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The Municipality has committed to two major projects to combat Lyme Disease. The first was funding an innovative bait station research project in Garden Lots and Blue Rocks. We worked in partnership with Dr. Robbin Lindsay of the National Microbiology Laboratory and the Public Health Agency of Canada on this research project, which finished in 2021. We expect to have the results of the study available in 2022.
Our second major project is an educational campaign. In addition to taking precautionary measures to avoid contact with ticks–wearing socks and closed-toed shoes, for example–we’re also encouraging residents and visitors of Lunenburg County to make tick checks part of their daily routine. As our radio ads say–Naked People are Deadly to Ticks!
The tick population is growing Nova Scotia, and it’s important to protect yourself and your family from ticks while enjoying the outdoors. Though ticks can be found anywhere, they’re typically found in or near woods, shrubs and long grass.
We encourage you to check your body each day for ticks and remove any you might see or feel. Start at your ankles and move up, taking special care around your knees, armpits, and head. Blacklegged ticks are very small, particularly during the nymph stage, so look carefully. Tick checks and quick tick removal remain among the best defenses against Lyme Disease, and it’s important to check every day. If you care for small children or anyone else in your household, be sure to help them check for ticks daily as well.
Important Links
Mount Allison University Lyme Disease Research
Landscaping for Tick Resistance
Tick Bite Prevention video from Lunenburg Lyme Association, Nova Scotia
Proclamation - Access Awareness Week

Access Awareness Week
May 30th – June 5th, 2021
Whereas, the week of May 30th – June 5th, 2021 is recognized as Access Awareness Week; and
Access Awareness Week aims to celebrate achievements made both by and for persons with disabilities in the areas of accessibility, transportation, housing, employment, recreation, education and communication; and
This is the 34th year that this public awareness initiative has taken place in Nova Scotia; and
Access Awareness Week promotes the inclusion of all Nova Scotians with disabilities as full citizens within our communities; and
Through public awareness, community partnerships and education, this campaign aims to foster an environment of equal participation for persons with disabilities within the District of Lunenburg.
THEREFORE, be it resolved that I, Mayor Carolyn Bolivar-Getson, on behalf of the District of Lunenburg, do hereby proclaim May 30th – June 5th, 2021 as “Access Awareness Week” in the District of Lunenburg.
Click pdf Access Awareness Week (277 KB) for copy of Proclamation.
Election Results
Listed below are the OFFICIAL results for the 2024 Municipal Election -
Mayor - Elspeth McLean-Wile 6240 (new)
Mayor - Carolyn Bolivar-Getson 3752
District 1 - Morgen Reinhardt 604 (new)
District 1 - Tyler Veinotte 285
District 2 - Martin E. Bell (acclaimed) (returning)
District 3 - Wendy Oickle 519 (returning)
District 3 - Andrew Himmelman 434
District 4 - Pam Hubley 698 (returning)
District 4 - Gary B. Mailman 422
District 5 - Cathy Moore 582 (returning)
District 5 - Andy Veinotte 317
District 5 - Suzanne Kutach 149
District 6 - Alison Smith 575 (new)
District 6 - Blair Clark 258
District 6 - Wade Carver 256
District 6 - Byron Veinotte 96
District 7 - Edgar Burns 517 (new)
District 7 - Elizabeth Crossland 203
District 7 - Carroll W. Publicover 115
District 8 - Kacy DeLong 620 (returning)
District 8 - Phil Williams 195
District 8 - Barry Owen Dupuis 191
District 9 - Ben Brooks 578 (new)
District 9 - Dean Schmeisser 467
District 10 - Chasidy Veinotte (acclaimed) (returning)
CSAP - Diane Racette (acclaimed) (returning)
**NOTE - Daily results are for a 24 hour period EXCEPT for October 10 which is 21 hours and October 19 which will be 10 hours. Total Eligible Electors = 22,144 (this number may fluctuate slightly due to electors being added or removed)
# of voters per day 2024
MODL | 10-Oct | 11-Oct | 12-Oct | 13-Oct | 14-Oct | 15-Oct | 16-Oct | 17-Oct | 18-Oct | 19-Oct | |
Voters | Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4 | Day 5 | Day 6 | Day 7 | Day 8 | Day 9 | Day 10 | TOTAL |
# | 1483 | 916 | 728 | 454 | 864 | 914 | 939 | 885 | 1199 | 1690 | 10072 |
% | 6.7% | 4.1% | 3.3% | 2.1% | 3.9% | 4.1% | 4.2% | 4.0% | 5.4% | 7.6% | 45.4% |
Are you interested in knowing what percentage of eligible voters voted, and by which methods? Check out our pdf 2020 Election Statistic breakdown (181 KB) .
