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Pothole in the road? Unsafe playground equipment? Graffiti or trash on a walking trail? If you see a problem in Yarmouth, making the town a better place starts with sharing what you see. Report your non-emergency concerns using the SeeClickFix submission tool below. You can also subscribe for updates and share issues with your neighbours, like lost pets.

PLEASE NOTE: This method of reporting issues is not monitored 24/7. Requests placed over weekends or holidays may not be addressed until the following official business day. For Public Works emergencies such as water leaks, snow and ice, during the week, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., you can call the Public Works office at 902-742-9423 for assistance. For after-hours emergencies, please call 1-833-460-8709. If you have an emergency, please call 911. You can also take action by learning about Yarmouth's emergency services and by-law enforcement or checking out the full Town Hall contacts list.

FAQs - Please review these important tips and tricks before you submit your request.

What can expect from using this system?

SeeClickFix is an easy way for residents to report concerns directly to the town and have department staff follow up to resolve the issue. Please always include a detailed address, description, and photo (if possible) to give as much information to staff as possible so they can investigate and determine the best way to address your concerns. The more detail you can offer, the quicker the issue is resolved. You are also encouraged to enter your email address on reports in order to get automated updates on the status of your issue as staff work to resolve it. When asked, also provide your phone number so we can follow up if needed (your number is not shared publicly). This system is best suited to respond to service requests like potholes, street lights, trees, garbage, etc. that can be assigned to staff and addressed in a timely manner. Issues requiring immediate attention or those dealing with public safety should be reported directly to our Operational Services Department. This method of reporting issues is not monitored 24/7. Requests placed over weekends or holidays may not be addressed until the following official business day. For public works emergencies such as water leaks, snow and ice, during the week, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., you can call the Public Works office at 902-742-9423 for assistance. For after-hours emergencies, please call 1-833-460-8709.

What types of things should I report using this system?

This system is best suited to respond to service requests like potholes, street lights, trees, garbage, etc. that can be assigned to staff and addressed in a timely manner. Start a report with the address of the issue and you will then see a drop-down menu with all of the possible categories of issues you can report using this system. Issues threatening public safety or requiring immediate attention should always be reported directly to our Operational Services Department at 902-742-9423 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. For after-hours emergencies, please call 1-833-460-8709. If you have an emergency, please call 911.

What should I NOT use this system for?

Issues threatening public safety or things needing immediate attention like downed wires, tree limbs, flooding, water main breaks, etc. should be reported directly to our Operational Services Department Things that require long-term planning, a larger discussion, a community process, or involve multiple departments or non-Town of Yarmouth entities should be directed to the appropriate department by phone call or email as these issues are not easily "fixable" in the same way a pothole, streetlight, etc. are.

What if I submitted a request but haven't received a response?

The town receives several requests per day, and departments do their best to respond in a timely manner. If you submitted a request and it hasn't been resolved or there has been no communication to you about what to expect in several days, please send an email to comms@townofyarmouth.ca and a staff member will look up your request and connect with staff to get an update for you.

Report Your Problem Now

Begin using the form below by adding the address of the location with the issue. Once you confirm the address, you can select the type of issue, add a photo if available, a description of the problem and then click to submit. Once received, it will be assigned to staff to be addressed.

To keep us posted on the go, download the See Click Fix app to your phone:

Yarmouth's emergency services are here to help in the worst of times. If you're experiencing an emergency, you can reach emergency services by calling 911.

Emergency Management Office

For larger emergencies, the Emergency Management Office is here to coordinate between different services. Their role is to plan ahead before an emergency occurs, coordinate the provision of the Town and Municipal resources when an emergency occurs, and assist with analysis and evaluation after an emergency.

Police Services

The RCMP Detachment covers the Town of Yarmouth and provides a variety of law enforcement and community-based policing services to the citizens of the Town of Yarmouth, as well as those who access the community as a service centre for southwest Nova Scotia.

Fire Services

The Yarmouth Fire Department is dedicated to fire prevention and the protection of the citizens of Yarmouth.

Health Services

The Yarmouth Hospital provides care to 64,000 people in Shelburne, Yarmouth and Digby Counties. The hospital includes an emergency room and ambulance service. For more information about public health and safety, including local clinics and how to find a family doctor, check out our health and safety.

For after-hours non-emergency matters, such as flooded basements, please contact the Yarmouth Fire Department at (902) 742-7411. Your information will be directed to the appropriate department.

Cycling, hiking, baseball, canoeing, skateboarding – whatever your lifestyle, you can take it to the next level in Yarmouth. Our town and the surrounding areas offer a wide range of sports fields, multi-use trails, waterways, and facilities.

With Yarmouth Recreation, you can quickly register for boating, cross-country skiing, and activities for every age group. You can also rent sports fields and other facilities for events and parties. Or strap on your skates and play a pickup game at the Yarmouth Mariners Centre.

Looking for something in the great outdoors? At the Yarmouth Skate Park (131 Main Street), you can show off your skills with challenging ramps, rails, and curbs for riders of all ages! Or take a walk through the centuries in our historic downtown.

With southwestern Nova Scotia's open spaces and fresh air, every day is an opportunity. Run along the shoreline amongst the crashing ocean waves. Pitch a tent and look up at the stars. Hike the trails or take a canoe. In the winter, you can go sliding, play hockey, skate, ice fish, or polar bear diving with friends. Discover more at the Yarmouth & Acadian Shores website.

You can also find a variety of local events happening throughout the year by checking out our community events calendar.

Yarmouth also features a breathtaking 18-hole golf course with a history dating back to the early 1800s. Its links-style layout offers a panoramic view of the local lighthouse and the Atlantic – with rolling fairways, small greens, and unpredictable ocean breezes that make the Yarmouth Links a course you'll feel proud to conquer. Learn more at yarmouthlinks.ca.

The facility at Yarmouth Links also houses a curling rink, operated by the Yarmouth Curling Association. You can learn more about the association by visiting its Facebook page.