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Public Works Notice
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Sewer Main Cleaning Notice
Please be advised that the Municipality of Richmond will be cleaning sewer mains in Evanston, Louisdale, Petit de Grat, and Arichat from Monday, September 14 to Friday, September 18, between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
This maintenance is necessary to prevent blockages and backups in the sewage collection system. Because of the pressures required for proper cleaning and inadequacies in some home plumbing systems, back pressure created by this process may come up in toilets and bathtub drains, causing small inconveniences. Residents with inadequate venting on their plumbing may also notice a slight odour of sewer gas in the home as a result of water being pulled from the traps; however, this can be addressed by running a small amount of water in all sinks and bathtubs and flushing all toilets.
We thank you for your understanding while this essential work is carried out.
REMO Update - Resident Support Line Closing Friday, September 11
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Resident Support Line Closing Friday, September 11 + FAQs
*Sending on behalf of Inverness, Victoria, Richmond Counties and Town of Port Hawkesbury
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The Western Cape Breton Regional Emergency Management Organization (REMO) residents support phone line will close Friday, September 11 at 4 p.m.
The phone line was set up for impacted residents from Inverness, Victoria, Richmond Counties, and the Town of Port Hawkesbury to report non-emergency issues and concerns related to a State of Local Emergency declared on Sept. 5.
Starting Monday, September 14, at 8:30 a.m., impacted residents are encouraged to contact their respective municipality.
- Inverness County: 1-866-258-0223, option 3 /
- Victoria County: 902-578-1994 /
- Richmond County: 1-800-567-2600, option 9, /
- Town of Port Hawkesbury: 902-625-2746 /
All emergency situations should be reported to 911.
The resident support line received approximately 80 phone calls. Below is a list of Frequently Asked Questions:
Is there any financial assistance available for home or property damage?
Further information about disaster funding assistance will be shared once available.
I have no insurance. What can I do?
Further information about disaster funding assistance will be shared once available.
It is not safe to return to my home. What can I do?
If you have no alternative accommodations, please contact your respective municipality.
My basement is flooded. What do I do?
Call your insurance provider. If you do not have insurance, please contact the Insurance Bureau of Canda Consumer Information Centre at 1-844-227-5422.
My culvert is impassable. Who should I call?
If the culvert is on a provincial road, contact the Nova Scotia Department of Public Works hotline: 1-844-696-7737. If the culvert is on a private road, contact your insurance provider.
My drinking water source has been impacted. What should I do?
Contact the Nova Scotia Department of Environment and Climate Change at 1-800-565-1633.
How do I report damage to my road?
- For provincial roads, call the Nova Scotia Department of Public Works hotline at 1-844-696-7737.
- If the road is privately owned, call your insurance provider.
- If you do not have insurance, contact the Insurance Bureau of Canada, Consumer Information Centre toll-free at 1-844-227-5422.
I have damage to my home and/or property. What do I do now?
Call your insurance provider. Residents with general insurance questions are encouraged to call the Insurance Bureau of Canada Consumer Information Centre toll-free at 1-844-227-5422.
Who do I call to report or receive an update regarding a power outage?
Contact the Nova Scotia Power Customer Service Line: 1-877-428-6004.
How do I properly dispose of storm-related debris (trees/shrubs/bushes, etc.) or food waste?
Please contact your municipality’s solid waste team for further direction.
- Inverness County: 1-866-258-0223, option 1
- Victoria County: 902-295-3231, option 2
- Richmond County: 902 226-2396
- Town of Port Hawkesbury: 902-625-7888
To stay informed, visit your respective municipality’s website and social media channels.
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State of Local Emergency Lifted - REMO Update
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Sharing behalf of Inverness, Municipality of the County of Victoria, Nova Scotia, Municipality of the County of Richmond, and the Town of Port Hawkesbury
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The State of Local Emergency has been lifted for Richmond County today, Sept. 9.
A State of Local Emergency (SOLE) was called on Sept. 6 for Inverness, Victoria and Richmond Counties following widespread flooding that had resulted in road closures, evacuations, and disruptions to transportation networks.
The SOLE for Inverness and Victoria Counties was lifted Sept. 8. Further assessment of roads and infrastructure was required for Richmond County, however today, Sept. 9, it was determined that it was safe to lift the SOLE.
PLEASE NOTE:
While travel is not prohibited, there will be some road closures throughout each impacted municipality. Road signage will be posted and motorists are asked to exercise caution in those affected areas.
Reminders for Residents:
Residents from Inverness, Victoria and Richmond Counties and the Town of Port Hawkesbury are encouraged to continue calling the municipal support line.
Phone number: 902-625-7888
Hours of operation: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
What callers can expect: Calls will be answered by a municipal representative. If residents are unable to reach someone when they call, they may leave a voicemail, and a representative will return their call. The nature of the concern will determine the appropriate response and follow-up.
The support line is intended for non-emergency issues and concerns. Any situation requiring immediate emergency assistance should be reported by calling 911.
Residents with general insurance questions are encouraged to call the Insurance Bureau of Canada’s Consumer Information Centre toll-free at 1-844-227-5422. Insurance Bureau of Canada is the national industry association representing Canada’s private home, auto and business insurers. To learn more about supports available, visit Cape Breton Flooding: Insurance Bureau of Canada provides insurance guidance .
The Western Cape Breton Regional Emergency Management Organization (REMO) thanks residents for their patience and cooperation during what has been a difficult time.
In September 2026, 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 together when an incident extends beyond the capacity of a single community.