2020 - # of voters per day
MODL | 8-Oct | 9-Oct | 10-Oct | 11-Oct | 12-Oct | 13-Oct | 14-Oct | 15-Oct | 16-Oct | 17-Oct | |
Voters | Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4 | Day 5 | Day 6 | Day 7 | Day 8 | Day 9 | Day 10 | TOTAL |
# | 1670 | 844 | 589 | 434 | 629 | 846 | 958 | 726 | 840 | 1548 | 9084 |
% | 8.1% | 4.1% | 2.9% | 2.1% | 3.0% | 4.1% | 4.6% | 3.5% | 4.1% | 7.5% | 43.9% |
For comparison, in 2016, 8,449, or 40.9% of eligible voters cast a vote in the MODL election. In that election, MODL had one acclaimed Councillor. In the 2020 election, we have three acclaimed Councillors.
pdf View the 2020 Election Results to see the complete breakdown of votes by District (114 KB)
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Stay Safe when you Recreate!
There are a lot of fun activities that youth and adults participate in to keep active, including hiking, biking, swimming and winter activities to name a few. Make sure to keep your entire family safe when on a family outing. No matter what kinds of activities you choose, you can limit the number of injuries that occur and have a good safe time.
Important Tips to think about prior to planning your recreation outing:
- Stay hydrated - Always bring a water bottle with you when participating in an activity.
- Know your limits - Do not plan activities that you are not capable of doing. Planning your activities around your family’s activity level will keep injuries from occurring due to exhaustion.
- Bring a First Aid kit - You should always carry a basic first aid kit with you whenever you do any sort of outdoor recreation.
- Use protective gear - Ensure that you have the necessary equipment to do your activity.
- Keep your equipment in good shape.
The following information describes tips on how to 'play safe' by wearing the proper protective equipment and evaluating the environment for risks.
Hiking Tips
There are few things more enjoyable than getting out into nature and getting in some exercise at the same time in the form of a hike. But safety should always come first, and preparation is key, so here are some top tips for staying safe next time you're on a hike.
- Check the weather before you set out - wear layers, bring sun protection and rain jacket
- Don't hike alone and let someone know where you're going
- Bring a map and compass and look out for landmarks
- Bring plenty of water and snacks
- Take time to rest regularly and enjoy your surroundings
- Carry out a tick check when you return
Cycling Sense
Here are our top cycling reminders to help keep yourself and other road users safe.
- Prep your ride - make sure everything is in working order before you leave
- Make it legal - wear a helmet, use a bell to communicate with other trail users
- Get visible - make sure you and your bike can be seen
- Ride with care and be distraction-free - ride in a straight line, be predictable and don't use mobile devices or headphones
- Communicate - use hand signals when turning, slowing down or stopping. Shoulder check before passing other trail users and use your bell or your voice
- Respect the rules of the road
- Yield to foot traffic
- Know the trail and plan your route
Swimming Safely
Swimming can provide hours of fun and relief from the hot, humid days of summer, but swimming in natural water environments can be more challenging than a home pool. Follow these safety tips to ensure that you and your family stay safe.
- Always enter unknown water feet first
- Watch out for currents, waves, drop-offs and underwater obstructions
- Take swimming lessons
- Watch out for a change in the weather - leave the water immediately at signs of thunder and lightning
- Be aware of other people's activities in the same waters, such as boating
- Swim with a buddy
- Swim sober, if supervising others, be sober and without other distractions
- Know your own abilities!
- Protect yourself against Swimmers Itch - apply waterproof sunscreen before swimming, avoid swimming in marshy areas, rinse-off with clean water immediately after leaving the water and dry yourself vigorously with a towel.
Sun Smart
As the Australians so simply put it...Slip! Slop! Slap! Here's how to Stay Safe in the Sun...
