Tag Archives: Begging and loitering bylaw

Tantramar Council rejects new begging bylaw, but decides to keep the old ones — at least for now

Posted on June 12, 2024 by brucewark

In a 5 to 4 vote, Tantramar Town Council rejected a new bylaw Tuesday night that would ban begging and loitering in public places. But then, in a surprising turn, council voted unanimously to keep current anti-begging  and loitering bylaws … Continue reading →

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Brother, can you spare a dime? New bylaw would make that question illegal in Tantramar

Posted on May 28, 2024 by brucewark

Sackville United Church Minister Lloyd Bruce is questioning why Tantramar needs  to prohibit loitering and begging in public places. “Has there been any reason to date to suggest why we need such a bylaw?” Bruce asked during a telephone interview … Continue reading →

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