Welcome to Pictou County!
Comprised of the five towns of New Glasgow (location of the Aberdeen Hospital), the County of Pictou, Pictou, Trenton, Stellarton, Westville, 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 and 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.
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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