Housing was a big focus in the Town of Yarmouth this year.
New developments are going up on Shaw Avenue and Water Street.
Mayor Pam Mood says they listened to the public.
“We heard the cry for housing, and the response has been amazing. The town is not responsible for housing, we just set the table with permits and make sure there’s land. We were awarded $2.3 million for our housing accelerator project, which allows us to further set that table and welcome more projects,” said Mood.
Other projects in 2025 included a review of the municipal planning strategy and land-use by-law, a new recreation plan, upgrades to the Yarmouth South-End Playground and the opening of the Jumpstart basketball courts at Mariners Centre.
Premier Tim Houston was joined by Housing minister Colton LeBlanc, Yarmouth MLA Nick Hilton, Yarmouth Mayor Pam Mood and Charbel Daniel of the Affordable Housing Association of Nova Scotia on Shaw Avenue in Yarmouth on Wednesday, July 16, 2025 (Acadia News)
More projects in 2026
Looking ahead to 2026, Mood is looking forward to the Mariners Centre expansion project opening, and to see future plans for the former art gallery and tourist bureau buildings.
“We just sold both of those buildings over the last couple of weeks. We’re looking at the development of those and what could happen there.”
She says when the expansion opens in the Fall, the town will look at future plans for the building at 275 Main Street, which houses a pool and fitness centre.
Mood is also anticipating the final report on the ‘CAT’ ferry from the province, which is entering its final season under contract.
“Americans came to us in the tens-of-thousands, it’s tremendously important for our economy on every level, and you can build on services when there is a long-term contract in place.”
