Town News
PUBLIC WORKS – SAFETY UPGRADES
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- Published: Wednesday, 06 August 2025 09:25
The Town of Lunenburg’s Public Works Department recently placed concrete safety bumpers in select areas around town. The seasonal bumpers – to be removed during winter months – are an effort to improve public safety during the busier summer months.
It is hoped that the bumpers will allow for more space for pedestrian foot traffic at key intersections. Presently the bumpers can be found at:
- Both sides of King St. & Cumberland St. intersection
- Both sides of Rum Row & Bluenose Dr. intersection
Bay-to-Bay and Back Harbour Trail Closures
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- Published: Tuesday, 05 August 2025 16:26
As per the government of Nova Scotia’s announcement - hiking, camping, fishing and use of vehicles such as ATVs in the woods is banned as of 4 p.m. Tuesday, August 5, 2025, due to an elevated wildfire risk.
Camping in campgrounds is still permitted, but trail systems through woods are off-limits under the new rules. This includes the Back Harbour Trail and the Bay-To-Bay Trail. It does not include the Lunenburg Harbour Walk.
While the restrictions are in place, people can still access beaches and parks, but not the trail systems. Private landowners are free to use their own properties but cannot host others to use wooded areas of their properties.
These and other measures are in place on provincial Crown and private land until October 15 or until conditions allow them to be lifted. The fine for violating the restrictions is $25,000.
Additional Resources:
Woods restrictions proclamation:
https://novascotia.ca/natr/forestprotection/wildfire/woods-proclamation_2025-08-05.pdf
News release – Provincewide Burn Ban in Effect:
https://news.novascotia.ca/en/2025/07/30/provincewide-burn-ban-effect
Department of Natural Resources offices:
https://novascotia.ca/natr/staffdir/offices_map.asp
Natural Resources on X: https://x.com/NS_DNR
Council August Meeting Schedule
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- Published: Tuesday, 05 August 2025 11:23
Please note that there is no Committee of the Whole meeting on Aug. 5.
The next Regular Council Meeting will be held on Monday, August 19 at 6 p.m. The agenda will be available on Thursday, August 14.
Council meetings are open to the public and held at Town Hall. Please use the accessible entrance at 120 Townsend Street (rear entrance).
Meetings are also livestreamed via Zoom.
OVERNIGHT CAMPING IN LUNENBURG
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- Published: Friday, 01 August 2025 10:06
Statement on the Proposed Sale of the Old Train Station (18 Dufferin St.)
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- Published: Thursday, 31 July 2025 12:48
On June 24, the Town of Lunenburg’s Council held a public hearing to discuss the proposed the sale of 18 Dufferin Street (commonly referred to as the Old Train Station) to the Second Storey Women’s Centre, a nonprofit that has long leased the Town-owned building.
The proposed sale would see the property sold to the Second Story Women’s Centre at a price below market value - as allowed by the Municipal Government Act - in recognition of the community benefit provided by the Centre.
The proposal stems from a request from Second Story Women’s Centre, as they look to long-term stability by securing a permanent location with no fear of being displaced. The sale would ensure that these vital services remain in Lunenburg and this location provides a unique opportunity for discreet access for clients.
The situation and opportunity are the impetus for this proposed sale. Second Story Women’s Centre, being a non-profit, means that this sale would not require the process of putting out a RFP, as the Town has no interest in selling 18 Dufferin Street to a private developer.
2025 Town of Lunenburg Representative Volunteer of the Year
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- Published: Thursday, 31 July 2025 09:01
Each year, the Town of Lunenburg, the Mayor and Council recognize the extraordinary contributions of volunteers in our community.
In addition, a representative Volunteer is selected annually to be recognized at the Provincial Volunteer Awards ceremony.
This year, the Town of Lunenburg is pleased to announce Ellen Wathen has been named as the 2025 Town of Lunenburg Representative Volunteer of the Year!
The Town would also like to recognize the tremendous contributions from fellow nominees – Allan Richards, Tyler Smith, Janet Wells and Amanda Williams.
Ellen and her fellow nominees will be recognized at a Civic Volunteer Reception in the fall.
Congratulations Ellen, Allan, Tyler, Janet and Amanda!
About the Nominees:
Ellen Wathen was nominated based on her work with LAMP, Harbourview Haven, Boxwood and the Lunenburg County Music Festival.
Allan Richards has been a volunteer and committee member with the Lunenburg Academy Foundation for nearly a decade and was nominated in recognition of his wide range of contributions to the organization.
Tyler Smith has been actively involved with youth sports as both a coach and a volunteer for a number of years. He was also recognized for his work with Newcomer Community.
Janet Wells’ involvement with both the Lunenburg Community Garden Steering Committee and the Lunenburg Food Bank Society stretches back more than a decade.
Amanda Williams was nominated on the strength of her role as a board member with South Shore Sexual Health and her involvement with Lunenburg Pride and South Shore Queer Hockey.