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TOWN OF PORT HAWKESBURY
TAXI POLICY
1. This Policy is entitled "Taxi Policy".
2. This Policy applies except to the extent of any conflict with applicable provincial legislation,
and, where the fee amounts in this Policy differ from those set out in a By-law, Recorded
Resolution, Policy or Resolution of the Town in effect on the effective date of this Policy, the
fee amounts set out in this Policy shall amend those previously in effect.
3. Fees
Fees are to be paid to the Town for a Taxi License issued pursuant to the TAXI By-law shall
be in accordance with the following table:
Taxi Policy Fee Table
Taxi Driver's License
$30.00 (January 1-December 31st)
Taxi Owner's License (per Car)
$30.00 (January 1-December 31st)
Fares Within Town Limits (Flat Rate)
$8.00
The Fares Within Town Limits (Flat Rate) will be reviewed and where appropriate adjusted
annually. Significant spikes in fuel prices will also cause review and possible adjustment of
the Flat Rate.
The CAO shall adjust the Flat Rate when significant spikes in fuel prices occur, to fairly
accommodate the unforeseen increases in taxi operating costs.
4. Appeal Procedure
Paragraph 23 of the Town of Port Hawkesbury Taxi By-law states:
Any person whose application for a Taxi Business License or Taxi Driver's License has been refused
or whose Taxi Business License or Taxi Driver's License has been suspended or revoked may, within
seven (7) days of receipt of the Notice appeal the suspension or revocation to Town Council which
may:
a) Approve of the action taken;
b) Vary the action taken;
c) Allow the appeal and order that the application be granted or the license reinstated. The Taxi
Business License or Taxi Driver's License, as the case may be, shall continue to be suspended or
revoked until the appeal is heard. Following the appeal, the Town Council shall make a final
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decision, and that decision shall be in compliance with the By-law, the principles of natural justice
and this Taxi Policy.
The following process shall be utilized by Council when an appeal on the decision of the inspector
is made:
Within twenty (30) days after receipt of appeal, Council shall meet and review documentation
including:
a) The complaint received from appellant
b) Information received from Staff
Council shall then make a decision to:
a) Confirm the decision of the Inspector;
b) Order that a license be granted or reinstated;
c) Request more information from staff or the appellant and consider the decision on receipt of the
information or;
d) Hold an appeal hearing;
e) The appellant will be informed of the decision of Council within seven (7) days, if the decision is
to hold an appeal, the appeal is to be no later than fourteen (14) days from the date of the
decision;
The Town of Port Hawkesbury Appeal Hearing procedure will adopt the following agenda:
a) Introduction of all present
b) Introduction of the concern
c) Appellant presents an overview of his/her concern
d) Town Administration presents an overview of his/her decision
e) Questions of clarification from appeal Council members
f) All presenters leave
g) Council members deliberate on the information presented and possible options
Hearing concludes
Participants are expected to be respectful of all others in the appeal hearing, and listen quietly while
others present information to Council. There is no cross examination of presenters. Council members
may ask questions of each presenter.
Final Decision
Within seven (7) business days of the hearing, the CAO or designate on behalf of Council, shall notify
in writing (including electronically), as appropriate, the decision of Council.
The decision of Council shall be final and binding.
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In an appeal process the official file will be retained by the Clerk for a period of at least one year from
the date of Council's decision, after which the file will be destroyed.
5. Insurance Requirements
Proof of financial responsibility certifying:
a) public liability coverage is at a minimum amount of $2,000,000.00
b) passenger hazard coverage
c) accident benefits and uninsured motorist coverage as required by the Motor Vehicle Act and
any other applicable statute
d) endorsement 6A entitled permission to carry passenger for compensation or such comparable
form approved by the Insurance Bureau of Canada
6. Licensing Requirements
An application for a Taxi Driver's License shall contain:
a) The name and current address of the applicant;
b) The taxi company name under which the license is to be used;
c) A copy of the applicant's Class I, 2, class 3 or class 4 Nova Scotia drivers' license;
d) His/her signature acknowledging receipt of a copy of the Taxi By-law and to abide by said By-
law.
The applicant shall file with his/her application the following documents:
a) The results of a criminal record check, including vulnerable sector verification, every three (3)
years, or as deemed by the CAO;
b) An abstract of driving record from the Registry of Motor Vehicles dated not more than 30 days
prior to the application.
