The Town of Truro has various equipment available for rent, free of charge. See details below. 

Winter Equipment

• Classic Cross Country Skis: We have skis, boots, and poles that will fit adults and children no smaller than 60 lbs.
• Skate Skis: We have a very limited quantity of skis and boots.
• Snowshoes: We have a limited quantity ranging from children to adult size.

The above equipment is available on the following pick-up/return schedule:
- Pickup Thursday between 9:30 am-4:00 pm - Return Monday between 9:30 am-4:00 pm
- Pickup Friday between 9:30 am-4:00 pm - Return Tuesday between 9:30 am-4:00 pm

We also have the following equipment available:

• Sledges: We have sizes ranging from children to adults. Must be pre-booked.
• Snowcoaches: One size fits most. Must be pre-booked.
• Ice-Skates: We have sizes ranging from children to adults, available to be borrowed directly from the Colchester-East Hants Public Library. Skates are available free of charge, but you must have a Library Card for rental. For more information watch the video at Skate Loan Program on Facebook.
       ▪ 2 Day Loan - with your library card on the followings days:
           ▪ Tue's: 5:00-7:30pm
           ▪ Wed's: 5:00-7:30pm
           ▪ Fri's: 1:00-4:30pm
           ▪ Sat's 10:00am-2:00pm
       ▪ What you need to know:
           • Skates can be borrowed by anyone ages 14 and up.
           • You need a library card to borrow, but signing up is quick and easy.
           • Borrow up to two pairs at a time.
           • Return to the outdoor skate return bin, or at the front desk during skate loan hours.

Summer Equipment

The following equipment is available to borrow free of charge:

• Washer Toss
• Bocce Ball
• Yard Jenga
• Giant Lawn Checkers
• Giant Lawn Chess, Parachute
• Small Pylons
• Flag Rugby
• Ladder Ball
• Giant Badminton Racquets
• Regular Badminton Racquets
• Flying Ring Golf

For more information on renting any of the above equipment, please contact Truro Parks, Recreation and Culture at 902-893-6078.

Adaptive Recreation Equipment 

The Adaptive Recreation Equipment Loan Program is for those who experience physical challenges or for any individuals who would benefit from using the equipment.  

This program provides opportunities to borrow a variety of equipment. If you are interested in borrowing a piece of equipment for the first time, we recommend that you contact Recreation Therapy – Pediatric Rehabilitation at the IWK Health Centre for an initial assessment at (902) 470-3840. 

We have the following equipment available:

• Hippocampe (child and adult) 
• Duet-Cycle
• Sledges
• Snowcoaches
• Tomato Seats
• Skate Helper Skate Aids (available while using Colchester Legion Stadium)

Do you know someone who loves to volunteer? Did you know that the Town of Truro and the County of Colchester partner to celebrate the volunteers in our communities? All volunteers that are nominated are recognized for thier hard work and dedication to their respective causes.

To nominate someone, please complete the attached nomination form and submit it to the Town of Truro or the County of Colchester. The individual's or group's volunteer commitment can be in any field, i.e. hospital service, schools, library board, coach, recreation, service clubs, etc.

pdf Volunteer Nomination Form (982 KB)   - Deadline 4:30 p.m. May 3, 2024

Previous Award Recipients:

2024 - Nevin Jackson
                                                                                    

2023 - Reham Al Radi

2022 - Harold 'Butch' Borden

2021 - Glenn MacKinnon 

2020 - Jax Gaudet

2019 - Robert Fulton

2018 - Chestnut

2017 - Glenda Kent

2016 - Jude Clyke

2015 - Charlotte MacQuarrie

2014 - Larry Anthony

The Town of Truro launched its Art Acquisition Program in 2006 in an effort to create and maintain a collection of visual art which reflects the unique historical and artistic development of Truro. Visual artists - painters, sculptors, carvers, potters, rug hookers, quilters, photographers and others - are invited to submit an application to display their work at a public gallery showing in April of each year.

One artist will have his or her work selected to be added to the Town’s permanent art collection.

pdf Town of Truro Art Acquisition Application 2025 (233 KB)

Past Winners

• 2024: "Low Tide" by Sara Sehl & "Entwined" by Donna Vigliucci
• 2023: "Autumn Reds" by Rob Shaw & "Aurora Borealis" by Ursula Ryle-Gulliver
• 2022: “Victoria St Beauties” by Sheila Newell & “Checking It Out” by Keith Cheyne
• 2021: Art Acquisition Cancelled
• 2020: Art Acquisition Cancelled
• 2019: "Come Together" by Rob MacCormack and Pamela Sutherland 
• 2018: "First United Church" by Jen Power
• 2017: “Moon over Marsh” by Christene Sandeson and “A Canada Story” by Alison Fielding
• 2016: “Dusk on Esplanade” by Ron Hazell
• 2015: “Call to Duty” by Janice Stewart and "Mister Stanfield" by Anna Fullerton
• 2014: “Old Truro Train Station (circa 1928)” by Diane Redden
• 2013: “Winter Light” by Pamela Swainson
• 2012: “The First Obstacle” by Jo-Ann Shaw
• 2011: “View Toward Onslow” by Richard Wenzel
• 2010: “Willena Beatrice Jones” by Janice Guinan 
• 2009: “Spring Garden” by Holly Lennox
• 2008: "Can't You Hear the Whistle Blow" by Lorinda Antonello Regan
• 2007: "Victoria Park" by Deanna A. Boucher