- Slip on a shirt ideally light coloured and long-sleeved
- Slop on the 30+ sunscreen and reapply every two hours
- Slap on a hat
- Seek shade or shelter
- Slide on some glasses - with both UVA and UVB protection
- Keep out of the sun between 11:00 am and 3:00 pm
Winter Safety
We don't want winter to keep you indoors! Here are some pointers for enjoying outside.
♦ Ice Thickness to safely enjoy winter activities:
- 15cm - Walking or Skating Alone
- 20cm - Group Skating or Playing Hockey
- 25cm - Snowmobiling or driving an ATV
♦ Walk Like A Penguin!
- Extend your arms and point your feet slightly outward
- Wear footwear with slip-resistant soles and good treads
- Adjust your place to the surface conditions
- Watch where you're stepping
♦ Skiing, Snowboarding and Skating
- Wear a helmet
- Check your equipment
- Dress for the weather and prepare for worsening conditions
- Know the forecast and trail/surface conditions
Playground Safety
To enjoy safe playtime with your children, please teach them the guidelines for playground safety below:
- Never push or roughhouse while on equipment.
- Use equipment properly — slide feet first, don't climb outside guardrails, no standing on swings, keep away from moving swings and bottom of slides, hold onto railings, do not go up the slide ladder until the other person has gone down the slide and always wait your turn.
- If your child likes to jump off equipment, always check to make sure no other children are in the way. When you jump, land on both feet with knees slightly bent
- Playground equipment can be slippery if it's wet and uncomfortably hot in the sun so use good judgment
Tick Awareness
Nova Scotia is home to various kinds of ticks, but the black-legged tick (deer tick) is the only one that carries the bacteria and virus that cause tick-borne diseases, such as Lyme disease. Ticks like to live in grassy, bushy, heavily-vegetated areas, urban parks and wooded areas...to name just a few places!
Here's how to reduce your tick risk:
- Wear light coloured clothing, so they are easier to find
- Wear long pants and long sleeves
- Use insect repellents containing DEET or lcaridin
- Check your body and clothing for ticks after spending time outdoors...pssst...they like to hide in warm places on the body
The Municipality takes the increasing prevalence of Lyme disease very seriously, and in the past few years has partnered with the Public Health Agency of Canada on a bait station research project, and with Nova Scotia Public Health on an educational campaign. Please visit the Province's information page for more information on Tick Safety: https://novascotia.ca/ticksafety/
Molega Lake Park
Molega Lake Park is a sweet spot to visit and enjoy an outdoor picnic. This lovely lakeside park offers picnic tables, benches and unsupervised swimming during the summer months. Outdoor privies are usually available.
Address: 564 Molega Lake Road, Molega Lake
Leash your pet. Hunting and trapping are prohibited in all Municipal Parks and Green Spaces. No camping permitted.
Accessibility Statement
Introduction
The Municipality of the District of Lunenburg (MODL) is committed to ensuring our website is as accessible as possible for all users. To achieve this, a new website was created by the Nova Scotia website development company, Municipal Website Venture, and it was audited for barriers throughout the development process, by the Canadian digital accessibility company, Access Changes Everything.
Audit Information
Access Changes Everything conducted a full audit of the public facing website from March to May 2020. This audit consisted of Access Changes Everything using multiple automated checkers, and conducting extensive manual testing. As well, testing was conducted by paid testers with different disabilities, who used different technologies.
This audit was focused on lower barriers on the website for people with different disabilities, such as visual, hearing, mobility, speech, communication, cognitive, neurological, intellectual, learning, and those with multiple disabilities.
Standards Information
This audit was done using the international standard that relates to website accessibility, the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 and 2.2 Level AA. Note that Version 2.2 was only in Draft, as of May 2020.
The audit went much further than WCAG 2.1 or WCAG 2.2 (Draft) Level AA. It included items that are not currently included in WCAG, such colour blindness, font type and style, and lessening barriers that impact people with cognitive, neurological, intellectual and/or learning disabilities. The audit also included usability best practices, in order to make the site more accessible and usable for everyone.
