News & Announcements
Curbside Collection Update - Impacted Areas in West Bay
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Curbside Collection Notice
Residents in the affected area of West Bay, from Civic Number 3363 to Civic Number 5565, can place their garbage at any time in the collection bins located at:
- 3363 West Bay Hwy, St. George's Channel Hall
- 5565 West Bay Road, across the road at the gravel pit
These bins are available for residents from the impacted area and will remain in place until road repairs are complete.
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.
Apply to Serve on a Provincial Agency, Board, or Commission
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