Tag Archives: Council Code of Conduct

Tantramar council dismisses complaint against Coun. Butcher over sexism claim

Posted on April 15, 2026 by brucewark

Tantramar Town Council dismissed a formal complaint against Councillor Allison Butcher Tuesday on the grounds that it was “frivolous, vexatious, or made for an improper purpose” or that it did not fall “within the scope of this Code of Conduct.” … Continue reading →

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Mt. A. prof blasts draft code of conduct as violation of Tantramar councillors’ right to free speech

Posted on February 27, 2025 by brucewark

Mount Allison Politics Professor Geoff Martin says the draft of a newly revised code of conduct presented to Tantramar council on Monday violates Charter of Rights guarantees of free speech and freedom of association. “I think these codes of conduct … Continue reading →

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Sackville councillor shocked over suspension of medical benefits

Posted on September 7, 2022 by brucewark

Sackville Councillor Bruce Phinney got a nasty surprise on Sunday when he visited a local pharmacy to get three emergency prescriptions filled and the clerk told him it looked like his medical insurance card had been cancelled. “I just couldn’t … Continue reading →

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