The audit included testing of these areas:
- Textual Content
- Image Content
- Video and Audio Content
- Colour in Content and Design
- Page and Content Layout
- Page and Content Design
- Navigation
- Search Functions
- Widgets and Plug Ins
- Forms and Error Mechanisms
- Content Structure
- HTML and CSS Code Use
Testers and Technologies Used
Access Changes Everything paid multiple testers with different disabilities, who use different technologies, to test different parts of the website. The technologies used by testers included the newest, as well as older, versions of:
- JAWS Screen Reader in Chrome and Internet Explorer Browsers (PC)
- NVDA Screen Reader in Chrome and Firefox Browsers (PC)
- Microsoft Narrator Screen Reader in EDGE (Tablet)
- Apple VoiceOver Screen Reader in Safari (iPhone 6)
- Apple VoiceOver Screen Reader in Safari with 40 Cell Braille Display (Mac)
- Apple VoiceOver Screen Reader in Safari with 40 Cell Braille Display (iPad Pro)
- Dragon Naturally Speaking Premium 13 (PC)
Access Changes Everything used Mac, PC and iPhone to test the site with Chrome and Firefox browsers. Certain technologies were used in the audit:
- Browser magnification (100%-400%)
- Colour contrast shifting
- Voice control (iPhone only)
- Small screen (iPhone SE or 5 only)
- Various apps and plug ins for Mac Chrome and Firefox to simulate visual and cognitive disabilities.
Remaining Barriers
Almost all the barriers noted in the audit report were either eliminated, or acceptable workarounds were suggested by Access Changes Everything. However, there were some barriers that could not be fully eliminated. Some of these barriers were found in third party vendor plug ins. Not all vendors, or developers, could make their product more accessible by the end of the audit period. These vendors have been notified, and have been asked to make their plug ins more accessible.
The following barriers in vendor plug ins were noted in May 2020:
- The JCal Pro calendar plug in was used on the Community Events Calendar page. It is from the third party vendor JoomlaShack. The testers with disabilities, and Access Changes Everything’s manual testing, noted that this calendar was complex, and had partial barriers to use. Minor changes were made to the script, and they eliminated some barriers. However, for the remaining barriers, the vendor was unable to make changes to this plug in.
Information could be accessed by testers in the calendar format (month in calendar format button), but it was very difficult and time consuming. The List View option was preferred by testers for ease of use. Another issue noted by testers was that the calendar date picker was not accessible, or was partially accessible.
The workaround was to make the List View as the default mode for everyone, and a button can be pressed to change into the calendar by month format mode. Plus, text was added at the top of the page to explain that the calendar can be viewed in calendar or list format (to make it more clear there were two formats available), and that the months could be chosen by going month to month, or using the date picker (located in the middle of the two month buttons and just indicated by a down arrow).
One other issue noted with this calendar plug in was that the colour contrast of grey on grey for months (example: May 2020 and July 2020 noted on the June calendar) did not pass the WCAG 2.1 AA colour contrast ratio. - The main search box at the top of each web page was created by Google. This Google Search mechanism was chosen because testers preferred it over the original search mechanism. However, the search box was created by Google in a table, and it lacks a full label. Testers were able to access the search box, and perform searches, even with these barriers. No workaround was suggested, as Google is responsible for this product.
- The slide show slider widget used on the Main Page, created by the third party vendor Smart Slider 3, was tested and audited. However, a change was made to the script after this full audit was completed. Limited testing by done by Access Changes Everything. However, two testers with different disabilities, using screen readers, tested the new slider mechanism and no barriers were noted.
- The plug in DJ-Megamenu, by third party vendor DJ-Extensions, is currently not fully accessible. This plug in was used for the main menu area (including the hamburger menu on mobile, small screens and magnification over 125%). Minor fixes were made, but it may appear ‘jumpy’ and be hard to use for those who are on mobile, small screens, use magnification over 125%, and/or for those who have limited mobility and/or cognitive, neurological, intellectual and/or learning disabilities. The vendor has been contacted.
- The plug in DOCman, by third party vendor JoomlaTools, has been used on certain web pages to dynamically generate content. It also creates a ‘container’ or layout, for this content on the web page. For example, a table was formed by DOCman for the layout of PDF links on the Building Permits and Associated Forms page. The table has an empty column and no table header, and this could provide a barrier to screen reader users, who have limited or no sight. A table should not have been used for this content. Instead, a list should have been created for the PDF links. In all cases where DOCman is active, the content itself can still be accessed, but it is made slightly more difficult. The vendor has been contacted, and this is being explored.
