Finance
Staff
Jane Crowell, Finance Manager
Phone: (902) 875-2991 Ext. 3
Email: jane.crowell@shelburnens.ca
Jennifer Perry, Manager of Finance (In Training)
Phone: (902) 875-2991 Ext. 2
Email: jennifer.perry@shelburnens.ca
Heidi Goodick, Finance & Tax Coordinator
Phone: (902) 875-2991 Ext. 10
Email. heidi.goodick@shelburnens.ca
Tax Bills
Tax Bills are issued twice a year, the first “Interim Bill” is sent out in April and reflects approximately 60% of the previous year's tax total. The “Final Bill” is sent out in September and is the remainder of the current year's taxes after the Tax Rate has been approved by Council. Taxes are calculated on the current year assessment divided by 100 multiplied by the current year Tax Rate.
Sewer Maintenance Bills and Solid Waste Bills are issued with the Final Tax Billing in September of each year as approved by Council.
2026/27
2026/27
- Residential Tax Rate – $1.99/100 of assessment
- Commercial Tax Rate - $395.00/100 of assessment
- Sewer Maintenance - $395.00 per unit
- Solid Waste Charge - $248.10 per unit
For more information go to Development Support Program.
Other Charges
- Tax Certificate - $50.00
- Deed Transfer Tax – 1.5% of purchase price
Address Changes
If you have moved or changed your address, please let us know either by phone at (902) 875-2991 ext. 1
pdf PVSC address change form(629 KB)
Inquiries
For general inquiries regarding the balance on accounts, address changes, etc contact- Heidi Goodick (902) 875-2991 Ext.10 or heidi.goodick@shelburnens.ca
Budgeting & Reporting
The Town of Shelburne Finance Department prepares budget documents for Council and works with the Town’s auditors (Belliveau Veinotte Inc.) on the annual audit of the Town’s finances.
Please review the “BUDGET ITEMS” document below for more information.
2026-2027 Budget Documents
- 2026/27 General Operating Budget- Approved
- 2026/27 General Operating Budget Presentation
- 2026/27 General Operating Report
- 2026/27 5 Year Capital Budget Report
- 2026/27 5 Year Capital Budget- Draft
2025-2026 Budget Documents
- 2025/26 General Operating Report
- 2025/26 5 Year Capital Budget Approved
- 2025/26 5 Year Capital Report
- 2025-2026 Budget Presentation
- 2025/26 General Operating Budget Approved
2024-2025 Budget Documents
2023-2024 Budget Documents
2022-2023 Budget Documents
- pdf Town of Shelburne 2022 23 General Operating Budget (223 KB)
- pdf F23 Top 5 Council Priorities (14Apr22)(116 KB)
2021-2022 Budget Documents
- pdf Town of Shelburne 2021-2022 General Operating Budget(231 KB)
- pdf Town of Shelburne 5 Year Capital Budget(204 KB)
2020-2021 Budget Documents
- pdf Staff Report Changes to Low Income Property Tax Exemption(89 KB)
- pdf BUDGET ITEMS(663 KB)
- pdf 2020 - 2021 Proposed SVFD budget(431 KB)
- pdf 2020 - 2021 Operating Budget(54 KB)
- pdf 2020 - 2021 Capital Budget(150 KB)
2019-20 Budget Documents
- pdf Town of Shelburne 5 Year Capital Budget 2019/2020(180 KB)
- pdf General Operating Budget 2019/20 (219 KB)
Financial Statements
- 2024 Town of Shelburne Financial Statements
- 2023 Town of Shelburne Financial Statements
- 2022 Town of Shelburne Financial Statements
- pdf 2021 Town of Shelburne Financial Statements(1.04 MB)
- pdf 2020 Town of Shelburne Financial Statements(11.86 MB)
- pdf 2019 Town of Shelburne Financial Statements(3.38 MB)
- pdf 2018 Town of Shelburne Financial Statements(456 KB)
- pdf 2017 Town of Shelburne Financial Statements(611 KB)
- pdf 2016 Town of Shelburne Financial Statements(830 KB)
- pdf 2015 Town of Shelburne Financial Statements(702 KB)
- pdf 2014 Town of Shelburne Financial Statements(691 KB)
- pdf 2013 Town of Shelburne Financial Statements(1.68 MB)
- pdf 2012 Town of Shelburne Financial Statements(1.60 MB)
- pdf 2011 Town of Shelburne Financial Statements(1.62 MB)
Nova Scotia Department of Municipal Affairs - Municipal Financial Indicators
The Nova Scotia Department of Municipal Affairs provides published indicators for all municipalities in Nova Scotia, focusing on financial matters, administration of the municipality, and characteristics of the community. Two structured reports – the Financial Condition Index and the Municipal Profile – bring together a group of indicators to give an overall snapshot for each municipality.
Municipal Indicators (Department of Municipal Affairs)
Grants to Organizations
Shelburne County Arena
The Shelburne County Arena is located on John Street in Shelburne. The facility is owned, administered and operated by the Shelburne County Arena Association, a volunteer group, with staff being hired for the operation of the facility during peak use periods. The facility supports a variety of programs including, hockey, figure skating, public skating, group rentals along with various other anticipated functions.
Public Skating
Fee: $2.00
Sunday: 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Pre-school Skating/Adult Skate
Fee: Free/$2.00
Thursday: 12:00 pm-1:00pm
The schedule is subject to change so please contact the Arena to confirm all sessions or for bookings.
Phone: 902-875-2977
Fee Schedule
Shelburne Marine Terminal Pricing (effective 1 April 2023)
*Note: berthage rates for * categories above include self-serve power usage (30 Amp only) and access to Port dumpsters.
Low Income
Council has approved the low-income tax exemption program which will now provide graduated tax relief to qualifying taxpayers.This program will close for the year once the budget is met.
The application form can be found here Low Income Property Tax Policy 2026/27
Low Income Property Tax Exemption Application
Home Warming Program
Interested in FREE Home Upgrades to Save on Heating Bills?
HomeWarming helps Nova Scotians living on a low wage save money on heating bills and feel more comfortable at home. There’s no catch!HomeWarming offers no-charge energy assessments and home upgrades to income-qualified homeowners. If an efficiency audit discovers that upgrades will help reduce heating and power bills, they will be installed at no cost to the homeowner. A typical house loses 45% of its heat through the walls, floors and roof. Upgrades like improving insulation and draft-proofing can help keep a home warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer. And since heating and cooling make up around 60% of energy costs, reducing these bills can make other household expenses more manageable.
HomeWarming reduced Norman’s energy consumption by 37%. And Louizella is saving almost $400 a year in heating costs.
HomeWarming is offered by Clean Foundation and Efficiency Nova Scotia and proudly sponsored by Nova Scotia Power and the Province of Nova Scotia.Speak confidentially with a Service Advisor: call 1-877-434-2136 (toll-free), or visit Home Warming.