Overview
Lockeport has a long history of entrepreneurship rooted in fishing, marine trades, tourism, and family-run businesses. Today, we continue to support business growth through strong community networks, regional partnerships, and access to provincial resources.
Whether you’re launching a new venture, expanding an existing operation, or relocating your business to Nova Scotia’s South Shore, Lockeport offers a supportive and practical environment to grow.
Why Lockeport?
- Established marine economy with deep ties to fishing and working waterfront industries
- Opportunities in marine trades, boat services, and coastal infrastructure
- Seasonal tourism driven by beaches, festivals, and South Shore travel routes
- Growing interest in remote work and lifestyle-based entrepreneurship
- Strategic location along Highway 103 between Yarmouth, Shelburne, Bridgewater, and Halifax
- Affordable commercial and home-based business opportunities
- Strong culture of supporting small local businesses
Lockeport is increasingly attractive to remote workers and entrepreneurs seeking a coastal lifestyle with regional connectivity. Its walkable layout, natural setting, and access to major routes make it well suited for location-independent work and small business growth.
Tourism & Visitor Economy
Tourism plays an important role in Lockeport’s economy. With Crescent Beach, Harmony Bazaar, the Sea Derby, the South Shore Lobster Crawl, and other community events, Lockeport sees steady visitor traffic throughout the summer and shoulder seasons.
Opportunities exist in accommodations, food services, retail, recreation, and experiential tourism.
Business Support & Resources
Businesses in Lockeport can access a range of regional and provincial supports:
Shelburne & Area Chamber of Commerce shelburnechamber.com
CBDC Shelburne (Community Business Development Corporation) cbdc.ca/shelburne
Invest Nova Scotia investnovascotia.ca
Nova Scotia Business Registry rjsc.novascotia.ca
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities
Tourism Nova Scotia tourismns.ca
These organizations provide support with business planning, financing, market development, tourism promotion, export development, and regulatory guidance.
Permits & Approvals
For information on development permits, building requirements, zoning, or local regulations, please contact the Town Office.
Phone: (902) 656-2216 Email: townoflockeport@ns.sympatico.ca