Public Notices
Council advances Municipal-Wide Land Use Plan
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The Municipality of the District of Lunenburg has reached a key milestone in its Municipal-Wide Land Use Planning Project, as Council has approved First Reading of a proposed new Municipal Planning Strategy (MPS) and Municipal-Wide Land Use By-law (LUB) during its meeting on June 9, 2026.
A Public Hearing has been scheduled for June 25, 2026, where residents will have the opportunity to provide formal input before Council considers adoption.
Launched in 2020, the Municipal-Wide Land Use Planning Project aims to guide how land is used and developed across the Municipality, supporting vibrant, sustainable communities while meeting provincial requirements under Nova Scotia legislation.
A key component of the project is the introduction of zoning across the entire municipality, meaning every property will be assigned a zone. This will provide greater clarity for property owners and help manage future development.
Public Information Sessions & Public Hearing
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First Reading Passed and Public Hearing Notice:
Please take notice:
On June 9, 2026, Municipal Council conducted First Reading of the proposed replacement Municipal Planning Strategy and new Municipal-Wide Land Use By-Law. Council passed motions to give notice of its intention to repeal and the existing Municipal Planning Strategies (By-law 035) and Municipal-Wide Land Use By-law (By-law 049), including all subsequent amendments, and replace them with the new Municipal Planning Strategy (MPS) and Municipal-Wide Land Use By-Law (LUB).
TWO PUBLIC INFORMATION SESSIONS will be held regarding the proposed final draft of the Municipal Planning Strategy and Municipal-Wide Land Use By-Law. The purpose of the Information Sessions is to present the proposed documents to the public and provide residents with an opportunity to learn more about the proposed regulations.
MARC site improvements underway
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Visitors to the Municipal Activity and Recreation Complex (MARC) will see new activity at the heart of the park this summer as construction begins on modern facilities designed to better support park operations and seasonal recreation programming.
The project includes a new 4,500‑square‑foot building that will provide one-level space for park maintenance staff and summer recreation staff, as well as improved equipment storage. A new accessible playground is also planned, creating inclusive play opportunities for children of all abilities.
Accessible pathways will connect the new building, playground, and other park amenities, improving movement throughout the site. The building will also include an accessible, flushable universal washroom that can be accessed from outside — a significant upgrade from the current on-site facilities.
“These improvements reflect our commitment to creating safe, accessible, and welcoming recreation spaces for everyone in our community,” says Mayor Elspeth McLean-Wile. “The MARC has long been an important gathering place, and these updates will help ensure it continues to serve all residents and visitors for generations to come.”
The MARC site has a long history in Lunenburg County. The property was once part of the former Lunenburg County Home, which dates back to the late 1800s. While most of the County Home buildings were demolished in the 1980s, the remaining brick and wooden structures continued to serve the community for several decades.
Built in a different era, they no longer meet today’s safety, accessibility, or building standards. Replacing them allows the park to continue evolving while better supporting modern recreation and community programming needs. The current “barn” is being preserved.
The MARC will remain open to the public throughout demolition of the structures and construction, with work carefully managed to minimize disruption and maintain safe access to park amenities.
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Community invited to Cape LaHave Island conservation talk
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Residents are invited to attend a community open house to learn more about the permanent conservation of Cape LaHave Island and what it means for the future of this important local landscape.
In October 2025, the Municipality of the District of Lunenburg (MODL) signed a conservation easement with the Nova Scotia Nature Trust, ensuring the island’s natural features are protected in perpetuity. The agreement also maintains public access and supports the traditional, low-impact uses that have long defined the island.
The conservation easement follows several years of public engagement, including community sessions and surveys from 2020 through 2025. Through this process, residents consistently expressed a desire to see the island remain natural, undeveloped, and accessible.
Mayor Elspeth McLean-Wile said the agreement reflects what the community values. “Our residents told us clearly that protecting Cape LaHave Island while maintaining access and traditional uses was important to them. This agreement ensures that this special place will be protected for generations to come.”
Bonnie Sutherland, Executive Director of the Nova Scotia Nature Trust, says the project represents both conservation and community in action. “Cape LaHave Island is one of Nova Scotia’s great treasures, not only for the birds and pollinators whose habitat is now protected but also for the countless generations of people – past, present, and future – for whom this island is so precious. It embodies what the Nature Trust is working to protect: intact wild space for nature, and for people.”
Read more: Community invited to Cape LaHave Island conservation talk
Emergency Preparedness Week 2026: Working Together
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Emergency Preparedness Week kicks off May 3, 2026, and Lunenburg County REMO is encouraging residents to take simple steps now to be ready for emergencies that can happen in any season.
From wildfires and floods to storms, drought, and extended power outages, our region is no stranger to emergencies. While municipalities and first responders work together to manage these situations, residents also play an important role in preparing themselves and their families.
Read the full story in Lunenburg County REMO News.
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