Tax Rates

Wondering the market value of your property? Looking for a property assessment? Since 2008, property assessments and other property-related services are the responsibility of the Property Valuation Services Corporation (PVSC).

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If you have any questions about your tax bill, please call 902-755-7788.

2024 - 2025 Rates

Property Tax

The residential and resource tax rate is currently $1.84/$100 of assessed value.

The commercial and business occupancy tax rate is currently $4.45/$100 of assessed value

Water and Sewer

The sewer rate is currently $1.40 per cubic meter of water consumed.

The water rate is currently $1.46 per cubic meter of water consumed.

Solid Waste

A solid waste uniform charge of $168.00 per unit is applied for all single residential dwellings. Multi-unit dwellings of 4 or less are charged $168.00 per unit.

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