Laid back. Rural. Brimming with history, natural and architectural beauty, and a vibrant arts and culture scene. This is Annapolis County, at the western end of the Annapolis Valley.
Established in 1759, Annapolis County took its name from the Town of Annapolis Royal, which had been named in honour of Queen Anne of Great Britain and Ireland. In 1837, Annapolis County was divided into two and became Annapolis and Digby counties.
Relaxed work-life balance
Today, Annapolis County embraces thousands of years of Mi'kmaq heritage and over 400 years of European settlement.
A mostly rural county of about 20,000 people, the area is a mixture of spectacular natural beauty, liveable communities (in 2004, Annapolis Royal was judged the most liveable small town in the world), modern infrastructure, beautiful heritage homes, Canada's oldest National Historic Site, lakes, rivers and beaches, hiking trails, and so much more.
It's also only two hours from Halifax, the largest urban centre in Atlantic Canada, and from Halifax Stanfield International Airport and the International Port of Halifax.
Within Annapolis County, Bear River First Nation and the Towns of Annapolis Royal and Middleton are governed independently. The rest of the county, including communities such as Bridgetown and Lawrencetown, is governed by the Municipality of the County of Annapolis.
Come and find out for yourself why Annapolis County is a place where you can create a well-rounded, relaxed work-life balance.
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