Town of Quispamsis
12 Landing Crt E2E 4R2 Quispamsis, NB, Canada

It has been over 30 years since the murder of 14 young women at Polytechnique Montréal on December 6, 1989. This act of violent misogyny shook our country and led Parliament to designate December 6 as The National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women. Our flags will be at half mast on Sunday as we remember:... Geneviève Bergeron Hélène Colgan Nathalie Croteau Barbara Daigneault Anne-Marie Edward Maud Haviernick Maryse Laganière Maryse Leclair Anne-Marie Lemay Sonia Pelletier Michèle Richard Annie St-Arneault Annie Turcotte Barbara Klucznik-Widajewicz As we mourn their loss and honour their memory, we reaffirm our commitment to fight the hatred that led to this tragedy, and the misogyny that still exists today. In Canada and around the world, women, girls, LGBTQ2 (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, two spirit) and gender diverse individuals face unacceptable violence and discrimination. Gender-based violence in Canada has been magnified and amplified by the COVID-19 pandemic. There have been reports from police services, shelters and local organization of an increase in calls related to gender-based violence across Canada during the pandemic. The National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women is about remembering those who have experienced gender-based violence and those who we have lost to it; it is also a time to take action. Working together we can help prevent and address gender-based violence by remembering and learning from our past, listening to survivors, and speaking up against harmful behaviour.

Quispamsis staff members took part in the Tanya Shand Memorial Fund’s "Light Up The Town Purple" event in support of Hestia House. A total of $400 was raised through individual donations.

Town Council meeting Dec. 1/20.

The roundabout on the Gondola Point Arterial is open. If you're unfamiliar with roundabouts, here are some rules to keep in mind: As you approach a roundabout, reduce your speed, check for signage, watch for pedestrians and be prepared to stop. Yield the right-of-way to vehicles already in the roundabout which will be approaching immediately from the left. The vehicles already in the roundabout have the right-of-way, so you may have to stop.... When there is a sufficient opening in the traffic, enter into the roundabout to your right, and drive counter clockwise. Once you are in the roundabout, follow the steady flow of traffic. You cannot pass another vehicle or stop in the roundabout unless it is necessary to avoid an accident. If you miss your exit, you can do an extra trip around the traffic circle in order to get another opportunity to exit the intersection. Always use your signal light as you leave the roundabout. Our friends in Moncton have created a helpful roundabout video, available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lWbAOQNodwc

November is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The Tanya Shand Memorial Fund, in partnership with the Kennebecasis Regional Police and the Atlantic Superstore in Rothesay, is Lighting Up The Town Purple in support of Hestia House, shelter for women and children leaving abuse. Members of the KRPF D Platoon presented Quispamsis Mayor Gary Clark with strands of purple lights in recognition of the town’s donation. From the left are Aux. Cst. Bob MacFarlane, Cst. Todd Carr, Cpl. Kelley McIntyre, Mayor Clark, Cpl. Tom White and Cst. James McKay.

Mayor Gary Clark and Rothesay Mayor Nancy Grant took part in the Remembrance Day ceremony at the Kennebecasis Legion.

Since we cannot gather as a community this Remembrance Day, Mayor Gary Clark and Town Council ask you to take a moment to reflect. #LestWeForget

Quispamsis Christmas Quest will soon be ready for viewing. This year, beginning on Dec. 19, you and your family/bubble can enjoy a drive to view the various creations by Quispamsis residents and businesses. Everyone is encouraged to register their display for this special event via email ([email protected]) by Tuesday, Dec. 15. There's no charge to participate, and the length of time your display remains in place is up to you. Five $100 Sobeys gift card prizes are ...being provided by the Fundy Wellness Network for each category - Best Christmas Spirit, Best Audio, Best Lighting, Best Interactive and Best Commercial - and will be awarded just in time for Christmas. This is one of the safe, touchless special event opportunities created by our Community Services Department. Addresses of the participating properties will be available at toq.maps.arcgis.com beginning Dec. 18. Viewing participants MUST remain in their vehicle at all times. See more

We're hiring a seasonal labourer in our Public Works Department. Find out more information here: https://quispamsis.ca/town-hall/employment-opportunities/

TRAFFIC ADVISORY - Pettingill Road will be subject to traffic delays between Hampton Road and Greenwood Drive from 3-7 am on Thursday. The road milling, paving and restriping work is being done in the overnight hours to minimize disruption.