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Municipal politicians across Nova Scotia must abide by a Code of Conduct that covers more than a dozen areas, from gifts and benefits to handling confidential information. The code, which includes more than 40 guidelines under 14 categories, was developed based on recommendations of a working group established in January 2022.
In December 2024, Truro Town Council approved the provincially mandated pdf Code of Conduct Policy for Elected Officials(225 KB) . This policy has a requirement for the municipal unit to retain a dedicated legal counsel(s) to review applications and conduct investigations according to the process in this policy. The policy describes good conduct, as well as inappropriate conduct, it sets out a process for a person to investigate an incident and determine sanctions to an elected official when appropriate.
If you feel that an elected official in Truro has violated this Code of Conduct:
Read the policy carefully to understand the guiding principles and generally accepted conduct, as well as the process for launching an investigation.
Send a letter or email to one of the Town of Truro's Code of Conduct Investigators outlining the violation:
Noella Martin,
Jonathan Cuming,
The investigator will determine who will take the case based on their capacity, and will follow the process outlined in the policy.
Honouring the Legacy of the No. 2 Construction Battalion
The Town of Truro is proud to honour the legacy of the No. 2 Construction Battalion, a unit of profound historical significance to both our province and the nation.
A National Apology and a Historic Pledge
On July 9, 2022, a National Apology was delivered to the descendants of the No. 2 Construction Battalion by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Defence Minister Anita Anand at the TAAC Grounds. During this event, Mayor Bill Mills announced Truro Town Council’s pledge to rename the TAAC Grounds in honour of the Battalion. This decision, made in June 2022, reflects the Town’s commitment to preserving and celebrating the Battalion’s legacy.
Significance of the Site
The site holds deep historical value as the former training and drilling site for the No. 2 Construction Battalion, which was headquartered in Truro, N.S., after its initial establishment in Pictou, N.S. Recognizing this site’s importance, the Town of Truro is undertaking efforts to ensure the Battalion’s contributions are appropriately commemorated.
Commemoration
On November 8, 2025, the site was officially renamed the No. 2 Construction Battalion Athletic Facility. This coincided with the newly revitalized grounds. The commemoration also includes:
- An Onsite Monument with Educational Panels: An onsite memorial to honour the Truro-Colchester members of the No. 2 Construction Battalion, along with educational panels that detail the history of the No. 2 Construction Battalion and the Truro Amateur Athletic Club.
A Community-Led Initiative
This initiative was led by the Town of Truro's African Nova Scotian Committee Strategy Committee.
In 2010, the Town of Truro launched a Community Sustainability Plan and adopted a Sustainability Charter. Click this link for a copy of the Community Sustainability Plan.
In 2021, the Town of Truro strengthened its commitment to climate action by becoming a member of the Partners for Climate Protection (PCP) Program. This Community Energy and Emissions Plan (CEEP) represents a significant milestone as the Town has successfully reached Milestones 1, 2, and 3 of the PCP Program.
Plan development brought together key community members, including government officials, community leaders, business owners, and representatives from various local interest groups. The project’s public engagement strategy facilitated open dialogue, allowing participants to share their insights, concerns, and aspirations for the community’s future.
A Steering Committee with Town staff, Councillors, and community members was created to provide advice on the Plan and the planning process. Committee members provided guidance on groups to connect with, strategy ideas, and communications.
The Community Energy and Emissions Plan was approved by Town Council on October 7, 2024. A copy of the completed Plan can be found here:
The Town of Truro holds a municipal election every four years to fill the roles of Mayor and Council, as well as the Conseil Scolaire Acadien Provincial (CSAP) representative.
The 2024 Municipal and CSAP Elections was held on Saturday, October 19.
Town of Truro Municipal Election Unofficial Results
The 2024 Municipal Election concluded on Saturday, October 19th, with Truro residents affirming who will make up their Municipal Council for the next four years.
Mayor (Acclaimed)
Cathy Hinton
𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗼𝗿, 𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝟭
- Wayne Talbot (662 – ELECTED)
- Alison Graham (563 – ELECTED)
- Joe Andrew (264)
- Paula Whittaker (214)
𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗼𝗿, 𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝟮
- Bill Thomas (733 – ELECTED)
- Jim Flemming (546 – ELECTED)
- Shelly DeViller (526)
- Brenna Urquhart (259)
𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗼𝗿, 𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝟯
- Debra Pryor (829 – ELECTED)
- Ian McGrath (758 – ELECTED)
- Laura Henderson-Yorke (251)
- Doug Gilliland (192)
𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗶𝗹 𝘀𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗲𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 (𝗖𝗦𝗔𝗣), 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝗿𝗼 (Acclaimed)
Jessica Hinton
Ward Boundaries
The following map outlines the Ward Boundaries for the 2024 Town of Truro Election: pdf 2024 Ward Boundary Map(524 KB)
