Thanksgiving Weekend Construction and Road Safety Concerns

Municipality Advises Motorists of Thanksgiving Weekend Construction and Road Safety Concerns

With Thanksgiving weekend approaching, the Municipality of Inverness County is advising residents that construction work for the Central Avenue Rebuild Project in Inverness will take place on Saturday, Oct. 10, and Monday, Oct. 12. Construction will pause on Sunday, Oct. 11 unless there is an emergent issue.

Traffic control measures will be in place during construction, and motorists should expect delays.

Although both lanes of traffic reopen at the end of each day, the Municipality and the Inverness RCMP Detachment are aware that some northbound motorists are driving on the wrong side of the road to avoid the temporary gravel and graded surface within the construction zone.

Inverness RCMP Cst. Ben Nickerson is reminding motorists, “driving on the wrong side of the road is both illegal and dangerous. This section of road also includes a blind curve that leads directly into oncoming traffic. Please take your time and remain on the proper side of the road for your safety and the safety of oncoming motorists.”

In addition, access to the Shean Trail Crossing, between kilometres 91 and 92, will be temporarily restricted on Saturday, Oct. 10, and potentially Monday, Oct. 12, during construction hours. An update will be provided on Monday to confirm.

The Municipality thanks residents and motorists for their patience and cooperation as work on this project continues. Motorists are encouraged to allow extra travel time, follow all posted signage and traffic control measures, and drive with care through the construction zone.

To learn more about the Central Avenue Rebuild Project, visit Central Avenue Rebuild | Municipality of the County of Inverness .

Halloween Swap

Have Halloween costumes, décor or accessories you no longer need? Bring them along and swap them for something new-to-you!

Join us at Creignish Recreation Centre during Waste Reduction Week for an evening of swapping, sharing and giving Halloween items another life.

Wednesday, October 21
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Creignish Recreation Centre

Accepting:

• Costumes
• Décor
• Accessories

Hot apple cider will be available, and attendees will have a chance to win a door prize!

Bring your gently used Halloween items to swap — and come see what you can find!

Items must be clean and in good condition. We cannot accept used makeup, face paint or other cosmetics.

Notice of Adoption: Chéticamp Planning Amendments

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT the Council of the Municipality of Inverness County has approved the following amendments, which are in effect as of the date of this publication:

1. Concurrent Text Amendments to the Chéticamp Secondary Plan Area Land Use By-law and Municipal Planning Strategy to allow additional dwelling units to a maximum of three (3) to be constructed within existing residential dwellings.

Copies of the planning documents and staff report, providing more detailed information on the amendment, can be inspected at the office of the Eastern District Planning Commission, 606 Reeves Street, Unit 3, Port Hawkesbury between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. weekdays (excluding statutory holidays) or at www.edpc.ca or by contacting Toll-Free 1-888-625-5361.

Posted on the website on October 2, 2026, in accordance with the requirements of the Municipal Government Act.

Port Hood Wastewater Lift Station Complete

Port Hood Wastewater Lift Station Replacement Concludes

The replacement of a wastewater lift station in Port Hood is officially complete. The project kicked off in April and earlier this week, the new lift station became operational.

A wastewater lift station is a pressurized system that moves sewer from lower to higher elevations. The original lift station, located at the intersection of Main Street and Convent Street, was installed in the 1970s, and was at the end of its useful life cycle.

The replacement has improved the efficiency and reliability of wastewater handling in the area.

To learn more about the project, visit Port Hood Wastewater Lift Station Replacement | Municipality of the County of Inverness.

The Municipality thanks residents for their patience and cooperation during this project.

Water Conservation Directive Lifted – Judique Water System  

The Municipality of Inverness County is advising that the mandatory water conservation directive, issued Sept. 7, 2026, has been lifted as of today, Sept. 23. 2026.

The Municipality thanks residents for their patience and cooperation. Please share this message with friends, family, and neighbors who may not receive this notice.

Celebrating Dr. Suze Egar in Inverness

From Residency to Physician of the Year: Celebrating Dr. Suze Egar in Inverness

Temp. Closure of Shean Trail Crossing – Starting Sept. 21

Temporary Closure of Inverness Shean Trail Crossing – Starting Sept. 21

The Municipality of Inverness County is advising that as part of the Central Avenue Rebuild Project, the Shean Trail crossing will be temporarily closed due to ongoing work to install new water infrastructure.

Starting Sept. 21, trail users will not be able to pass through the work area during construction hours (dawn until dusk). Access to the crossing will be restored at the end of each workday. This work is anticipated to take a few days.  An update will be shared once the work is complete and trail access is restored.

The Municipality thanks residents and trail users for their cooperation and patience as this important work is completed.

Central Avenue Rebuild Project – Saturdays Added

To support the schedule for the Central Avenue Rebuild Project, construction may occasionally take place on Saturdays.

The project is scheduled for completion by December. However, weather events have affected the construction schedule, and additional workdays and hours may be required to keep the project on track.

Construction hours may vary from day to day and may extend from dawn until dusk.

The Municipality of Inverness County thanks residents and businesses for their patience and cooperation as this important infrastructure project continues. Once complete, the project will provide lasting improvements that support residents, businesses, and visitors for years to come.

Reminders:

Project Information Centre

Residents are invited to drop in and speak directly with a municipal representative about the project.

The Project Information Centre will open on select days throughout the fall.

• Location: Inverness Fire Hall, 15797 Central Ave., Inverness
  • Tuesday, September 22
  • Thursday, October 1
  • Thursday, October 8
  • Tuesday, October 13
  • Tuesday, October 20
  • Tuesday, October 27
• Hours: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Please note that hours are subject to change. Residents are encouraged to check www.invernesscounty.ca/CentralAveRebuild for updates.

Stay Informed

Residents and businesses are encouraged to stay informed throughout construction by using the following resources:

• Central Avenue Rebuild Project Webpage:
  • www.invernesscounty.ca/CentralAveRebuild
• Project Newsletter
  • Sign up to receive project updates directly in your inbox here: Central Avenue Rebuild Project Newsletter.
  • Subscription is also available through the project webpage.

September Feedback Loop Survey Focuses on Food Access

The Municipality of Inverness County is launching the September edition of The Feedback Loop survey today, September 17, with a focus on how residents are accessing food and the associated challenges they may face.

The Feedback Loop is a monthly survey initiative designed to gather feedback on a variety of municipal topics throughout 2026. Surveys are released on the third Thursday of each month and invite residents to share their perspectives, experiences, and ideas.

“This survey will allow us to hear directly from residents about their experiences accessing food in their communities and determine where additional supports are needed and opportunities exist,” says Warden Bonny MacIsaac, Municipality of Inverness County. “The information gathered will help us support the local food system, making it more accessible, affordable, and responsive to the needs of our communities.”

The Feedback Loop is the Municipality’s survey series to hear resident feedback. All answers remain anonymous unless you choose to share your contact information in the final question. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey.

The survey takes approximately 10 minutes to complete, and all responses are anonymous.

The survey is available online, with paper copies available at the Municipal Administration Building, 375 Main St., Port Hood, and other locations throughout the County. To complete the survey, visit Feedback Loop – Community Food Access – Fill out form .

The survey closes on October 14. The next edition of The Feedback Loop will launch on October 15.

For more information, including a list of locations where paper copies are available, visit The Feedback Loop | Municipality of the County of Inverness.

Western Cape Breton REMO Statement of Appreciation

*Sharing on behalf of Inverness, Victoria, and Richmond Counties and the Town of Port Hawkesbury

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The Western Cape Breton Regional Emergency Management Organization (REMO) would like to thank the many partners who supported the team during the significant rainfall event that began September 4, 2026.

Widespread flooding resulted in road closures, power outages and disruptions to transportation networks. As a result, a State of Local Emergency (SOLE) was declared for the counties of Inverness, Victoria and Richmond on September 5.

With funding support from the Nova Scotia Department of Emergency Management, Inverness, Victoria and Richmond Counties, and the Town of Port Hawkesbury, partnered to establish the Western Cape Breton Regional Emergency Management Organization (REMO).

A REMO brings neighbouring municipalities together to coordinate emergency planning, preparedness, response and recovery. It provides a structure for municipalities and emergency response agencies to work collaboratively when an incident extends beyond the capacity of a single community.

This was the first major event for the REMO and demonstrated the value of regional coordination. All four municipal partners worked together, alongside provincial partners and first responders, to support residents throughout the region.

The Western Cape Breton REMO extends its sincere appreciation to the Nova Scotia Departments of Emergency Management and Public Works for the significant support, guidance and coordination provided throughout the event.

Additional thanks go to the Town of Port Hawkesbury for opening the Civic Centre to serve as the emergency coordination centre. The facility provided a central location where representatives from each municipality, government partners and response agencies could work together to coordinate the emergency response.

We also extend our gratitude to the RCMP, EHS, Ground Search and Rescue, the Nova Scotia Guard, local volunteer fire departments, Canadian Red Cross, regional centres for education, Eastern District Planning Commission, Strait IT and Nova Scotia Health for their support throughout the response.

Finally, the REMO would like to thank the residents, community halls and groups across Inverness, Victoria and Richmond Counties and the Town of Port Hawkesbury who reached out to offer their assistance. Your willingness to help your neighbours and your communities during a challenging time is greatly appreciated.