- The DOCman plug in also generates main title headings on each page of the website. All have been given a Heading 1 designation in the HTML code (<h1>). However, screen reader users may hear a space before and after the title. These spaces are created by the plug in. The vendor has been contacted, and this is being explored.
- The OSMap plug in, by third party vendor JoomlaShack, was used to create the Site Map content. In the audit, it was noted that there were no headings for categories of links, in the very long link list (<h2>). The Site Map information can still be accessed, even without these headings. However, the vendor has been notified about the changes requested.
There were other barriers found that were not part of vendor plug ins. These are being worked on by MODL, as MODL is continually seeking solutions to make their website barrier free. These were the non-vendor related barriers found in May 2020:
- All PDF documents on the website need to be remediated, as they may not be accessible for users. This is a priority item. Workaround suggested by Access Changes Everything is that users contact MODL for alternate documents and/or content, until barriers can be eliminated.
- The top banner area with links (Contact, Skip to Content, Site Map, Home) is harder to read if magnification of 400% is used. The four individual links (three on the home page) are harder to distinguish from each other at this magnification level. No workaround proposed, but this will be reviewed in future.
Contact Us
The website audit found many barriers, and these have been eliminated. However, the website will be constantly updated, and new barriers may unknowingly be created. If you find barriers, or need accommodations, please contact us.
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Accessibility
MODL has partnered with the Town of Bridgewater, Town of Mahone Bay, Town of Lunenburg and the Municipality of the District of Chester to form a Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee. This committee provides advice to the municipal councils in Lunenburg County on identifying, preventing and eliminating barriers to people with disabilities in municipal programs, services, initiatives and facilities. The committee plays a pivotal role in helping the municipalities to become barrier-free communities that complies with Nova Scotia’s Accessibility Act (2017).
Visit the Accessible Lunenburg County website.
Important Documents
pdf Lunenburg County Accessibility Plan (344 KB)
pdf Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee Terms of Reference (2.05 MB)
Residents
We are a community of communities each with a unique history representing a diversity of cultural backgrounds and a mix of suburban and rural opportunities. We enjoy healthy lifestyles rooted in unrestricted access to the natural beauty of our region’s coastline, lakes and forests, a pristine environment and high quality community services. Learn more about our services for residents.
Public Engagement
Residents are encouraged to voice their opinions, thoughts, and ideas about Municipality's services and our community. We encourage you to attend Council meetings, open houses, public workshops, and participate in surveys that let Council members know what you're thinking on a number of topics.
Our pdf Citizen's Guide to Public Engagement (1.28 MB) explains all the ways in which residents can keep informed, engage, and provide input to Council.
You can also read our pdf Public Engagement Strategy (537 KB) to learn more.
Current Public Engagement Opportunities
- Visit our public participation website, Engage MODL, at https://engage.modl.ca/ to view and participate in current opportunities.
- If you would like to speak with someone about a municipal issue, we encourage you to reach out to your Councillor, attend the public hearing portion of an upcoming Council meeting, Policy & Strategy Committee meeting, or Finance meeting. Community groups are also able to make a formal presentation at the above meetings.
- Please visit our new engagement website, Engage MODL, to view all current and past public participation opportunities.
High Speed Internet
Internet in the Municipality
Access to high-speed internet is of critical importance to the Municipality, and a key priority for our Council. Our citizens need reliable Internet access for educational purposes, for accessing government services, for operating businesses and for quality of life.
On June 26, 2018 Council approved the Municipal Internet Connectivity Strategy. This strategy will guide funding and project decisions related to Internet within the Municipality, and will see MODL invest up to $500,000 in Internet projects each year, together with provincial, federal and ISP partners.
In July 2018, the province made Develop Nova Scotia, a Crown Corporation, responsible for developing and implementing a strategy to improve Internet access for Nova Scotians without reliable high-speed Internet. The Province also set aside $192 Million to invest in better Internet. Their goal is high-speed Internet reaching a minimum of 95% of Nova Scotians. Our Council recently received an update from staff on the progress being made on Develop Nova Scotia's work, and how MODL is working to ensure we receive funding for projects in our area. pdf Read the update (254 KB) or Learn more about Develop Nova Scotia. pdf Read the February 2020 announcement from Develop Nova Scotia (122 KB) .
