Community News
Adopt-a-Block 2026
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Communities in Bloom Yarmouth is again encouraging individuals, organizations, businesses, or a group of friends to "Adopt-a-Block" and get together to tidy up our community. The 2026 spring program runs from April 1 - 30, so there's plenty of time to get out and make a difference!
To register your cleanup area, please visit https://www.nsadoptahighway.ca/register-today/
For more information, call the Waste Check office at 902-742-1312. Help us keep Yarmouth beautiful!
Water Street Infrastructure Upgrades Resume this Week
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A major infrastructure project that began last fall on Water Street resumes this week. Finishing the project will bring significant improvements to the section between Gardner Street and Richards Lane and will support the new housing developments underway in the area. Please note the following:
Prep Work Happening this Week
➡ Crews will begin preparation work, including the delivery of trailers, pipe, and manholes, along with initial layout activities.
➡ Traffic control will be in place on Thursday, April 2nd, with stop-and-go traffic as required. The area affected will be from where the Yarmouth County Rail Trail crosses Water Street (south of the RCMP building) to just before Gardner Street.
Construction Phase (Starting Week of April 6)
➡ Full construction activities will begin following Easter, during the week of April 6, and are expected to continue for approximately two months.
➡ A full road closure is planned to begin that week, beginning Tuesday, April 7th, weather permitting.
➡ Water Street will be shut down between Richards Lane and Cann Street.
➡ Richards Lane and Cann Street will remain open to traffic between Water Street and Main Street.
➡ Vehicles traveling on Water Street will be redirected via Richards Lane, Main Street, and Cann Street during the closure.
➡ Construction will not interrupt access to nearby businesses.
➡ Pedestrians cannot use this section of Water Street while construction is ongoing.
➡ Traffic control measures will remain in place throughout construction, including lane restrictions and detours.
We thank everyone affected for their patience and understanding as this important infrastructure work is carried out.
Bulk Water Station: Out of Service
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Please be advised that the Town of Yarmouth Bulk Water Station is currently out of service. We will issue an update once the station is brought back online.
Senior Manager of Finance - MARINERS CENTRE
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The Mariners Centre is seeking an experienced professional to fill the full-time position of Senior Manager of Finance.
As a member of the Mariners Centre team, the Senior Manager of Finance is responsible for financial planning and management, including developing, implementing, and overseeing operating and capital budgets, monitoring financial performance, managing cash flow, and preparing financial reports.
This role is primarily responsible for overseeing the accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions for operations, capital projects, and health and wellness funds. The Senior Manager of Finance will also ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with Canadian Public Sector Accounting Standards.
The ideal candidate will possess a degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration. Experience in a public sector setting would be an asset.
This is a full-time job with a salary in the range of $85,000-105,000.
Full job description can be found at: https://munyarmouth.ca/documents/jobs/905-mc-senior-manager-of-finance/file
To apply, please forward cover letter and résumé to: hr@munyarmouth.ca. We wish to thank all applicants; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Accounts Receivable Clerk
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The Town of Yarmouth is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused professional to join our Finance Department as an Accounts Receivable Clerk. This full-time position plays an important role in supporting the Town’s financial and administrative operations while providing excellent service to the public and internal team members.
Water Treatment Plant Operator
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The Town of Yarmouth is seeking a qualified Water Treatment Plant Operator to join our team.