The Municipality of the District of Lunenburg received the resignation of District 9 Councillor Ben Brooks on July 14, 2026, effective immediately.
Councillor Brooks was first elected to Council in 2024 and has served the residents of District 9 throughout his term. Council thanks him for his service and contributions to the Municipality and wishes him well in the future.
In accordance with the Municipal Elections Act, Council will determine a date for a special election to fill the vacant Council seat within four weeks. Staff are currently reviewing options and will bring recommendations forward to Council. The date of the by-election will be announced following Council approval.
To ensure residents continue to have access to Council support, Deputy Mayor Chasidy Veinotte has been assigned to assist District 9 residents until a new councillor is elected.
Mayor Elspeth McLean-Wile said the Municipality's priority is ensuring residents continue to receive the representation and services they expect.
"On behalf of Council, I want to thank Ben Brooks for his service and contributions during his time on Council. Public service requires dedication and commitment, and we recognize the effort involved in representing your community. While we are sorry to see him leave Council, we respect his decision and wish him all the best in the future. Our focus now is on supporting District 9 residents and ensuring a smooth transition as we move through the by-election process." – Mayor Elspeth McLean-Wile
Residents can continue to access municipal services, programs, and support through regular municipal channels.
Further information about the process to fill the vacant council seat will be shared with the public as details are confirmed.
Additional Information
Municipal Elections Act: https://novascotia.ca/municipal-elections/
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