Community members have been very active on this issue, and the Municipality will continue to engage citizens on this important issue. If your community group would like to discuss an Internet project in your community, please contact Dave Waters, Director of Business Development at (902) 530-3043 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Projects to Date
Council is pursuing multiple avenues for expanding internet service, with a total investment of $5,716,250 expected over the next two years, affecting up to 7,650 residents.
Bell FibreOp
Announced September 1, 2020, the Municipality of the District of Lunenburg has committed to financial support of $1,925,250 to provide approximately 5,650 homes and business access to Bell Canada’s all-fibre network. This project, through the provincial Internet for Nova Scotia Initiative, will provide residents with download speeds of up to 1.5 Gigabits.
These new projects will bring fibre based high-speed Internet to every district within the Municipality. We will also continue to work on connecting any remaining underserved residents through Develop Nova Scotia, which is leading the provincial initiative and through the upcoming Federal Universal Broadband fund.
There are 9 new projects for the Municipality. Click on the folders below to view a map for each area.
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Branch LaHave
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Bridgewater Area
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LaHave
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Lunenburg Area
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Lunenburg County North
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Lunenburg County NW
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Mahone Bay North
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New Elm Road
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Springfield
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New Germany
Additional projects were announced on January 25, 2021. Click here to read the announcement. When maps are available, we will post them on this page.
The Municipality intends to keep working to connect residents not covered by these projects.
Bell New Germany Project
We're happy to see better Internet will be coming to Caledonia, Chelsea, New Germany and New Ross as part of Develop Nova Scotia's mandate to improve Internet in the province. We look forward to future announcements for other under-served areas in the municipality. Read the February 2020 announcement from Develop Nova Scotia. Read the latest updates from Develop Nova Scotia.
TNC Wireless
Two TNC Wireless Internet towers provide fixed wireless internet services for Big Tancook Island, and for areas surrounding the Lunenburg Regional Community Recycling Facility through TNC Wireless. TNC offers uncapped packages with speeds ranging from 10Mbps to 25Mbps.\
A second project is the result of a partnership with TNC Wireless and the Federal Government to bring a new uncapped fixed wireless Internet solution to the northern areas of the Municipality. The new service will see up to nine towers to serve the communities of Newcombville, Chelsea, Elmwood, Union Square, Walden, Nineveh, North River, Parkdale and Butler Lake. The project is expected to take three years to complete. Of the $2.15 million total program cost, the Municipality is contributing up to $193,857, with the Federal Government and TNC Wireless Ltd. providing the rest of the investment. As the project progresses, TNC Wireless will post a coverage map and construction information.
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Big Tancook Island
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Butler Lake
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Chelsea
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East LaHave
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LaHave Island
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Newcombville
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Nineveh
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North River
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Parkdale
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Union Square
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Whynotts Settlement
Sweetland Fixed Wireless Tower Project
Received $75,000 from the provincial government for a pilot project to construct a fixed wireless internet service in the Sweetland area. Connections: 150
Eastlink
The Government of Canada is helping the communities of Baker Settlement, Hemford, Hemford Forest, Petite Riviere, Feltzen South, Bayport and Kingsburg in Nova Scotia get online with new or improved high-speed Internet. The Federal Government is investing approximately $1.48 million in the Municipality. The Municipality will invest up to $233,486 in internet infrastructure in the work being done in parts of Baker Settlement, parts of Hemford and Hemford Forest. The work being done in Petite Riviere, Feltzen South, Bayport and Kingsburg will be solely funded by the Government of Canada and EastLink.
Eastlink Project Update
Eastlink Hybrid is now available in parts of Baker Settlement, and parts of Hemford and Hemford Forest. Connections: More than 260.
Strategy Development
As part of the research undertaken for the development of the Municipality's pdf Internet Strategy (323 KB) , we partnered with the Municipality of Chester and the Region of Queens to commission a report from iValley on the feasibility of an Internet solution. This pdf report is now available (6.97 MB) , and has been reviewed by all Councils involved. We also reviewed the provincial government's middle and last mile strategies, lessons we learned from the Sweetland Pilot Project, and community engagement and presentations.
An Options Report was debated at the pdf May 15 Policy & Strategy Committee meeting (8.24 MB) , and from that discussion, a final Internet Connectivity Strategy was developed and presented to Council on June 26, 2018.