CAO's Annotation for Official Policy Book
Policy Review Notification:
December 23, 2021
Policy Review Date:
January 6, 2022
Under review:
March 2022
Amended by Council:
April 5, 2022
I certify this to be a true copy of the Taxi Policy as adopted by the Town Council of Port
Hawkesbury at a Public Meeting held
_______________________________________________________________
Terry Doyle, P. Eng.
Chief Administrative Officer
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SCHEDULE "A"
TOWN OF PORT HAWKESBURY APPLICATION FOR TAXI BUSINESS LICENSE
To: The Taxi By-law Administrator or Chief Administrative Officer
Port Hawkesbury
Nova Scotia
I hereby make application for a Taxi Business License in the Town of Port Hawkesbury pursuant to the
regulations and requirements as set out in the Town of Port Hawkesbury Taxi By-law.
Name: _______________________________________________________________________________
Home Address: ________________________________________________________________________
Home Phone: ____________________________Mobile Phone: _________________________________
Email: _______________________________________________________________________________
AUTOMOBILE INFORMATION
Make: ____________________________________ Model: _____________________________________
Year: ______________________________________ Nova Scotia Plate Number: ___________________
Nova Scotia License Number: _________________________________Serial Number: _______________
Colour: ______________________________Motor Vehicle Inspection Date: _______________________
INSURANCE INFORMATION
Insurance Company: ____________________________________________________________________
Policy Number: ___________________________________ Agent: _______________________________
Date of Policy: ____________________________________ Amount of Coverage: __________________
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SCHEDULE "A"
TOWN OF PORT HAWKESBURY APPLICATION FOR TAXI BUSINESS LICENSE (cont.)
BUSINESS REGISTRATION
Business Number (CRA) _________________________________________________________________
Nova Scotia Registry of Joint Stock Number: _________________________________________________
I further undertake to provide said vehicle for purposes of inspection and enclose the sum of $30.00 for
application and license fee. I certify that I have received and understand the terms of the Town of Port
Hawkesbury Taxi By-law and Policy adopted in January of 2022.I have enclosed the following required
attachments:
1. Copy of Vehicle Inspection
2. Copy of Insurance Policy
3. Proof of Bonifide Business
4. Licensing fees
Signature of Applicant:
Date:
TO BE COMPLETED BY THE TAXI ADMINISTRATOR
Certified Received by Administration:
Date:
Certified Application Complete:
Date:
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SCHEDULE "B"
TOWN OF PORT HAWKESBURY APPLICATION FOR TAXI DRIVER'S LICENSE
To: The Taxi By-law Administrator or Chief Administrative Officer
Port Hawkesbury
Nova Scotia
I hereby make application for a Taxi Driver's License in the Town of Port Hawkesbury pursuant to the
regulations and requirements as set out in the Town of Port Hawkesbury Taxi By-law.
Name: _______________________________________________________________________________
Home Address: ________________________________________________________________________
Home Phone: _____________________________Mobile Phone: ________________________________
Email: _______________________________________________________________________________
Taxi Company: ________________________________________________________________________
Address: _____________________________________________________________________________
I hold a valid unexpired Class 4 driver's License issued by the Province of Nova Scotia bearing License
No.: __________
I have enclosed $30.00 for application and license fee together with two personal photographs.
I have enclosed the following required attachments:
1. Copy of Nova Scotia Drivers Licence
2. Criminal Record Check Including Vulnerable Sector Check
3. Drivers Abstract
TO BE COMPLETED BY THE TAXI ADMINISTRATOR
Certified Received by Administration:
Date:
Certified Application Complete:
Date:
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SCHEDULE "C"
TOWN OF PORT HAWKESBURY
TAXI BUSINESS LICENSE
Taxi Business Name: ___________________________________________________________
Address of Taxi: ________________________________________________________________
The Owner of a Motor Vehicle
Nova Scotia License Number: _________________________________________ is licensed to
operate the said vehicle as a taxi within the Town of Port Hawkesbury for the period ending
December 31, 20___.
Chief Administrative Officer:
Date:
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SCHEDULE "D"
TOWN OF PORT HAWKESBURY
TAXI DRIVER LICENSE
Is licensed to carry on the trade or profession as a taxi driver within the Town of Port
Hawkesbury for the period ending December 31, 20___.
Chief Administrative Officer:
Date:
Name :
Address:
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