Pictou Funeral Home Obituaries, There are a total of nineteen guides in this series; one for each of the eighteen counties, and one for the City of Halifax. The contents of each guide will assist genealogical researchers by providing quick access via a standard list to specific sources available at the Public Archives of Nova Scotia (PANS). Aug 19, 2025 · Discover the best things to do in Pictou, Nova Scotia—from historic ships to soft-serve stops and beach walks on the Northumberland Shore. Nestled along Nova Scotia’s Northumberland Shore, the Town of Pictou radiates timeless maritime charm and hospitality. The Town of Pictou, located on the beautiful Northumberland Shore of Nova Scotia, Canada, is renowned as the "Birthplace of New Scotland" as it was here where the first wave of Scottish immigrants landed in 1773. Over 250 years ago, the first wave of Scottish settlers arrived on its shores aboard the sailing Ship Hector, receiving help from the Mi’kmaw people. Prior to the arrival of Europeans, Pictou, as was the rest of the Atlantic provinces, was the domain of the Mi’kmaq nation. Each summer since 1934, the town has celebrated its marine heritage with the Pictou Lobster Carnival. Jun 28, 2002 · Pictou County Solid Waste (PCSW) is a waste management service, providing a biweekly collection of residential waste, including garbage, recyclables, and compost. It is bounded by the Northumberland Strait, Antigonish County, Guysborough County and Colchester County. 0ye, 8f9, db, dlc, hwn, fx, gsk5ei, u3jk, yb, ktlo3,