Town News
TOWN HALL CLOSED FOR HERITAGE DAY - February 16
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- Published: Friday, 13 February 2026 15:07
Town Hall will be closed for Heritage Day on Monday, February 16 and will re-open at 8:30am on Tuesday, February 17.
Notice of Public Hearings: Proposed By-laws
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- Published: Thursday, 12 February 2026 15:27
Town of Lunenburg Council has given first reading to two proposed by-laws and will hold public hearings to gather community feedback as part of its regular Council meeting on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
The public hearings will take place at Town Hall (please use the back entrance on Townsend Street).
Proposed By-laws
The following by-laws are being brought forward for public input:
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Marketing Levy By-law
A proposed by-law to establish a 3% marketing levy on short-term accommodations within the Town, with funds dedicated to tourism promotion as permitted under provincial legislation. -
Tour and Horse-Drawn Vehicle By-law
A proposed by-law to replace the existing Hack and Trolley By-law and modernize the framework for licensing and regulating commercial tour vehicles and horse-drawn carriage operations, including strengthened animal welfare protections.
How to Participate
Members of the public may:
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In writing: Submit written comments by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by February 18, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.,
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In person: Attend the meeting in person and sign up to speak at the public hearing.
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Virtually: Members of the public may participate virtually by registering in advance.
To register, contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. no later than Monday, February 23 at 12:00 p.m.
More information on these proposed by-laws is available here: Proposed Bylaws
DELAYED OPENING - 9am - February 12
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- Published: Thursday, 12 February 2026 07:10
Due to the weather, Lunenburg Town Hall, the War Memorial Arena and the Community Centre will OPEN at 9am today - Thursday, February 12.
LUNENBURG'S VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION NOMINATIONS
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- Published: Wednesday, 11 February 2026 16:26
Do you know someone in the Town of Lunenburg who deserves to be celebrated for their exceptional volunteer work?
Each year, the Town of Lunenburg, along with the Mayor and Council, honours volunteers who make a significant impact in our community by offering their time and expertise to support local services and programs.
We invite you to nominate deserving volunteers to be recognized at the Town's Volunteer Appreciation event. Additionally, one outstanding volunteer will be selected as the Representative Volunteer of the Year and will be honored at the Provincial Volunteer Awards.
The Town of Lunenburg is celebrating its incredible community spirit through its Volunteer Awards program. These awards recognize the dedication of volunteers who make a difference in our town.
To nominate a outstanding individual for their selfless service and contribution to making Lunenburg a better place, download the Volunteer Nomination Form.
Please note, nominations are due by March 13th, 2026.
Please submit your nomination form to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
or mail to:
Town of Lunenburg,
c/o Jamie Deans,
Communications & Events Coordinator,
PO Box 129, Lunenburg, NS, B0J 2C0
https://townoflunenburg.ca/2091-volunteer-nomination-form-2026/file.html
TOWN HALL & Town FACILITIES CLOSING AT NOON - February 11
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- Published: Wednesday, 11 February 2026 11:12
EARLY CLOSURE NOTICE
Due to the weather, Lunenburg Town Hall, the War Memorial Arena and the Community Centre will close at NOON today - Wednesday, February 11.
Where possible, staff will continue to provide service while working remotely.
Support for Tumbler Ridge
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- Published: Wednesday, 11 February 2026 10:02
