Council in the Community

We’re Bringing Council Meetings to You!

We’re holding Council meetings in local community centres across the Municipality of the District of Lunenburg. This is part of our commitment to making local government more accessible and helping more residents take part in the conversation.

Join us for our first Council in the Community session:

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at Conquerall Bank Fire Hall
Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
Meeting begins at 6:00 p.m.

Proclamation - Emancipation Day

Mayor McLean-Wile proclaimed August 1 as Emancipation Day to commemorate the anniversary of the abolishment of slavery in 1834 across the British Empire.

Click on pdf Proclamation (244 KB) to view it in its entirey.

Regional Growth Management Committee

NEW Regional Growth Management Committee

A new advisory committee has been formed to advise Councils on matters referred to it by Councils.  The Regional Growth Management Committee (RGMC) is intended to make recommendations to the Town of Bridgewater Council and the District of Lunenburg Council on ways to collaborate on growth opportunities within the region.

The RGMC meetings are open to the public. 

Click  pdf Public Notice (27 KB) for more details on meeting locations, dates, and times.

Notice of Intent to Consider Repeal & Replace By-law 018

Notice of Second Reading of By-law 018 Building Code By-law

Council will conduct Second Reading of the proposed By-law 018 Building Code By-law at the September 9, 2025 Council meeting, beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the Municipal Administration Building at 10 Allée Champlain Drive, Cookville, Nova Scotia.

If approved, the By-law will remove Schedule A – Fees from the by-law, add location certificate requirements, and add a new section regarding expiry of permits.

Select  pdf Public Notice (509 KB) to view it in its entirety.

Notice of Approval - By-laws 035 & 049

Municipal Council of the District of Lunenburg has approved amendments to By-law 035 Municipal Planning Strategy and By-law 049 Municipal-Wide Land Use By-law to implement Cluster Development Regulations.

These regulations come into effect on July 4, 2025.

Copies of the amended documents can be viewed by clicking:

  pdf By-law 035 Municipal Planning Strategy (152 KB) and  pdf By-law 049 Municipal Wide Land Use By-law (195 KB)  and at the Municipal Services Building, 10 Allée Champlain Drive, Cookville, NS, Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

For further information, contact the Planning Department at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Click  pdf Notice of Approval (28 KB) to view it in its entirety.

NOTICE: Development Agreement MacCulloch Road

NOTICE

Development Agreement with Jaylynn Enterprises Limited

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT on June 10, 2025, Municipal Council approved a motion to enter into a Development Agreement with Jaylynn Enterprises Limited subject to identified conditions. The Development Agreement will apply to Lot FE-1, MacCulloch Road (PID 60709383) in Cookville, and will permit a land lease community with up to 23 residential units.

In accordance with sections 247-250 of the Municipal Government Act: an aggrieved person may appeal Council’s decision to the Nova Scotia Regulatory and Appeals Board (NSARB). Appeals to the Regulatory and Appeals Board must be made within (14) days of the date of this Notice. Inquiries regarding appeals can be made directly to the Nova Scotia Regulatory and Appeals Board, by calling 1-(902)- 424-1333 or by mail at PO Box 1692, Unit "M", Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 3S3.

Copies of the Agreement, and related staff reports, can be obtained from the Municipal Office during normal office hours 8:00a.m.-5:00p.m., at 10 Allée Champlain Drive, Cookville, Nova Scotia, Canada, B4V 9E4.

April Whynot-Lohnes, Municipal Clerk

Posted: June 18, 2025

Letter to Premier Houston Exploration of Uranium

On Tuesday, June 10, 2025, Council passed a motion to request that the Province pause the RFP process for exploration of uranium in East Dalhousie, which is in the LaHave River watershed, to allow for sufficient time for meaningful consultation with First Nations and the public.

Mayor McLean-Wile, on behalf of Council, wrote to the Premier requesting a pause in exploration and asking that serious consideration be given to the concerns raised by MODL Council and other municipalities throughout the province.

To view the letter in its entirety, click pdf Letter to Premier Houston (583 KB) .

Notice of Adoption - Neighbourhood Nuisance By-law

The District of Lunenburg conducted Second Reading on May 13, 2025 and passed a motion to approve and adopt By-law 050 Neighbourhood Nuisance.  The By-law is effective as of May 21, 2025 and is now available to be viewed on our website at https://www.modl.ca/index.php?option=com_docman&view=list&layout=table&slug=municipal-by-laws&own=0&Itemid=281&lang=en

Click  pdf Public Notice (440 KB) to view it in its entirety. 

