The Province of Nova Scotia administers the distribution of the federal gas tax funds to municipalities. The distribution is based on a formula proposed by the Union of Nova Scotia Municipalities (UNSM).
The distribution formula is based on:
- population
- the number of dwellings in a municipality
- municipal expenditure
A municipality must enter into an agreement with the province (Municipal Funding Agreement) and submit a capital budget with eligible projects and meet reporting requirements before funds are released.
Allocation of Federal Gas Tax Revenues
|
Fiscal year |
Canada’s Contribution |
|
2005-2006 |
$ 17,419,000 |
|
2006-2007 |
$ 17,419,000 |
|
2007-2008 |
$ 23,225,000 |
|
2008-2009 |
$ 29,032,000 |
|
2009-2010 |
$ 58,064,000 |
|
TOTAL |
$145,159,000 |
Click here for the distribution of Gas Tax Funds by municipal unit.
