Town News
Cultural Tourism Economic Impact Study
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- Published: Monday, 02 June 2025 14:32
The Town of Lunenburg, with support from ACOA, is working on a Cultural Tourism Economic Impact Study to better understand how cultural tourism supports our local economy, businesses, and community — and how we can continue to strengthen and grow it in ways that reflect who we are.
This study builds on the cultural tourism planning already underway. This work is rooted in the understanding that cultural tourism isn’t separate from Lunenburg’s identity; it’s built on it. Our culture, heritage, and way of life are what draw people here — and what make our tourism economy distinct and valuable.
Now, we’re taking the next step: identifying the cultural assets that define Lunenburg and quantifying their impact through an economic lens. This will help us better understand what supports our cultural tourism sector — and how to sustain and grow it for the future.
As part of this effort, we’re asking local businesses, employers, and self-employed individuals to complete a Business Survey about how cultural tourism affects their operations and livelihoods. Whether you’re directly involved in tourism or your work is influenced by it, your input is important.
Take the Business Survey here: [SURVEY: Help Shape the Future of Cultural Tourism].
The Business Survey is open until June 30 and will help guide future programs, policies, and support for the sector.
What’s next?
- In July, we’ll hold cultural resource mapping workshops to engage the community and gather local knowledge about the people, places, and traditions that shape Lunenburg’s cultural identity.
- A visitor survey will follow through July to September to help us understand what draws people here — and how we can enhance their experience.
Your voice matters. Help us shape the future of cultural tourism in Lunenburg — together.
Planned Outage Notification - Sunday, June 8th, 2025
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- Published: Monday, 02 June 2025 12:51
.A short, power interruption during the early morning of Sunday, June 8th is required for Nova Scotia Power to safely complete work to operationalize a new power substation in Martins Brook.
Residents in the community of Lunenburg can expect a power interruption to begin at 1:30 AM on Sunday morning and last for approximately 15 minutes.
Your support is appreciated as this important work is finalized.
PUBLIC WORKS NOTICE: Masons Beach Road Water Leak Repairs
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- Published: Sunday, 01 June 2025 14:01
UPDATE:
Public Works will be dealing with a water leak on Masons Beach Rd this afternoon. Work will likely start between 2:30-3:00PM.
People travelling through that area should use caution and follow signage.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation.
COMMITTEE VACANCY: Planning Advisory Committee (PAC)
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- Published: Thursday, 29 May 2025 14:04
The Town of Lunenburg is seeking one resident to serve on the Planning Advisory Committee (PAC), which advises Council on planning and development matters.
In the coming months, PAC will be especially active in reviewing proposed updates to the Municipal Planning Strategy (MPS) and Land Use By-law (LUB).
The MPS sets the long-term vision and policy direction for land use in the Town. The LUB turns that vision into action by establishing the specific rules for what kinds of development can happen where.
Time Commitment: Evening meetings once a month, with additional meetings as required.
To apply complete the online application form at: https://townoflunenburg.ca/town-committees-groups.html
Paper copies of the application form are available by contacting This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or calling 902-634-4410 x225.
Lunenburg Council Approves 2025/26 Town Budget
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- Published: Wednesday, 28 May 2025 12:15
Lunenburg Town Council approved the 2025/26 Capital and Operating Budgets for the Town, Water Utility, and Electric Utility at its May 27, 2025 Council meeting.
The balanced Town Operating Budget will be $11.32 million for the 2025/26 fiscal year. There will be no changes to property tax rates this year, as the residential rate will remain at $1.376 per $100 of assessment, and the commercial rate will stay at $3.358 per $100.
To read the full release click - pdf here(274 KB) .
The full budget documents are available here:
Fiscal 2025/26 Town Operating and Capital
UPDATE: Broad St. water service restored
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- Published: Wednesday, 28 May 2025 11:23
UPDATE - 2;50pm
Water service has been retored to Broad Street between Falkland Street and McKenzie Street. We appreciate everyone's cooperation and patience.
Now that the water service is back, we suggest running a cold water faucet into your bathtub or sink in case of any air discoloration until it runs normally.
Due to a water service repair, Public Works needs to turn the water off on Broad Street between Falkland Street and McKenzie Street to complete repairs, on Thursday May 29th from approximately 9am-3pm. The Public Works crew has gone door to door to notify the affected customers.
We appreciate everyone's cooperation and patience.
It is recommended that residents in the affected area turn off hot water systems as this outage continues. Once the water service is returned, we suggest running a cold water faucet into your bathtub or sink in case of any air discoloration until it runs normally.