The amendment to the Summary Offence Tickets Regulations, designated as N.S. Reg. 8/2025 was enacted under Section 8 of the Summary Proceedings Act, Chapter 450 of the Revised Statutes of Nova Scotia, 1989. It primarily focuses on modifying Schedule M-28 of the Summary Offence Tickets Regulations, originally established in 2011, by updating designated offences in the Town of Yarmouth’s municipal bylaws. The amendment includes penalties for various infractions related to dog ownership, solid waste management, peace and order, and vending regulations.

The changes to the Town of Yarmouth’s Dog Bylaw introduce penalties for 11 specific offences, all carrying a fine of $237.50. These offences include owning a dog without a required tag, failing to register a dog, not removing dog feces, and allowing a dog to disturb the peace. Other infractions include keeping a dog in unsanitary conditions, allowing a dog to run at large, owning a dangerous dog, and failing to comply with regulations for such dogs. These updates reflect an effort to ensure responsible pet ownership and maintain public hygiene and safety.

The amendment also revises the Peace and Order Bylaw by removing outdated provisions and adding new offences with fines of $259.29. These include throwing debris on public property, interfering with graves, discharging a firearm or conducting blasting activities without a permit, and other acts that disrupt public order. This adjustment underscores the province’s intent to uphold community safety and cleanliness.

Modifications are made to the Solid Waste Resource Collection and Disposal Bylaw. The revised penalties, each set at $295.00, target improper waste disposal practices. These include disposing of banned materials in landfills, interfering with curbside waste collection, littering, and allowing garbage to accumulate in a way that poses a public health risk. Additionally, property owners and occupants are now required to provide adequate waste storage facilities, keep waste containers clean, and ensure commercial waste bins are emptied weekly. New infractions also include failing to remove scattered waste by the end of collection day and neglecting to use clear plastic bags for garbage disposal. These measures emphasize environmental responsibility and effective waste management.

The amendment updates the Town of Yarmouth’s Vending Bylaw, establishing strict rules for street vendors. Seventeen new offences are included, each carrying a fine of $467.50. These violations include vending without a permit, operating outside designated hours, leaving a vending stand unattended, selling unauthorized goods, and failing to provide waste receptacles. Additional infractions pertain to vending in prohibited locations, such as near fire hydrants, crosswalks, or emergency service driveways. Vendors are also prohibited from using loud noise-producing devices to attract customers and must possess appropriate fire extinguishers and insurance. These regulations aim to ensure public safety, fair business practices, and proper urban organization. The uniformity in penalties across different bylaws also underscores the province’s aim for fairness and consistency in municipal law enforcement.

Nova Scotia (8/2025) February 7, 2025