Welcome to the Town of Yarmouth
On the Edge of Everywhere
Finance
The Finance Department manages the town’s money. We follow Council’s decisions and provide accounting, administrative services, and financial reporting.
What we do
- Manage the town’s investments
- Finance capital projects
- Collect taxes and other revenues, including billing and collections for water, sewer and solid waste services
- Provide payroll, budgeting, and financial reporting for town departments
- Provide financial services to three other municipal entities: the Yarmouth Water Utility, Waste Check, and the Yarmouth County Solid Waste Park
Office hours and location
Our office is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., except on holidays.
Town Hall
400 Main St
Yarmouth Nova Scotia
B5A 1G2
Tel: (902) 742-2521
Fax: (902) 742-6244
Economic Development
The Town of Yarmouth’s economic development team helps new and existing businesses grow. We support business investment by improving local services, community assets, and infrastructure.
What we do
- Help new businesses set up in Yarmouth.
- Support local businesses that want to expand or stay here.
- Connect businesses with permits, funding, property information and local partners.
- Promote Yarmouth as a place to invest and hire talent.
Thinking of investing in Yarmouth?
Yarmouth is the regional business hub for southwestern Nova Scotia. We encourage innovation and welcome businesses in many sectors, including fishing, tourism, retail, digital media, and professional services. We also work with colleges and local agencies to help employers find staff.
How we help
- Business startup
- Use BizPaL to find the permits and licences you need. BizPaL is free and available 24/7.
- Finding talent
- We connect employers with local workers and training programs across several sectors.
- Incentives and funding
Administration
Headed by the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), the Town of Yarmouth administration directs and coordinates the general management of the business affairs of the Town, in accordance with the by-laws, policies, and plans approved by Council.
Town of Yarmouth Administration
Phone: (902) 742-8565
Fax: (902) 742-6244
CAO
The Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) is appointed by Council to assist in setting the direction of the Town by providing guidance and advice – based on best practices and emerging trends in municipal government.
He works closely with his counterparts in other municipalities, as well as with both federal and provincial government officials on a variety of issues affecting the Town of Yarmouth. The CAO also directs and coordinates the general management of the business affairs of the Town, in accordance with the by-laws, policies, and plans approved by Council, so that our programs and services meet the ever-changing needs of the community while ensuring fiscal responsibility.
About Jeff Gushue
Before becoming Yarmouth’s Chief Administrative Officer in 2004, Jeff had thirteen years of municipal experience. He previously served as the Director of Leisure Services for the Town and Municipality of the District of Yarmouth (1996–2001), Recreation Director for the Municipality of the District of Yarmouth (1989–1996), and the Recreation Director for the Town of Annapolis Royal (1988–1989).
In addition to his municipal experience, Jeff worked as the Project Coordinator (2001–2004) for the Yarmouth Stroke Project, a research project dedicated to improving the lives of people affected by stroke and their caregivers. He holds a Master of Business Administration degree, as well as an Arts degree in Recreation and Physical Education.
We welcome your suggestions, questions and involvement in Town business. The Chief Administrative Officer's office is located on the main floor of Town Hall:
400 Main Street
Yarmouth, Nova Scotia
B5A 1G2
Phone: (902) 742-8565
Fax: (902) 742-6244
