Aylesford Lake Public Beach is closed until further notice due to a report of blue-green-algae.
Access to the Aylesford Lake Public Beach will be restricted during this closure; however, the boat launch will still be accessible. More information about blue-green-algae can be found at https://novascotia.ca/blue-green-algae/.


News & Updates

Public Swimming Area at Aylesford Lake Beach Closed Until Further Notice
Monday, June 15, 2026
The swimming area at Aylesford Lake Beach remains closed until further notice due to a sighting of suspected blue-green algae. Please read this Municipal Advisory for more information.

Aylesford Lake Public Beach Open for 2026 Season
Monday, June 8, 2026
Aylesford Lake Public Beach opened for daytime use from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday June 1 and will soon be open weekends and evenings. As of June 13, the public beach will be open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, with lifeguards on site from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. every day starting June 14. For more about this popular recreation destination, check out this Municipal News article.

By-law 93 & 98 Notice for Second Reading
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
On May 19, 2026, Municipal Council gave first reading to amend By-law 98, the Wastewater Sewer By-law. On June 2, 2026, Municipal Council gave First Reading to amend By-law 93, the Private Road Maintenance and Improvement Charge By-law. Click the link above to review the notice of Council's intent to consider the amended By-laws on July 7, 2026, in accordance with section 168(2) Municipal Government Act.

May 2026 Fast Facts from Council
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Fast Facts from Council Chambers is a brief overview of key takeaways from Council meetings held in May 2026. Read all about it in this Municipal News article.

Municipality Awarded Additional $595,000 through Federal Housing Accelerator Fund
Thursday, May 14, 2026
The Municipality of the County of Kings is one of 32 municipalities in Canada selected to receive additional funding through the federal Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) program. Read all about it in this Municipal News article.

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