Tag Archives: Union of Municipalities of New Brunswick

Tantramar council hears about harassment, intimidation of elected officials

Posted on November 26, 2025 by brucewark

Tantramar’s Deputy Mayor says the harassment of public officials has become “alarmingly normalized with widespread verbal and online abuse creating fear, emotional fatigue and discouraging public service participation.” Matt Estabrooks made the comment Monday during town council discussion of a … Continue reading →

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Allain denies contentious Bill would erode local democracy as municipal leaders call for change

Posted on May 27, 2023 by brucewark

As New Brunswick moves further away from democratic decision-making in health and education, the minister of local government is defending proposed legislation that could override the powers of municipal councils. “It’s important that people understand that we’re not eroding any … Continue reading →

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