In response to on-going reports of property damage to Town and private property, and in response to escalating nuisance party by-law infractions, the Town of Wolfville has installed targeted video camera systems as part of a one-year pilot project.

The goal of the pilot is to cause a reduction in the amount of property crime and nuisance party by-law infractions within a one year period with the use of the video cameras and the data they will collect.

Video cameras have been installed on the poles in front of:

• 6 Bay Street
• 9 Fairfield Street
• 26 Gaspereau Avenue
• 10 Harbourside Drive
• 54 & 24 Highland Avenue
• 17 Hillside Avenue
• 434 Main Street
• 18 & 4 Prospect Street
• 16 Summer Street

Residents are reminded that nuisance parties, property damage, vandalism and theft need to be reported to the RCMP.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this always be monitored?

These cameras are not actively monitored, and the footage will only be viewed upon report of a crime or violation.

Where is the data stored?

Data is stored using a secure VMS system (Video Management Software) called Milestone, which is used by Law Enforcement Agencies in Canada. All video footage will be stored in a Microsoft facility in Toronto, Canada. This is a secure Azure hosting facility with Enterprise grade security.

Who has access to this?

Only individuals authorized by the Town’s Chief Administrative Officer will be able to access this data.

How can I access this footage?

For third party access to digital recordings, parties may submit an application pursuant to Part XX, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy, of the Municipal Government Act.

Why is the town proceeding with this pilot project?

The Town of Wolfville is proceeding with this project in response of on-going reports of property damage, vandalism, safety complaints, and theft.

Property damage includes the on-going removal of street blades/signs and traffic signs, which poses an on-going safety risk to both residents and visitors. Residents have also reported an increase in property damage including damage to cars, theft of patio furniture, business signs and on-going vandalism.

Wolfville, NS – A water conservation advisory issued on August 17 for Wolfville residents and businesses is expected to remain in effect for a number of weeks.

The water conservation advisory was issued after a problem was discovered with the source water pumping system that supplies the Town’s reservoir. A repair providing a temporary fix is holding-up, but this only provides a interim solution. A permanent fix requires parts that remain scarce due to supply chain impacts, so until this fix happens, the Town is watching water levels closely and asking both residential and commercial users to limit use of water.

Water conservation will look different for each Town water customer but easy ways to help include choosing showers over baths, wearing clothes a few more times before washing them, flushing your toilet less frequently, stop watering your lawn and garden, and please stop washing cars. Commercial users are asked to make usage decisions that reflect their individual needs and production requirements.

In addition to these recommendations, the Town has temporarily closed the Willow Park Splash Pad and halted irrigation programs.

“We continue to urge all residents and business owners to be mindful with water use,” Wolfville Mayor Wendy Donovan explained. “Water levels in our reservoir are our primary concern so conservation efforts must continue.”

There is no impact to the water quality, just the quantity. Updates will continue to be provided at www.wolfville.ca as they become available.