Port Hood Fire Hydrant Replacement – March 10

Port Hood Fire Hydrant Replacement – Temporary Water Service Interruption

The Municipality of Inverness County advises residents that municipal staff will be replacing a fire hydrant in Port Hood on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.

As a result of this work, nearby residents will experience a temporary interruption in water service. Traffic control personnel will be on site, and the roadway will be reduced to one lane during the replacement process. Motorists are asked to proceed slowly and exercise caution.

Project Details:

  • Date: Tuesday, March 10, 2026
  • Time: 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
    Should additional time be required, the Municipality will provide an update.
  • Fire Hydrant Location: Near 5 Ballfield Rd., Port Hood, across the street from 128 High Rd.

Residents Affected:

It is anticipated that residents from 10 to 206 High Rd. may be affected; however, the impacted area could extend beyond or fall short of this range. Residents in the surrounding area are advised to prepare accordingly.

How to Prepare:

  • Fill containers with drinking water in advance.
  • Fill your bathtub to ensure water is available for flushing toilets.
  • Monitor the Municipality’s website and Facebook page for updates regarding service restoration.

Residents are encouraged to share this advisory with neighbours, friends, and visitors to help ensure everyone remains informed.

The Municipality thanks residents for their patience and cooperation and apologizes for any inconvenience this temporary disruption may cause.

PSA: Judique Voluntary Water Conservation Directive Ends

The Municipality of Inverness County is advising that the voluntary water conservation directive for Judique water system users has ended today, February 4, 2026.

The municipality thanks the community for their patience and cooperation.

Please share this message with friends, family, and neighbors who may not receive this notice.

Reminder: Detect and Report Leaks

 Leaks can waste thousands of litres of water and often go unnoticed. Watch for:

  • Persistent puddles or soggy ground
  • Running water or unexplained streams
  • Sudden drops in water pressure

If you suspect a water leak in your community, please report it immediately by calling 1-866-258-0223, select option #9.

Mandatory Water Conservation Directive – Judique

PSA: Mandatory Water Conservation Directive – Judique Water System

The Municipality of Inverness County is issuing a mandatory water conservation directive for all Judique residents connected to the municipal system due to an issue with water supply to the water treatment plant.

This directive takes effect immediately (Monday, January 26) and will remain in place until the issue is resolved.

Water Conservation Tips:

  • Take short showers and avoid baths.
  • Turn off taps when brushing teeth or washing dishes.
  • Only run dishwashers and washing machines with full loads.
  • Keep a bottle of water in the fridge to avoid running the tap for cold water.
  • Limit toilet flushing.
  • Avoid non-essential outdoor water use.
  • Promptly repair any leaks in and around taps and plumbing.

To learn more about water conservation, visit invernesscounty.ca/services/infraemerg.

PSA: Mabou, Temporary Water Service Interruption

Public Service Announcement: Mabou Fire Hydrant Replacement – Temporary Water Service Interruption

The Municipality of Inverness County advises that municipal staff will be replacing a fire hydrant in Mabou on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025. As a result, nearby residents will experience a temporary interruption in water service.

Date: Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025
Start Time: 
7:30 a.m.

Traffic Impacts: Traffic control will be on site at 8:30 a.m. for the duration of the hydrant replacement.
Duration: 
To be determined, however it is anticipated to conclude around 6 p.m.
Fire Hydrant Location: Corner of Route 19 & Route 252

Residents Affected:

  • Route 19, from civic numbers 11511 & 11513, in the vicinity of the intersection of Route 252 and Route 19
  • Barra Lane
  • MacDonell Lane
  • Brynlee’s Lane
  • Cameron Hill
  • Highway 252 (for those on the municipal water system)

How to Prepare:

  • Fill containers with drinking water in advance.
  • Fill your bathtub to have water available for flushing toilets.
  • Monitor the Municipality’s website and Facebook page for updates regarding service restoration.

Please share this advisory widely with neighbors, friends, and visitors to ensure everyone stays informed.

The Municipality thanks residents for their patience and cooperation and apologizes for any inconvenience this temporary disruption may cause.

Whycocomagh Boil Water Advisory Lifted

Public Service Announcement: Boil Water Advisory Lifted – Whycocomagh

The Municipality of Inverness County advises that the Boil Water Advisory for users of the Whycocomagh water system has been lifted.

If you suspect a water leak, please call the emergency line at 902-258-5048.

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

Whycocomagh Boil Water Advisory Continutes

August 31, 2025

Public Service Announcement: Boil Water Advisory Continues – Whycocomagh

The Municipality of Inverness County advises that the Boil Water Advisory issued on August 29 for users of the Whycocomagh water system remains in place at this time.

