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    Welcome to
    Pictou County

    Welcome to Pictou County!

    From the sense of belonging fostered by our close-knit community to the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those you serve, there’s no better place to grow both personally and professionally.  Comprised of the five towns of New Glasgow (location of the Aberdeen Hospital), Pictou, Trenton, Stellarton, Westville, the Municipality of the County of Pictou, and Pictou Landing First Nation, Pictou County is ideally situated along the Northumberland Strait. You’ll find a welcoming community with hard-working and down-to-earth people, enjoying a balanced lifestyle.

    Just minutes from beautiful beaches, join us to fill your lungs with salty sea air and enjoy the urban-rural mix that Pictou County has to offer. In your practice, enjoy a collegial atmosphere with access to the tools you need to do your job.

    Rich in culture, entertainment, and history, come and build the fast- or slow-paced life you desire in Pictou County.

    Download our ‘Your Practice Made Perfect’ guide HERE!

    Ideally situated along the Northumberland Strait, close to the airport, ferries and neighbouring provinces.

    Explore our shore HERE

    Why Pictou County?

    • Safe communities and low crime rates
    • Affordable cost of living
    • Great schools and passionate educators
    • Special supports for families with special needs
    • Welcoming and collegial people
    • Year-round activities comparable to urban centres for sports, culture, arts, music and more
    • Fresh seafood and a variety of cuisines
    • Opportunities for youth employment and recreation
    • A sprawling coastline with the warmest salt waters north of the Carolinas
    • Close to airport, ferries and neighbouring provinces

     


    There's never a shortage of things to do in this vibrant and welcoming community, with many amenities and programs you might be surprised to find in a rural area.

    Read more >

    Thrive both personally and professionally. Pictou County is the perfect place to advance your career, nurture a growing family, and build a life you love.

    Read more >

    Through supportive networks and a spirit of openness, you'll find a true sense of belonging and connection.  Pictou County is a place where everyone feels at home.

    Read more >

    Welcome to Pictou County!

    From the sense of belonging fostered by our close-knit community to the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those you serve, there’s no better place to grow both personally and professionally.  Comprised of the five towns of New Glasgow (location of the Aberdeen Hospital), Pictou, Trenton, Stellarton, Westville, the Municipality of the County of Pictou, and Pictou Landing First Nation, Pictou County is ideally situated along the Northumberland Strait. You’ll find a welcoming community with hard-working and down-to-earth people, enjoying a balanced lifestyle.

    Just minutes from beautiful beaches, join us to fill your lungs with salty sea air and enjoy the urban-rural mix that Pictou County has to offer. In your practice, enjoy a collegial atmosphere with access to the tools you need to do your job.

    Rich in culture, entertainment, and history, come and build the fast- or slow-paced life you desire in Pictou County.

    Download our ‘Your Practice Made Perfect’ guide HERE!

    Ideally situated along the Northumberland Strait, close to the airport, ferries and neighbouring provinces.

    Explore our shore HERE

    Why Pictou County?

    • Safe communities and low crime rates
    • Affordable cost of living
    • Great schools and passionate educators
    • Special supports for families with special needs
    • Welcoming and collegial people
    • Year-round activities comparable to urban centres for sports, culture, arts, music and more
    • Fresh seafood and a variety of cuisines
    • Opportunities for youth employment and recreation
    • A sprawling coastline with the warmest salt waters north of the Carolinas
    • Close to airport, ferries and neighbouring provinces

     


    There's never a shortage of things to do in this vibrant and welcoming community, with many amenities and programs you might be surprised to find in a rural area.

    Read more >

    Thrive both personally and professionally. Pictou County is the perfect place to advance your career, nurture a growing family, and build a life you love.

    Read more >

    Through supportive networks and a spirit of openness, you'll find a true sense of belonging and connection.  Pictou County is a place where everyone feels at home.

    Read more >


    Interested in practicing in Pictou County?
    Contact us to discuss potential opportunities.

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    • Primary Healthcare
    • Medical students and residents
    • Aberdeen Hospital
    • Our Foundations
    • Locum Opportunities in Pictou County
    • Why Pictou County

    • Live
    • Grow
    • Belong
    • About Nova Scotia & Canada
    • Explore Pictou County in 360°
    • How we can help

    • Support for local students
    • Welcome to Pictou County Guide

    • Contact

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