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