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Nomination Period is Open: 2024 Municipal Election

Lunenburg’s next municipal election is on October 19, and we’re now accepting nominations for the following positions:

  • 1 Mayor
  • 6 Councillors
  • 1 Conseil scolaire acadien provincial (CSAP) Member

If you’re interested in running, you must file your nomination papers between August 29 and September 10. To do so, please schedule an appointment with our Returning Officer at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 902-521-0016.

We’ll be updating our list of official candidates on our website as nominations come in, so stay tuned: https://townoflunenburg.ca/elections.html

Committee of the Whole Meeting: Sept. 3

Council meets as Committee of the Whole on Tuesday, Sept. 3 at 6 p.m.

A Committee of the Whole meeting is a session where the entire Council meets in a less formal setting to discuss and debate issues in detail. No decisions are made at these meetings.

The agenda for this meeting is now available:  https://app.bitly.com/Bn96ipuhake/links/bit.ly/3z1515Z/details

Council Highlights: August 13

The Council Highlights from the last meeting are available here: Council Highlights

PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING

A public participation meeting will be held by the Town of Lunenburg’s Planning Advisory Committee in the Council Chamber, Town Hall, 120 Townsend Street at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, August 21st, 2024.

This meeting is an opportunity for you to share your thoughts on the following amendments:

  • Amend the Town’s Municipal Planning Strategy and Land Use By-law to redesignate the following lower Green Street properties (see map below): PID 60052495, PID 60052503 (rear and front portion), PID 6005251, PID 60052529, PID 60052537, PID 60052552, PID 60487857, PID 60052586, and PID 60052594 to Residential (RES) and rezone them Lower Density Residential (RL).
  • Amend the Town’s Municipal Planning Strategy to be consistent with the Old Town Lunenburg Heritage Conservation District Plan and By-law.
  • Amend the Town’s Municipal Planning Strategy and Land Use By-law to allow Development Agreements on lands purchased from the Town.

There are many ways you can submit feedback to the Committee. You can email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or mail comments to 119 Cumberland Street, P.O. Box 129, Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, Canada B0J 2C0. Please remember that written comments become part of the public record. For written comments to be included in the Committee meeting agenda, please submit them by 12:00 pm on August 14.

You can also present in person on August 21. There is no need to sign up in advance to speak. A signup sheet will be available in Council Chambers on August 21; anyone can sign up to present. Please use the Townsend Street entrance. We hope to see you there!

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Next Council Meeting: August 13 at 6 pm

View the agenda package:   

pdf 08 13 2024 Council Agenda (14.78 MB)

2024 Municipal Election

Are you passionate about our community and interested in making a difference? The 2024 Municipal Election is just around the corner, and we're looking for dedicated individuals to run for Mayor or Councillor in the Town of Lunenburg!

Key Information:

  • Nomination Period: August 29 - September 10, 2024
  • Election Day: October 19, 2024
  • Advance Voting: October 10 - 18, 2024

Being part of the Town Council is a rewarding opportunity to represent your community, introduce new ideas, and influence positive changes. Whether you have a background in community involvement, volunteer work, or simply a passion for local issues, your skills and dedication can make a real impact.

To help you get started, we have prepared a comprehensive Candidate Information Guide. This guide includes everything you need to know about running for office, from the duties and expectations of council members to the nomination process.

Download the Candidate Information Guide here: https://townoflunenburg.ca/information-for-candidates-2.html

Find out more information on the upcoming election here: https://townoflunenburg.ca/elections.html

For additional questions or more information, please contact our Returning Officer at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 902-634-4410 x 240.