Membership Application for

Restaurants

Taste of Nova Scotia is a unique, province wide marketing program whose members are committed to providing exceptional Nova Scotia culinary products and experiences. All restaurant applicants must demonstrate a commitment to our membership criteria.

What comes next?

Determining Qualification
All applicants will be visited by a Taste of Nova Scotia representative to evaluate the experience and to determine if the information provided qualifies applicants for membership. The Taste of Nova Scotia membership committee will review the application and evaluation findings. The committee will then make its recommendation to the Taste of Nova Scotia Board of Directors during a scheduled board meeting. The Taste of Nova Scotia Board of Directors will then vote on final approval for membership.

Restaurant Member Fee Structure
Restaurant membership fees are determined by whether a restaurant has year-round or seasonal operations, as well as how many seats they have. The fees are as follows:

Year-Round Operations

  • 10–50 seats: $603.75 + HST
  • 51–125 seats: $813.75 + HST
  • Over 126 seats: $1,023.75 + HST

Seasonal Operations

  • 10–50 seats: $498.75 + HST
  • 51–125 seats: $708.75 + HST
  • Over 126 seats: $918.75 + HST

    SECTION 1 Business Details

    Registration & Contact Person

    Address & Contact Details

    Social Media Details

    Operation

    SECTION 2 Business Description

    Please provide a brief description of the experience provided at your restaurant, and how it exemplifies a Nova Scotia culinary tourism experience. Please note this description may be used in Taste of Nova Scotia promotional materials.

    SECTION 3 Food & Beverage Procurement Requirements

    Food

    Please send a copy of your menus to membership@tasteofnovascotia.com. If the menu changes seasonally, please provide two copies. Please indicate which menu items are sourced from Nova Scotia producers.

    What proportion of products is purchased directly from Nova Scotia producers?

    Beverage

    If applicable, please send copies of your wine, beer and drinks list to membership@tasteofnovascotia.com and identify what Nova Scotia wines, craft beers and spirits you highlight.

    SECTION 4 Industry Involvement

    Food

    SECTION 5 Restaurant Classification

    All food service establishments meeting the Taste of Nova Scotia membership requirements will be placed in one of the following categories. Please refer to the Restaurant Classifications for a complete list of category descriptions.

    SECTION 6 Restaurant Membership Fee Structure

    Restaurant membership in Taste of Nova Scotia is based on a per seat basis for year round and seasonal operations. Please select which category you belong in:

    Application Fee: $100/business

    Please note the $100 application fee will be applied to the remaining Taste of Nova Scotia membership fees for all successful applicants. You will receive an email confirmation following the submission of your online application. Follow the link provided to pay your application fee online, or send a cheque to the Taste of Nova Scotia office.

    Your application will not be considered until payment for the application fee is received.

    SECTION 7 Declaration of Accuracy

    Thanks for your application! A Taste of Nova Scotia staff member will respond to you soon with next steps.

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