Marketing Levy By-Law
As of January 1, 2024, the Municipality of the County of Richmond Marketing Levy By-Law applies to all accommodations in Richmond County. The Marketing Levy, which was amended in 2023, now applies to ALL fixed-roof accommodation providers within the Municipality, as required to be registered under the Nova Scotia Tourism Accommodation Registration Act. This includes short-term rentals like Airbnb, VRBO, etc. As of January 1, 2024, three percent (3%) of the Purchase Price of the Accommodation is being collected.
Levy Remittance Process
The Ontario Restaurant Hotel & Motel Association (ORHMA) has been designated as the levy remittance platform for participating municipalities to assist accommodation providers in understanding and implementing the marketing levy.
As an established industry leader, ORHMA provides valuable expertise in levy administration, compliance, and reporting, ensuring a smooth implementation process for local accommodations. ORHMA will help streamline operations, provide clear guidance, and support the tourism sector in maximizing the benefits of the levy.
Effective May 1, 2026, accommodation providers, including short-term rentals, are required to collect and remit the 3% levy via the ORHMA Levy Reporting Portal. Please note that previous reporting systems, including Checkin Analytics, are no longer in use.
Reporting Portal
Municipality of the County of Richmond Reporting Portal
Contact & Support
If you have questions regarding the transition or require technical assistance with the new portal, please use the following contacts:
- ORHMA Support: | 905-592-3023
- Destination Cape Breton Support: Mary Theresa Jessome |
- Municipal Office: 902-226-2400