All Whycocomagh water users are advised to continue to:

  • Bring tap water to a rolling boil for at least one to two minutes before use.
  • Allow water to cool before using it for:
    • Drinking
    • Making ice
    • Brushing teeth
    • Washing dishes
    • Preparing food and beverages

Please share this advisory widely with neighbors, friends, and visitors to ensure everyone stays informed.

The Municipality of Inverness County apologizes for any inconvenience and thanks residents for their patience and cooperation as we work to restore safe and reliable water service.

Whycocomagh Water System Boil Water Advisory

August 29, 2025

Public Service Announcement: Boil Water Advisory – Whycocomagh Water System

The Municipality of Inverness County is issuing a Boil Water Advisory for all users of the Whycocomagh water system, following a water leak reported earlier today, August 29, on Milford Rd., Whycocomagh. This boil water advisory is expected to remain in place until at least Sunday, August 31, at 10 a.m.

At this time, all Whycocomagh water users are advised to:

  • Bring tap water to a rolling boil for at least one to two minutes before use.
  • Allow water to cool before using it for:
    • Drinking
    • Making ice
    • Brushing teeth
    • Washing dishes
    • Preparing food and beverages

Please share this advisory widely with neighbors, friends, and visitors to ensure everyone stays informed.

Please note, the water leak reported earlier today, August 29, on Milford Rd., Whycocomagh has been repaired. Water services previously disrupted for residents of Milford Rd. and Bayview Dr. will return this evening.

Although the water system repair work is now complete on Milford Rd., the site requires further work to restore it to its original condition. Municipal staff will return Tuesday, Sept. 2 to finish this work.  Until then, residents are asked to use caution when driving in the area.

The Municipality of Inverness County apologizes for any inconvenience and thanks residents for their patience and cooperation as we work to restore safe and reliable water service. Updates will be shared when further information is available.

PSA: Voluntary Water Conservation Advisory

August 14, 2025

Public Service Announcement: Voluntary Water Conservation Advisory – Municipality of Inverness County

Thanks to the continued efforts of residents, the Municipality of Inverness County is transitioning from a mandatory water conservation advisory to a voluntary advisory for all users of the municipal water system.

While water conservation is no longer required by mandate, it remains strongly encouraged to help ensure the long-term sustainability of our water supply.

Water Conservation Tips:

  • Take short showers and avoid baths.
  • Turn off taps when brushing teeth or washing dishes.
  • Only run dishwashers and washing machines with full loads.
  • Keep a bottle of water in the fridge to avoid running the tap for cold water.
  • Limit toilet flushing.
  • Avoid non-essential outdoor water use like watering lawns or hosing down driveways.
  • Promptly repair any leaks in and around taps and plumbing.

Detect and Report Leaks:

Leaks can waste thousands of litres of water and often go unnoticed. Watch for:

  • Persistent puddles or soggy ground
  • Running water or unexplained streams
  • Sudden drops in water pressure

If you suspect a water leak in your community, please report it immediately by calling 902-258-5048.

Should water tower levels drop, a mandatory water conservation advisory will be re-issued. The municipality thanks you for your cooperation and understanding.

 

PSA: Water Conservation Advisory

August 7, 2025

Public Service Announcement:
Water Conservation Advisory – Municipality of Inverness County

Due to an extended period of low precipitation and no significant rainfall expected in the coming weeks, the Municipality of Inverness County is issuing a Water Conservation Advisory for all users of the municipal water system.  All residents and businesses are asked to help conserve water supply during this time.

Water Conservation Tips:

  • Take short showers and avoid baths.
  • Turn off taps when brushing teeth or washing dishes.
  • Only run dishwashers and washing machines with full loads.
  • Keep a bottle of water in the fridge to avoid running the tap for cold water.
  • Limit toilet flushing.
  • Avoid non-essential outdoor water use like watering lawns or hosing down driveways.
  • Promptly repair any leaks in and around taps and plumbing.

Detect and Report Leaks:

Leaks can waste thousands of litres of water and often go unnoticed. Watch for:

  • Persistent puddles or soggy ground
  • Running water or unexplained streams
  • Sudden drops in water pressure

If you suspect a water leak in your community, please report it immediately by calling 902-258-5048.

The municipality apologize for the inconvenience and thanks you for your cooperation and understanding.

PSA: Boil Water & Water Conservation Advisories Lifted-Inverness

August 3, 2025

Public Service Announcement: Boil Water & Water Conservation Advisories Lifted – Inverness

The Municipality of Inverness County advises that the Boil Water Advisory & Water Conservation Advisory for users of the Inverness water system have been lifted.

If you suspect a water leak, please call the emergency line at 902-258-5048.

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