroughfare will be limited on Valley Road and Pike’s Lane on Monday, August 2, 2021.
Please exercise care when in this area, and follow the traffic directional signage in place
The 13th Annual World Cup of Tiddly Rules and Registration Form can be found here:
Carbonear World Cup of Tiddly 2021 Registration Form Team
CARBONEAR WORLD CUP OF TIDDLY RULES-2021
Information on Tiddly as well as the Rules and Registration Form can also be found here: https://carbonear.ca/things-to-do/festivals-events/
Discretionary Notice 33 Janes Avenue
PUBLIC NOTICE
Discretionary Development Proposal
The Town is in receipt of an application to construct an extension to the shed at 33 Janes Avenue. This will result in a total floor area of all accessory buildings on the lot measuring 99m2. The maximum floor area is 81m2 for a single storey accessory building. Council has the discretion to approve a total floor area of greater than the maximum provided the lot size is greater than 1400m2 and the total lot coverage does not exceed 7% of the lot size. For further information on the application, please contact the Town Office at 709-596-3831 or by emailing [email protected].
Anyone with objections or representations must provide a signed written statement, including your name and street address to the Town no later than 2:00pm on Thursday, July 22, 2021.
Ms. Cynthia Davis, Chief Administrative Officer
Town of Carbonear P. O. Box 999, Carbonear, NL A1Y 1C5
Tel: 596-3831 Fax: 596-5021 E-mail: [email protected]
Discretionary Notice 25 Gladstone Road
PUBLIC NOTICE
Discretionary Development Proposal
The Town is in receipt of an application to construct a chicken coop at 25 Gladstone Road. This will result in a total floor area of all accessory buildings on the lot measuring 72m2. The maximum floor area is 50m2 for a two storey accessory building. Council has the discretion to approve a total floor area of greater than the maximum provided the lot size is greater than 1400m2 and the total lot coverage does not exceed 7% of the lot size. For further information on the application, please contact the Town Office at 709-596-3831 or by emailing [email protected].
Anyone with objections or representations must provide a signed written statement, including your name and street address to the Town no later than 2:00pm on Thursday, July 22, 2021.
Ms. Cynthia Davis, Chief Administrative Officer
Town of Carbonear P. O. Box 999, Carbonear, NL A1Y 1C5
Tel: 596-3831 Fax: 596-5021 E-mail: [email protected]
Construction work will begin on Monday, July 19, 2021 in the following areas:
Marshall Drive
Valley Road
Highroad South
Please exercise caution in these areas
The Town of Carbonear Regular (Virtual) Council Meeting Agenda can be found here:
