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Update on Multiple Water Main Breaks in Inverness
posted October 27, 2026
Update on Multiple Water Main Breaks in Inverness

Water main breaks have been repaired in the following areas:

  • Near 15753 Central Ave.
  • Intersection of Central Ave. and Beaton St.
  • Church St.

Repair work will continue tomorrow, Oct. 28 for the following areas:

  • Joe’s Lane  (Joe’s Lane will remain open to local traffic only. Residents are asked to drive with caution near the impacted area.)
  • Intersection of Maple St. and Church St.

For those still without water (as of 8 p.m. this evening), please note the temporary water service interruption will extend into tomorrow until repairs can be completed.

Boil Water Advisory Remains in Effect

The boil water advisory remains in effect for all users of the Inverness water system until further notice.

For more information about boil water advisories, visit Boil Water Advisories | Municipality of the County of Inverness .

What Residents Can Expect Tomorrow (October 28)

  • Repair work will continue at Joe’s Lane and the intersection of Maple St. and Church St.
  • Details about the next water pickup at the Inverness Volunteer Fire Department will be shared when available.

For further details, check out the full release here: Update on Multiple Water Main Breaks in Inverness | Municipality of the County of Inverness

Welcome To Inverness County

The Municipality of Inverness County is pleased to welcome our constituents, tourists and those considering relocating to our beautiful county.

As Canada’s Musical Coast, Inverness County comprises the entire western coastline of Cape Breton Island, including the world-famous Cabot Trail, and reaches as far inland as the beautiful Bras d’Or Lakes. Inverness County is a string of beautiful communities, with majestic coastline vistas and breathtaking sunsets, bound together by musical traditions.

Hours of Operation

Municipal Administration Building

375 Main Street, Port Hood,
P.O. Box 179, NS B0E 2W0

Monday - Friday:
8:30am – 4:00pm

Saturday:
Closed

Sundays & Holidays:
Closed


Toll-Free:
1-866-258-0223, Option #5

Email:
info@invernesscounty.ca

Strathlorne Municipal Recycling Facility

15109 Nova Scotia Trunk 19,
Strathlorne, NS B0E 1N0

Monday - Friday:
7:00am – 4:00pm

Saturday:
7:00am - Noon

Sundays & Holidays:
Closed


Toll-Free:
1-866-258-0223, Option #1

Email:
waste@invernesscounty.ca

Kenloch Waste Management Facility

420 West Lake Ainslie Rd.,
Inverness, NS B0E 1N0

Monday - Friday:
8:30am - 4:30pm

Saturday:
8:30am - Noon

Sundays & Holidays:
Closed


Toll-Free:
1-866-258-0223, Option #1

Email:
waste@invernesscounty.ca

Recreation & Community Wellness Office

86 High Rd., Port Hood, NS B0E 2W0

Monday - Friday:
8:30am – 4:00pm

Saturday:
Closed

Sunday:
Closed


Toll-Free:
1-866-258-0223, Option #6

Email:
Recreation@invernesscounty.ca

Programs and Events