Yarmouth Façade Society

Yarmouth Façade Society The Yarmouth Façade Society administers the Town of Yarmouth Façade Improvement and Mural Grant Programs.

Purpose
The Façade Improvement Program encourages commercial building owners to invest in façade renovations and storefront improvements by providing matching grants to cover a portion of renovation costs. This program is intended to:
• Make town streets a more inviting and interesting place to walk and shop
• Help building owners attract and retain tenants
• Build civic pride among the local busi

ness community
• Contribute to the quality of life of residents, workers and visitors
• Improve the marketability of the local business area
Exterior improvements funded by the program help businesses make a better first impression, showcase merchandise and services, and attract new customers. The Mural Grant Program will award matching funds grant for murals within Downtown Yarmouth. These projects contribute to Town of Yarmouth’s strategic Downtown revitalization goals. This grant offers support towards the costs involved in creating and delivering new inspiring installations in prominent Downtown locations. Aimed at improving the image of structures in Downtown Yarmouth, the work will enhance the environment and add to the experience of visiting the area while also contributing to local regeneration. This opportunity exists for downtown property owners and businesses to work with professional artists to bring their ideas to life and provide a platform for their talent to be showcased.

03/24/2026

Reminder

03/03/2026

Attention Façade & Mural Program Applicants - New for 2026

The Yarmouth Façade Society will be accepting Façade and Mural applications in 2026 in one in-take period.

Complete applications will be accepted until midnight of Friday April 17th, 2026. Awarded applicants will be notified by May 29, 2026.

For more details on both programs and eligibility, visit: https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftownofyarmouth.ca%2Fdowntown-facade-improvement-program.html&data=05%7C02%7C%7C5815f9657f2748f44b9008de7960df42%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C639081654133800900%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=%2FhDQP8F48Yo8aUm%2Bkj2rx9Y53hAozBRnGKQT30yQkDo%3D&reserved=0

11/06/2025

We Have a Winner! 🎉

Congratulations to Nikhil, winner of our Painted In Song contest! They’ve won a $25 Yarmouth & Acadian Shores / Côtes acadiennes et Yarmouth gift card, plus a Nova Scotia Music Week tote and hat!

Nikhil was randomly selected from all contest participants. They correctly guessed that the Sip Café mural, painted by Peter Lockerbie, represents the song “Lunenburg Moon” by musician Terra Spencer. 🌛

This contest was made possible by Downtown Yarmouth, Yarmouth Façade Society, Yarmouth & Acadian Shores Tourism Association, and Nova Scotia Music Week 2025. 🎶🎨

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10/23/2025

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10/19/2025

The Town of Yarmouth just won 🏆 GOLD at the International Communities in Bloom Symposium… with special recognition to the downtown streetscape and mural program! Thank you to the CiB Team and many in the community for believing in the Town and doing the work to make us an international gold winner!!! This is a HUGE deal!!!! Congratulations!!

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10/16/2025

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The latest Painted In Song mural has landed—and this one brings a whole new level of playfulness to downtown Yarmouth! 🎮🎨

Painted by Peter Lockerbie, this bold and dynamic piece was inspired by a song from musician Kayo. The mural map will be posted tomorrow evening, so you can start exploring and get to guessing which songs inspired each piece! 👀

📍 Find it at Goat Games, 440 Main Street, Downtown Yarmouth.

Brought to life by Yarmouth Façade Society, in partnership with Yarmouth & Acadian Shores / Côtes acadiennes et Yarmouth and Music Nova Scotia for Nova Scotia Music Week 2025, happening right here in Yarmouth Oct. 23rd–26th. 🎶

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10/11/2025

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It’s Thanksgiving weekend, and the newest mural in our Painted In Song series celebrates the beauty of the season! 🍂

Painted by Danielle Mahood, this vibrant piece—filled with golden leaves and autumn hues—was inspired by a song from Cameron Nickerson. It’s a perfect reflection of fall’s warmth and the creativity that fills Downtown Yarmouth. 🎨

📍 See it at Every Bloomin' Thing, 281 Main Street, Downtown Yarmouth.

Starting Wednesday, October 15th, you’ll have the chance to guess which songs inspired each mural for your chance to win a prize! Stay tuned for details after the long weekend. 👀

Made possible by Yarmouth Façade Society, in partnership with Yarmouth & Acadian Shores / Côtes acadiennes et Yarmouth and Music Nova Scotia for Nova Scotia Music Week 2025, happening right here in Yarmouth, Oct. 23rd–26th. 🎶

10/09/2025
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10/01/2025

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Painted In Song keeps growing—bringing even more music-inspired art to downtown Yarmouth! ❤️

This striking piece by Danielle Mahood was inspired by a song from musician Elyse Aeryn—but which one do you think it is? 👀 Starting Thanksgiving weekend, you’ll have the chance to share your guess and be entered to win a prize!

📍 Find it at Friends of Jane's, 356 Main Street, Downtown Yarmouth.

Brought to life by Yarmouth Façade Society, in partnership with Yarmouth & Acadian Shores / Côtes acadiennes et Yarmouth and Music Nova Scotia for Nova Scotia Music Week 2025, happening Oct. 23rd–26th, right here in Yarmouth. 🎸

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09/30/2025

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Another Painted In Song mural has popped up in downtown Yarmouth! 🎨

Painted by Peter Lockerbie and inspired by a song from musician Jacques Surette, this colourful piece invites you to guess the tune. 🤔 Starting Thanksgiving weekend, share your guess for a chance to win a prize!

📍 See it at Greco Pizza, 368 Main Street, Downtown Yarmouth.

Made possible by Yarmouth Façade Society , in partnership with Yarmouth & Acadian Shores / Côtes acadiennes et Yarmouth and Music Nova Scotia for Nova Scotia Music Week 2025, happening Oct. 23rd–26th. 🎶

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Yarmouth, NS
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