Warm wishes to all community members observing Winter Solstice and Yule. As we welcome the return of longer days, may this season bring renewal, reflection, and light.

There will be a Public Hearing Jan. 6, 2026, at 6 p.m. in Council Chambers (181 Coldbrook Village Park Drive) for a number of matters described in the below graphic. For more information, contact Peri Bowman at [email protected] or Alice Jacob at [email protected].

Just a friendly reminder of the Municipality’s holiday hours... Dec. 24 – Closing at 12 p.m. Dec. 25 – Closed Dec. 26 – Closed Dec. 31 – Closing at 12 p.m. Jan. 1 – Closed Other than that, it's business as usual weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The Municipality wishes a very Merry Christmas to all who celebrate. May your holiday be filled with peace, joy, and moments of connection with family, friends, and community.

Happy Kwanzaa from the Municipality! This week-long celebration honours African heritage and the Seven Principles that inspire unity, creativity, and collective responsibility. We send warm wishes to all community members observing Kwanzaa.

Hi folks! Municipal offices and worksites are closing at 2:00 P.M. today due to weather conditions. Staff are available via phone and email. Stay safe!

2026 dog tags are available now! Dog tags can help the Municipality reunite owners with lost or injured pets. Visit the Municipality's website to learn more about how to register your dog today: countyofkings.ca/dog-licensing

There will be a Public Hearing Jan. 6, 2026, at 6 p.m. in Council Chambers (181 Coldbrook Village Park Drive) for three Land Use By-law matters. For more information, please see the graphic below.

Read all about upcoming events and the latest municipal news in the January edition of the MOK Today e-newsletter: mailchi.mp/2529ed19311e/m…

Municipal Offices and worksites close at noon Dec. 31 and reopen at 8:30 a.m. Jan. 2. See you in the New Year! Wishing everyone a safe and peaceful 2026.

Municipal offices and worksites will open at 10:00 A.M. today due to road conditions.

We're hosting 2 District Meet and Greets in January: District 9 – Coun. Peter Allen Jan. 8, 2026, 6-8 p.m. White Rock Community Hall District 3 – Coun. Robbie Hiltz Jan. 22, 2026, 6-8 p.m. Woodville Community Centre More details below...

A Council meeting will immediately follow the 6 p.m. Public Hearing on Jan. 6. Join us in person at 181 Coldbrook Village Park Drive or tune in online through countyofkings.ca. Agendas: Public Hearing - ow.ly/GFnJ50XR5kl Council meeting - ow.ly/HfcH50XR5lJ

This day celebrates the birth of Louis Braille, who invented the Braille system when he was 15 years old. The day highlights the importance of accessibility, independence, and equal opportunities for people with visual impairments.

Ribbon Skirt Day, observed annually on Jan. 4, celebrates Indigenous culture and the significance of ribbon skirts worn by Indigenous women and girls. Learn more about the significance and revitalization of ribbon skirts from a Mi’kmaw perspective here: youtube.com/watch?v=kNXQro…

Join us Thursday in White Rock for a District 9 Meet and Greet at the White Rock Community Hall Jan. 8 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. It’s a chance to learn about municipal projects and services, ask questions and share feedback.

Save the date: Join us for the Municipality’s annual African Heritage Month Launch Monday, Feb. 2, at 6 p.m. We will come together to reflect on, and celebrate, the 2026 provincial theme: “Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose, Power, and Progress.”

On Jan. 6, Municipal Council approved the following applications described below, which will affect certain areas of the Municipality of the County of Kings. For more information, please contact the Municipal Clerk at [email protected]

Happening tonight: Join us at the White Rock Community Hall Jan. 8 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. for a District 9 Meet and Greet. It’s a chance to learn about municipal projects and services, ask questions and share feedback. Sign language interpreters will be available for the event.

A new financing program will help eligible residential property owners in the Municipality of the County of Kings improve their access to a clean and reliable water supply. For more about how it works, who can apply, and how to get started, visit: countyofkings.ca/water-supply-i….