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Darren Boates Acclaimed as Middleton Town Councillor
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Darren Boates Acclaimed as Town of Middleton Councillor
Middleton, NS – The Town of Middleton is pleased to announce that Darren Boates has officially been acclaimed as the newest Town Councillor following the close of the candidate withdrawal period for the recent municipal by-election.
A lifelong resident of the area, Mr. Boates brings both previous Council experience and a strong connection to the community as he returns to municipal government. He previously served two terms on Middleton Town Council and has remained actively engaged and interested in local issues, community development, and the continued growth of the Town.
Professionally, Mr. Boates has spent many years working in the automotive industry in management and customer service roles. Through his work, he has developed experience in leadership, problem solving, communication, and working closely with people in the community.
Outside of his professional and public service roles, Mr. Boates is a familiar face in the community and can often be found enjoying Middleton’s green spaces and walking his dog throughout town.
“I’m grateful for the opportunity to serve the residents of Middleton once again,” said Boates. “I look forward to working collaboratively with Council, staff, and the community to help support the town’s future growth and continue building a strong and welcoming community.”
Mayor Gail Smith welcomed Mr. Boates’ return to municipal government and noted the value of his previous Council experience.
“We are pleased to welcome Darren back to Middleton Town Council,” said Mayor Gail Smith. “His previous experience, community knowledge, and commitment to the Town will be valuable as Council continues working on important initiatives and planning for Middleton’s future.”
Mr. Boates will officially join Middleton Town Council following the swearing-in process. Additional details regarding the swearing-in ceremony and upcoming Council meetings will be shared as they become available.
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Media Contact:
Gina Pearson
Communications Coordinator, Town of Middleton
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Notice - Street Sweeping Occurring
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Please be advised that street sweeping will take place on Bridge Street and throughout the downtown core twice during the week of May 18–22, during overnight hours. Throughout this week, Public Works has completed most of the street sweeping in Town.
One night will be dedicated to completing Bridge Street, and the second night will focus on the downtown core.
Please note that small piles of dirt may remain near the curb following sweeping operations. These will be collected by Public Works the following day.
For Immediate Release - Town of Middleton Receives Additional CMHC Housing Accelerator Funding
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Town of Middleton Receives Additional CMHC Housing Accelerator Funding
Middleton, NS – The Town of Middleton has been awarded an additional $160,000 in funding through the Government of Canada’s Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF), administered by the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC).
This additional funding was awarded following the Town’s submission of a sixth initiative under its Housing Accelerator Fund Action Plan. In 2024, the Town was originally awarded $993,015 through the program to support five housing-related initiatives focused on increasing housing supply and improving development processes.
The newly approved sixth initiative focuses on advancing planning work in the Northlands area through updates to the Town’s Municipal Planning Strategy (MPS) and Land-Use Bylaw (LUB) to support increased residential density and future housing development opportunities.
At a Special Council Meeting held on May 4, Middleton Town Council approved awarding a contract to Brighter Community Planning and Consulting to complete the work associated with Initiative Six. The project will include a review of the Town’s draft secondary planning strategy, additional public engagement opportunities, and consultation with Parsons Investments Ltd. regarding future development plans in the area.
“This additional funding allows the Town to continue building on the momentum of our Housing Accelerator Fund initiatives,” said Mayor Gail Smith. “Housing availability and growth remain important priorities for Middleton, and this work will help ensure the Town is planning proactively for future development.”
The housing accelerator fund is a federal initiative designed to help municipalities accelerate housing development, remove barriers to growth, and encourage the creation of complete, sustainable communities.
Further information regarding public engagement opportunities related to the Northlands planning work will be shared as the project progresses.
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Media Contact:
Gina Pearson, Communications Coordinator
Town of Middleton
Additional Information:
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation News Release - https://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/media-newsroom/news-releases/2026/rewarding-communities-getting-more-homes-built-canadians
Municipal Awareness Week
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It’s Municipal Awareness Week! For the next week, we will be sharing information on what the Town of Middleton does as municipal government and highlighting different areas of municipal government and sharing more about the work that happens behind the scenes to support our community.
Monday, May 11:
Municipal government plays a major role in the services and infrastructure people rely on every single day - often behind the scenes. From the water you drink and the roads you drive on, to snow clearing, parks, infrastructure projects, planning, and public spaces, municipalities help keep communities running.
In Middleton, Town staff, Council, and regional partners work together to support the day-to-day operations that help make our community safe, connected, and functional year-round.
Tuesday, May 12:
Ever wonder how decisions get made at Town Hall? From identifying community needs to public input, Council discussions and implementation - there’s a full process behind every project, policy and budget decision.
Municipal government is about more than what you see on the surface. It’s planning, research, accountability, public engagement and working together to keep our community moving forward.
Transparency matters and so does your voice.
Wednesday, May 12:
Today, we’re highlighting just some of the work happening behind the scenes at Town Hall every single day. From maintaining infrastructure and monitoring water systems to planning events, preparing reports, supporting development, managing budgets, and keeping residents informed - municipal government plays a role in many of the services people rely on daily.
A lot happens behind the scenes to help keep Middleton running smoothly - often in ways people never see.
Thursday, May 13:
Ever wonder which level of government is responsible for what?
Today, we're highlighting the different roles of federal, provincial, and municipal governments, and how they work together to support communities across Canada.
Municipal governments are the closest level of government to residents and are responsible for many of the day-to-day services people rely on locally, from roads and water services to parks, recreation, and community planning.
Friday, May 15:
As Municipal Awareness Week comes to a close, we wanted to highlight the people and departments working behind the scenes every day to help keep Middleton running smoothly.
From recreation programs and community events, to financial planning, communications, infrastructure, water systems, and day-to-day operations - municipal government involves many moving parts, and every department plays an important role in supporting our community.
Thank you for following along with our Municipal Awareness Week posts and for supporting the work happening across the Town of Middleton!
Voting List Information for the Special By-Election
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The Town of Middleton has created the first version of the voter list (also known as the Preliminary Electors List) for the Municipal Special By-Election happening on June 13, 2026.
If you live in Middleton and are eligible to vote, you should check to make sure your name is on the voter list and that your information is correct.
If your name is missing or something needs to be fixed (like your address), you can contact the Returning Officer by:
- Phone
- In person at Town Hall
When you contact the Returning Officer, they'll ask for:
- Your name
- Your address
- Your date of birth
You can reach the Returning Officer at:
- Phone: (902) 825-4841 ext. 111
- Email:
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. - In person: Town Hall, 131 Commercial Street, Middleton
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4:00pm
Candidate Information Sessions
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There will be three Candidate Information Sessions for residents of Middleton that have interest is submitting Nominations for the Special By-Election. The following dates and times are available:
Monday, May 11
6:00pm-7:00pm
Town Hall Council Chambers - 131 Commercial Street
Tuesday, May 12
9:00am-10:00am
Town Hall Council Chambers - 131 Commercial Street
Wednesday, May 13
7:00pm-8:00pm
Virtual Session
Registration is required. To register, email:
