Digby is a town in southwestern Nova Scotia, located within the historical county of Digby. It is a separate municipality from the Municipality of the District of Digby. The town sits on the western shore of the Annapolis Basin, near the entrance to the Digby Gut, the passage that connects the basin to the Bay of Fundy.
Location and Geography
Digby’s position on the western shore of the Annapolis Basin places it near one of the region’s most notable geographic features, the Digby Gut. This narrow channel serves as the connection between the Annapolis Basin and the broader waters of the Bay of Fundy. The town’s relationship with these surrounding waterways is a defining characteristic of its setting in southwestern Nova Scotia.
Municipal Structure
As a Canadian town, Digby holds its own distinct municipal status, separate from the surrounding Municipality of the District of Digby. Both the town and the district municipality fall within the boundaries of the historical county of Digby, which covers a portion of southwestern Nova Scotia. This arrangement reflects a governance structure common to many communities across the province, where an incorporated town operates independently from the broader rural district that shares its name.
Regional Context
Digby is situated in the southwestern part of Nova Scotia, a region that borders the Bay of Fundy. The town’s location near the entrance to the Digby Gut positions it at a notable point where the sheltered waters of the Annapolis Basin meet the tidal forces of the Bay of Fundy. The historical county of Digby, within which the town is found, encompasses this corner of the province.