Important notice for the residents of the Midville and District Fire District

The Midville and District Fire Department ratepayers meeting held on May 6, 2025, had a low resident attendance.  This meeting provides residents the opportunity to review the departments budget and set a tax rate for the 2025/2026 fiscal year. Therefore, another ratepayer meeting on June 3, 2025 at 7:30 pm will be held at the Midville & District Fire Department.  Any questions, please contact chief Adam Hubley at 902-298-4240 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

2025 Ratepayers Ad

The following Fire and Emergency Service Providers of Lunenburg Municipality invite the public to attend their Annual Rate Payers Meeting.

This meeting will provide you with the information needed to VOTE on your fire tax rate for 2025/2026. Fire Departments are now required to provide their budget documents at least one week in advance of their scheduled meeting; therefore, please contact the name next to your fire service provider to find out if any changes are proposed to your fire rate and where you can get a copy of the proposed budget. 

NOTE: In order to vote at your ratepayer meeting your name must appear on your tax bill notice and you must be a ratepayer within the fire district area the meeting is being held. (A copy of your Tax Assessment Bill on the meeting night could be of assistance)

pdf 2025 Ratepayers Ad (468 KB)

Property Regulations (Municipal-Wide Land Use Planning) Open House

The Municipality has been actively working on municipal-wide land use planning to help shape vibrant, sustainable communities for the future. Launched in 2020, this multi-year project focuses on updating key planning documents, including the Municipal Planning Strategy (MPS) and Land Use Bylaw (LUB), to guide development, support community needs, and meet the province’s mandate for land use planning across Nova Scotia.

A key part of this project is introducing zoning for all areas of the municipality, affecting every property. Zoning helps manage growth, protect important resources, and ensure our communities are thoughtfully planned for the years ahead.

The first draft documents were shared with Council and the public on March 13, 2025.

• These were intended as drafts only. They can and will change as we hear from the public over the next few months.
• We are committed to ensuring every property owner in the District knows about this project. We will be sending a direct letter or postcard to every single resident to advertise the open houses.
• We’ll also advertise the open houses and Council meetings on Facebook, CKBW, in the South Shore Bulletin, in Municipal Matters, in our monthly email newsletter (modl.ca/communication), and on this website.

 On March 13, 2025, the draft documents were posted as part of the Planning Advisory Committee agenda on the Engage site, and distributed to Council and the public. The documents were intended as drafts, to be reviewed and discussed by both the Planning Advisory Committee, Council, and the public over a series of months through extensive public engagement.

However, we have heard loud and clear from residents that many have serious concerns with the drafts. The overwhelming majority of comments expressed deep concern over possible restrictions on small scale agriculture. There were also general concerns that the draft documents are too restrictive for the District of Lunenburg.

At the March 25, 2025 Council meeting, Council passed a motion “that Municipal Council direct staff to prepare a second draft of the Municipal Planning Strategy and Land Use By-law that is less restrictive and closer in line to the mandatory minimum planning requirements outlined in the Municipal Government Act.” You can watch Council's discussion at the meeting here: https://www.youtube.com/live/uP1wiDqpcUY?t=936s

As staff rewrite the draft documents, we need to hear directly from residents about their concerns. Our public engagement events are beginning immediately, with efforts that will see staff and Council attend dozens of formal and informal events throughout every district. We will advertise these opportunities through a direct mail postcard to all residents, print and radio ads, and social media sharing. The complete list of engagement events is available at https://engage.modl.ca/modl2040 under the Open Houses and Events tab.

Can't attend an event? You can submit your thoughts by email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or you can call a Planner Monday to Friday between 8am and 5pm. If you reach our voicemail message, please leave your name and number and a Planner will call you back before the end of day, or the next morning.

Help Protect the District of Lunenburg’s Drinking Water!

Help Protect the District of Lunenburg’s Drinking Water!

We’re seeking households with dug or drilled wells to participate in hydrogeological data collection.

By joining this initiative, you’ll be helping to build a safer, more resilient water future for the District of Lunenburg.

The expected completion date will be May 31,2026. During this time, we will periodically collect data and conduct surveys. You will be asked to:

1. Participate in initial and follow-up surveys.
2. Allow periodic monitoring of your well-water levels and quality through remote monitoring and field visits.

Your active involvement throughout the study period is essential for gathering comprehensive data and insights. At the end of the study, you will receive regular reports on the findings from the study. These reports will include insights into your well’s water quality and levels, as well as any potential risks identified. We will also provide recommendations for managing and improving your well-water resources.

Limited spots available! Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to learn more.