Residents expect that elected officials in local government maintain the highest standards of professionalism. The newly introduced Code of Conduct for Elected Municipal Officials, as mandated by the Province, outlines the expected behavior of Council members as they carry out their responsibilities and make decisions that serve the best interests of the community in the Municipality of the District of Guysborough. Council members are accountable to the public through democratic processes, and this Code is designed to ensure strong and effective governance within the Municipality.
The Code of Conduct came into effect following the October 2024 municipal elections in Nova Scotia and was officially adopted by the Municipality of the District of Guysborough Council at their Regular Council meeting on November 20, 2024. The Code of Conduct was amended in November of 2025. To access the full regulations and Code of Conduct, please refer to the Code of Conduct for Municipal Elected Officials Regulations.