Living Here
The 2025-2028 Accessibility Plan was approved by Municipal Council in March, 2025. This document outlines the top goals for improving accessibility in the Municipality.
View the pdf Accessibility Plan for 2025-2028(431 KB) .
You can also view the previous plan:
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Accessibility Plan 2022-2025(819 KB)
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Recent Accessibility Plan Updates:
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MODY Accessibility: Entrance Maintenance(43 KB)
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MODY Accessibility: Parking Maintenance(43 KB)
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MODY Snow and Ice Control Standards(46 KB)
There are five main areas of focus that providing a baseline starting point, outline of achievements to date, and actions moving forward. They serve as a guide to inform the implementation of the plan. The areas of focus include:
- Goods and Services
- Information and Communications
- Transportation
- Employment
- The Built Environment
Accessibility Advisory Committee Members
Voting Members:
- Councillor Jim Baxter
- Councillor Daniel Muise
- Citizen Representative Jennifer MacNeil
- Citizen Representative Ann Jones
- Citizen Representative John Aldrich
A paper copy of the Accessibility Plan may be requested by contacting the municipal office.
Call: 902-742-7159
The Municipality of Yarmouth is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace and in our hiring practices. We offer equal employment opportunities based on qualifications and performance, free from discrimination. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please let us know.
Current Employment Opportunities
Wharfinger for the Port of Yarmouth, NS - Yarmouth Area Industrial Commission
The Yarmouth Area Industrial Commission (YAIC) is currently looking to fill the full-time position of Wharfinger for the Port of Yarmouth. See full position description
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To apply, send your résumé to
Deadline to apply is Friday October 2, 2026
Welcome to the Municipality of the District of Yarmouth, and thank you for choosing MODY to put down roots!
We are made of a diverse collection of communities located on the southern tip of Nova Scotia. With natural beauty, a diverse economy, and opportunities for recreation and leisure, the Municipality of Yarmouth is an ideal place to live, have a work/life balance, and contribute to one's community.
Reach out to our Municipal staff with any other questions you may have.
pdf Western Regional Enterprise Network - A Community Guide to the Place We Call Home(7.92 MB)
Cape Forchu Lighthouse is an enduring symbol of Yarmouth’s historic and economic ties to the sea, guiding mariners and welcoming tourists since 1839. This unique "apple core" style lighthouse is the second most photographed lighthouse in Nova Scotia, and the tallest lighthouse in the province to offer public tours to the lantern room.
For more information and to plan your trip, visit the Cape Forchu Website and like the Cape Forchu Lighthouse Facebook Page.
Cape Forchu Comprehensive Master Plan
In 2001, Cape Forchu Lighthouse, land, and all the buildings were deeded to the Municipality of Yarmouth, making it the first operating light station in Canada to be transferred to a Municipality through the Alternative Use Program. In 2019 the Municipality placed a renewed focus on the property and commissioned the pdf Cape Forchu Comprehensive Master Plan(9.00 MB) to provide a clear path forward for future development.
Yarmouth Recreation provides recreation programming and services for the residents of both the Municipality and Town of Yarmouth.
Yarmouth Recreation is located at the Municipal Administration building in Hebron, and is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
For a full programming lineup, visit Yarmouth Recreation and "like" the Yarmouth Recreation facebook page to find out what's new!
For more information on the ongoing Active Transportation Plan, you can visit the website here.
Yarmouth and Acadian Shores Tourism Association (YASTA)
YASTA is a non-profit organization that promotes tourism activities within the Yarmouth & Acadian Shores region of Nova Scotia. YASTA is a partnership between the Municipality of Yarmouth, Town of Yarmouth, and the Municipality of Argyle, helping to promote visitation to the region and develop tourism experiences that will keep visitors in the region longer.
Learn more about Yarmouth and Acadian Shores Tourism Association (YASTA).
