Tom MacEwan, LLB, Chief Administrative Officer
Office: (902) 541-1320
Fax: (902) 543-7123
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The Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) is the senior staff person and head of the administrative branch of the Municipality of the District of Lunenburg. They are accountable to the Mayor and Council. This office is responsible in providing leadership development, implementation and administration of all council approved policies, programs and responsibilities as legislated through by-laws and regulations of the District and the Municipal Government Act (MGA) of Nova Scotia. The CAO is the direct supervisor of all municipal department heads and responsible for their performance management, and all other supervisory functions.
Alex Dumaresq, Deputy CAO
Phone: (902) 541-1332
Fax: (902) 543-7123
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Description of Services
- Information, support, and guidance to Municipal Council to assist with the development and evaluation of strategic directions, policies and priorities.
- Leadership and Management of administrative functions of the District.
- Implementation of policy and priorities of Council.
- Deliver a balanced budget.
Flag Raising Requests
MODL accepts flag-raising requests made on behalf of community groups, and charitable or non-profit organizations to fly a flag in recognition of a special event or cause. Please see pdf MODL's Municipal Flag Protocol Policy (2.79 MB) , complete the pdf application form (2.79 MB) enclosed in the policy, and send to the CAO at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. If your organization does not have a flag in the size required, MODL will purchase the flag for the event and our ongoing use.
MODL also accepts requests for proclamations or acknowledgments to commemorate special days, weeks, or months. Please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to learn more.