EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

COMMERCIAL SPACE AVAILABLE FOR LEASE

Kiosk on Pictou Waterfront

The Town of Pictou is inviting interested companies or individuals to submit a proposal to operate and lease space at one kiosk located on the Pictou Waterfront at the Hector Quay Visitors Marina.

The Pictou Waterfront is a vibrant travel destination on the Northumberland Shore and a valuable part of the “Pictou” experience. It is home to the Ship Hector, the deCoste Performing Arts Centre, the head of the Trans Canada Trail and is a venue for community events such outdoor concerts.

Interested parties may submit a proposal that would including the following: insurance, security, utilities, commitment to obtain regulatory permits, and staffing. At the minimum, each proposal should include proposed business details and hours of operations. Any added opportunities for experiential tourism would be considered an asset.

The kiosk is located at 87 Caladh Avenue, is 144 square feet, and has a sink and counterspace. The monthly rent is $550 including water and internet. There is no food service type equipment included in the lease, this would be the responsibility of the lease.

Of Note: The Town is working on a large capital project that involves the construction of a new wharf and breakwater at the marina location. This is not anticipated to disrupt businesses within the kiosks. Advance notice will be given when construction may begin.

Proposals will be received by the undersigned until 12:00pm local time on Thursday, March 7, 2024.

Commercial Space for Lease - Kiosk
Town of Pictou
c/o Michelle Young
PO Box 640
40 Water Street
Pictou NS  B0K 1H0

Electronic submissions will be accepted at michelle.young@townofpictou.ca . The Town of Pictou reserves the right to reject any or all Proposals or to accept the Proposal which it deems to be in the best interests of the Town of Pictou.