Billing & Payment Options
Utility
Utility Bills are sent out four times a year by mail (unless you requested paperless):
- Sent: First week of February
Due: February 28 - Sent: First week of May
Due: May 31 - Sent: First week of August
Due: August 31 - Sent: First week of November
Due: November 30
For more information about rates please visit the Water Utility page.
You can also sign up for paperless billing by completing the application form.
Levy
The Town of Port Hawkesbury does an interim levy and a final levy.
Interim Levy
- Sent: April
Due: June 1
Final Levy
- Sent: July
- Due: October 1st
Bills are sent by mail or sign up for paperless billing.
Interest
Interest is charged in the amount of 1.25% per month which is 18% per year on overdue accounts.
You have 31 days from the date the assessment is mailed to appeal your assessment.
Payment Options
Payments can be made in-person, online or through mail. Please make sure you include your name and account number(s) with payment.
In Person
Residents can make payments at the Municipal Office, which is located at 606 Reeves St, Port Hawkesbury. Payments can be made by cash, cheque, money order, bank draft or debit.
Online Banking
Set us as a payee with your online banking.
Payment by Mail
Town of Port Hawkesbury
606 Reeves Street
Port Hawkesbury NS
B9A 2R7