Whycocomagh Boil Water Advisory Update – June 10, 2026

The Municipality of Inverness County is providing an update related to the ongoing Whycocomagh boil water advisory.

Leak Detection Work Ongoing:

Leak detection work will continue throughout today, June 10, and likely into the overnight hours. Leak detection work involves looking for areas where water is leaking from the system by checking for drops in pressure or certain sounds. Members of the team will be wearing high visibility vests.  When this work is underway, water pressure may be reduced temporarily.

Water Pick-Up & Voucher Programs Reminder

Water distribution and voucher pick-up will continue until the boil water advisory is lifted.

Upcoming Pick-Up Dates:

• Wednesday, June 10
• Friday, June 12

Time: 3:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Location: Whycocomagh Volunteer Fire Department, 9519 Trans Canada Highway, Whycocomagh

Impacted residents may collect one four-litre jug of drinking water per person, to a maximum of three jugs per household:

• One-person household: one jug (4 litres)
• Two-person household: two jugs (8 litres)
• Three or more people: three jugs (12 litres)

Please note: Friday, June 12 will be a double pick-up day to ensure residents have enough drinking water for the weekend.

Residents may also collect a water voucher during the distribution period. Vouchers can be redeemed at the Whycocomagh Co-op for bottled drinking water.

Residents requiring assistance with water or voucher pick-up are asked to contact the Municipality’s Public Works Department at 1-866-258-0223, option 4.

Updates will continue to be shared on the Municipality’s website and Facebook page. Residents are encouraged to check these sources regularly for the latest information.

To learn more, visit https://invernesscounty.ca/whycocomaghboilwateradvisory/