Halifax Mayor Mike Savage won’t seek re-election

CITYnews halifax / By Mark Hodgins

The long-time mayor of the Halifax Regional Municipality has announced he will not be running in the 2024 municipal election.

Mike Savage held a news conference on Tuesday afternoon at city hall in downtown Halifax to announce his decision.

The 63-year-old said 12 years in the job was long enough in what was an emotional speech.

“Thank you to the residents of this community to allow me to serve you,” Savage told reporters. “It’s been the privilege of my life.”

Savage was first elected as mayor in 2012 and served three terms, being re-elected in 2016 and 2020. He previously served as Member of Parliament for Dartmouth-Cole Harbour from 2004 to 2011.

Premier Tim Houston offered his thanks to Savage for his years of service.

“Mike has a passion for his community and has been a valuable partner as we tackle the challenges of growth in Halifax Regional Municipality,” said Premier Houston. “I look forward to continuing to work with him as he finishes his term and wish him all the best for the next chapter.”

The next municipal election in HRM is set for Oct. 19, 2024.

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