Council committees help guide specific areas of Town business and community initiatives. Committees provide focused discussion and recommendations to Council and may include members of Council, staff, and community volunteers. Committees serve in an advisory capacity.
Active Committees
Below are current Town of Lockeport committees. Membership is approved by Council.
Accessibility Committee: Supports the Town’s commitment to accessibility and inclusion. The committee works to identify barriers, recommend improvements, and promote accessibility in municipal facilities, programs, and services.
Canada Day Committee: Plans and coordinates the Town of Lockeport’s annual July 1st celebrations. The committee works with volunteers, community groups, and local businesses to deliver a safe and enjoyable event for residents and visitors.
Heritage, Tourism & Culture Committee: Supports initiatives that promote Lockeport’s history, culture, and visitor experiences, including events, interpretive projects, and tourism development.
Recreation Committee: Provides advice on recreation programming, parks, and community activities that support residents of all ages.
Police Advisory Committee: The Police Advisory Committee serves as a link between the community, Council, and the RCMP. The Committee is established under the Nova Scotia Police Act and provides advice on policing priorities, objectives, and community needs.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee: Advises Council on fostering a welcoming, inclusive community by promoting equity, reducing barriers, and applying an equity, diversity and inclusion lens to municipal policies, programs, services, and initiatives.
Join a Committee
Community members play an important role in supporting local initiatives and advising Council through committee work.
If you are interested in joining a Town committee, appointments are made by Council. To express your interest or learn more about current opportunities, please contact the Town Office.
Town Office Phone: (902) 656-2216 Email: townoflockeportns@gmail.com
Regional Boards & Committees
The Town of Lockeport is represented on a number of regional boards and intermunicipal committees, including:
- Shelburne County Regional Emergency Management Organization (REMO)
- Region 6 Solid Waste Management
- Nova Scotia Provincial Housing Agency (formerly Western Regional Housing Authority)
- Shelburne County Housing Coalition
- Roseway Manor
- Nova Scotia Health Stakeholder Group
- Roseway Hospital Charitable Foundation
- Western Counties Regional Library Board
- School Advisory Committee
- Kid’s Fair Play Fund
- Shelburne County Arena Association
- Eastern Shelburne County Accessibility Committee