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TOL ELECTRIC UTILITY TRANSFORMER CAPITAL UPGRADES - UPDATE
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- Published: Friday, 24 April 2026 10:24
This letter is to update customers that TOL Electric Utility Transformer upgrades have been completed in the 81W-231 feeder section and will now move onto feeder 81W-322 (Blue Rocks) at approx. 46 locations. The following roads will see crews onsite completing the next phase of upgrades.
Lunenburg – Blockhouse Hill Rd, Burma Rd, Sawpit Rd,
Blue Rocks – Blue Rocks Rd, Old Blue Rocks Rd, Hospital Rd, Schooner Ln, Rye Hill Rd, Shore Rd, Silver Point Rd,
During these upgrades, there will be times when short power outages are required; however, efforts will be made to minimize inconvenience to residents. Outage information will be provided by contractors, K-Line Construction, and/or town employees.
The safety of both residents and workers is a top priority. Please use caution when traveling through work zones. We appreciate your cooperation as we re-energize Lunenburg! If you have any questions, please contact Town Hall at 902-634-4410 ext 3.
This letter is to advise customers that TOL Electric Utility Transformer upgrades will begin April 27, 2026 and will continue late fall 2026.
The project will be completed in multiple stages, involving the installation of new conductors, poles, transformers, secondary power lines and services across all Town of Lunenburg Feeders. Work will begin on the 81W-231 feeder on the following roads/streets:
Green Street, Knock Lane, Morash Lane, Victoria Road and Wolff Avenue
During these upgrades, there will be times when short power outages will be required, however, efforts will be made to minimize the inconveniences to residents. Outage information will be provided by contractors, K-Line Construction, and/or town employees.
The safety of both residents and workers is a top priority. Please use caution when traveling through work zones. We appreciate your cooperation as we re-energize Lunenburg! If you have any questions, please contact Town Hall at 902-634-4410 ext 3.
Next Council: April 28, 2026 at 6 p.m.
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- Published: Thursday, 23 April 2026 13:25
The agenda for this meeting is now available: pdf 04 28 2026 Council Agenda(2.15 MB)
UPDATE ON THE INSTALLATION OF NEW WATER METERS
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- Published: Thursday, 23 April 2026 10:09
The Water Meter Project reached a significant milestone last week, breaking through 1,000 units installed/replaced! Thank you to everyone who has cooperated and proceeded with having a new water meter installed at their property to date.
A reminder to the 250 or so properties yet to proceed with the water meter installation that this is a mandatory program for all Water Utility customers. It is important that you book your appointments with Neptune Technology in the near future to meet the early May deadline for completion.
If you require details on how to do so, please contact the Water Utility at 902 634 4410 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Please Note: Not having the water meter installed may result in your service being suspended by the Water Utility, so we strongly encourage those with outstanding installs to make your appointment.
Notice of By-law Approval: Tour & Horse-Drawn Vehicle By-law
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- Published: Wednesday, 22 April 2026 14:49
At its meeting on April 14, 2026, the Town of Lunenburg Council approved the Tour and Horse-Drawn Vehicle By-law.
The by-law establishes an updated licensing and regulatory framework for commercial tour vehicles and horse-drawn carriage operations within the Town. It includes requirements related to operator licensing, vehicle authorization, approved routes and loading areas, and operational standards to support public safety, traffic management, and animal welfare.
The by-law also repeals and replaces the former Hack and Trolley By-law.
The full by-law can be viewed here: pdf Tour and Horse-Drawn Vehicle By-law(267 KB)
Licence Application Forms are available here: pdf Tour & Horse Drawn Licence Application(240 KB)
Lunenburg's Representative Volunteer of the Year Nominees
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- Published: Wednesday, 22 April 2026 14:16
News From The Maritime Municipal Electric Utility Alliance
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- Published: Monday, 20 April 2026 08:27
FEDERAL FUNDING BACKS MARITIME MUNICIPAL UTILITIES IN CLEAN ENERGY PUSH
April 20, 2026
BERWICK, N.S. – The Maritime Municipal Electric Utility Alliance (MMEUA) has secured federal funding for a project worth $505,000 to strengthen grid modernization and clean energy planning across its nine member utilities in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island.
The Government of Canada, through the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), is making a non-repayable contribution of $420,750 toward the initiative to help community-owned utilities plan smarter, invest more strategically, and develop new programs to help customers make the switch to cleaner, lower-cost electricity.
“Strong, resilient communities are built on smart, forward-looking investments here at home,” said the Honourable Sean Fraser, P.C., K.C., Member of Parliament for Central Nova, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency. “This support will help community-owned utilities deliver reliable, sustainable energy services. By building stronger local systems, we’re helping ensure Atlantic Canada, and Canada as a whole, has the capacity to power its own future and meet the needs of Canadians.”
For the customers and communities served by MMEUA members, the work means more reliable service, expanded electrification options, and utilities that are better equipped to keep rates competitive and infrastructure resilient for years to come.
“Small utilities have big roles to play in Canada's clean energy future,” said Glen Fillmore, Chair of the Maritime Municipal Electric Utility Alliance and Vice-President of Strategic Growth and Transformation at Saint John Energy in New Brunswick. “This investment deepens our ability to move forward together – sharper roadmaps, broader expertise and the kind of regional confidence that only comes from doing this as a team.”
Work under the initiative will include long-term infrastructure planning, operational benchmarking, enhancements to cybersecurity infrastructure and an electrification business plan to help member utilities capture new opportunities while serving customers through the energy transition.
“This is about making sure every utility in our Alliance – regardless of size – has what it needs to serve its community well into the future,” said Randy Delorey, Vice-Chair of MMEUA and Chief Administrative Officer for the Town of Antigonish. “Together, we can achieve what none of us could on our own.”
MMEUA brings together Saint John Energy, Edmundston Energy and the Perth-Andover Electric Light Commission in New Brunswick; municipal utilities in the Towns of Antigonish, Mahone Bay, Riverport, Berwick and Lunenburg in Nova Scotia; and the City of Summerside in Prince Edward Island.
“Grid modernization and electrification planning are community priorities, not just utility ones,” said Greg Gaudet, Executive Secretary of MMEUA and Director of Municipal Services for the City of Summerside. “The gains from this investment will be felt across the region.”
The MMEUA launched in February 2025 to give community-owned utilities a collective voice and shared capacity to lead in the clean energy transition. This initiative marks the Alliance's first major coordinated investment since its founding.
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About the Maritime Municipal Electric Utility Alliance
The MMEUA is a regional alliance of nine municipally owned electric utilities in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. Formed in 2025, the Alliance enables member utilities to collaborate on clean energy, grid modernization, operational excellence and customer-focused solutions while maintaining strong local connections and independence. Learn more at mmeua.ca.