Halifax Water

Traffic Advisory – Kempt Road From 12 AM to 12 PM on October 24, there will be rolling sections of stop-and-go traffic on Kempt Road between Young Street and Lady Hammond Road, Halifax, for wastewater system maintenance. Sidewalks open. No impact on services. halifaxwater.ca/notice/traff...

Rainwater that soaks into the ground instead of running off hard surfaces can help reduce flooding, improve water quality, and protect local waterways. Rain gardens, rain barrels, trees, and permeable surfaces are simple ways to manage stormwater on your property. halifaxwater.ca/how-manage-s...

Starting at 6:00 PM today, Halifax Water crews will conduct emergency wastewater maintenance near Lower Water and Prince streets. Lower Water Street will be closed between Sackville and Prince streets, with detours in place. halifaxwater.ca/notice/lower-water-street-wastewater-system-maintenance

We're Hiring! Join the Halifax Water Team! Senior Manager, Capital Project Delivery Applications close at 4:30 p.m. on November 8, 2026. Learn more at halifaxwater.ca/employment

Despite the label, "flushable" wipes don't break down like toilet paper. They can clog pipes, cause sewer backups, and lead to wastewater overflows that impact the environment. Protect our wastewater system by flushing only the 3 Ps: pee, poo, and toilet paper. halifaxwater.ca/flushablewipes

Giberson Drive – Water Main Repair Stop-and-go traffic near 22 Giberson Drive, Westphal for an emergency water main repair. Water service will be temporarily shut down in this area. No estimate on restoration time. halifaxwater.ca/notice/giberson-drive-water-main-repair-0

UPDATE: There will be stop-and-go traffic in the work zone. Experienced traffic control personnel will be on-site to manage traffic flows.

Water Service Advisory – Giberson Drive – Water Main Repair Water service near 26 Giberson Drive, Westphal, has been temporarily shut down for an emergency water main repair. No estimate on service restoration time. halifaxwater.ca/notice/giber...

Traffic Advisory – Brentwood Avenue – Hydrant Replacement There is stop-and-go traffic near 19 Brentwood Avenue, Timberlea, for a hydrant replacement. This work will not impact services in the area. halifaxwater.ca/notice/traff...

Water Service & Traffic Advisory – Cedar Street – Water Main Repair  There is stop-and-go traffic near 6 Cedar Street, Bedford, for an emergency water main repair. Water service will be temporarily shut down in this area. No estimate on restoration time. halifaxwater.ca/notice/cedar...

Wastewater System Maintenance From 8 AM to 4 PM, October 20-22, Halifax Water crews will perform wastewater system maintenance at Morris Street/Dresden Row and 1259 South Park Street. Expect stop-and-go traffic. halifaxwater.ca/notice/downtown-halifax-wastewater-system-maintenance-0

Wyse Road – Water Valve Repair Stop-and-go traffic near Wyse Road and Boland Road, Dartmouth for an emergency water valve repair. Water service will be temporarily shut down in this area. No estimate restoration time. halifaxwater.ca/notice/wyse-road-water-valve-repair

Clifford Drive – Water Main Repair Stop-and-go traffic near 12 Clifford Drive, Dartmouth for an emergency water main repair. Water service will be temporarily shut down in this area. No estimate restoration time. halifaxwater.ca/notice/clifford-drive-water-main-repair

Water Service Advisory – Gourok Avenue – Emergency Water Shut Down  Water service near 152 Gourok Avenue, Dartmouth, has been temporarily shut down to facilitate emergency water system repairs. No estimate restoration time. halifaxwater.ca/notice/gouro...

Water Service Advisory – Kencrest Avenue  Due to third-party construction work, crews have temporarily shut down water service from 3861 Kencrest Avenue to Mont Blanc Terrace, Halifax, to facilitate water system repairs. No estimate on service restoration time.    halifaxwater.ca/notice/kencr...

Pockwock Road – Third Party Water Shut Off Due to third-party construction work, water services near 251 Pockwock Road, Hammonds Plains will be shut off from October 19th at 8:00 PM to October 20th at 4:00 AM. halifaxwater.ca/notice/pockwock-road-third-party-water-shut

From 8AM-4PM on Tuesday, October 20th, altered centre line on Lady Hammond Road near the intersection with Commission Street for wastewater and stormwater system maintenance. halifaxwater.ca/notice/lady-hammond-road-wastewater-and-stormwater-system-maintenance

Bag it. Bin it. Don't leave it in a catchbasin. Dog waste bags, litter, and other garbage placed in catchbasins can pollute streams, lakes, and the harbour. Help protect our environment by disposing of waste properly. To report illegal dumping into the stormwater system, call 902-420-9287.

Deyoung Drive – Water Valve Repair Local traffic only near 32 Deyoung Drive, Eastern Passage for a water valve repair. Water services will be shut off in the area. Impacted water service customers were notified in advance of this work. halifaxwater.ca/notice/deyoung-drive-water-valve-repair

Water Service & Traffic Advisory – Mayfair Avenue – Water Main Repair  There is stop-and-go traffic near 7 Mayfair Avenue, Lower Sackville, for an emergency water main repair. Water service will be temporarily shut down in this area. no estimate restoration. halifaxwater.ca/notice/mayfa...

Is your sump pump connected correctly? Sump pumps help remove water from around your home's foundation. They should discharge to your yard or into the stormwater system, not the wastewater system. See examples of correct and incorrect sump pump connections. Learn more at: halifaxwater.ca

Protect our wastewater system by flushing only the 3 Ps: pee, poo, and toilet paper. Wipes, diapers, floss, cotton swabs, & menstrual products belong in the garbage, not the toilet. Flushing the wrong items can cause clogged pipes, sewer backups, & higher costs. halifaxwater.ca/flushablewipes

Thanksgiving Long Weekend Service Level Adjustments Halifax Water offices will be closed to the public on Monday, October 12, for Thanksgiving Day. Regular hours of operation will resume on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.

UPDATE: Water Service has been shut down in this area to facilitate emergency repairs.

Traffic Advisory – Capilano Drive – Water Valve Repair There is stop-and-go traffic near 37 Capilano Drive, Windsor Junction, for a water valve repair. No impact on services in the area. halifaxwater.ca/notice/traff...

Water Service & Traffic Advisory – Central Avenue – Water Main Repair There is stop-and-go traffic near 92 Central Avenue, Halifax, for an emergency water main repair. Water service will be shut down in this area. No estimate restoration time. Sidewalks open. halifaxwater.ca/notice/centr...

Traffic Advisory – Bayers Lake Area There will be lane reductions on sections of Chain Lake Dr., Susie Lake Dr., and Hobson Lake Dr., Halifax, from 12 AM to 2 PM on October 10 for wastewater system maintenance. No impact on services in the area. Sidewalks open. halifaxwater.ca/notice/traff...

As you prepare for Thanksgiving, a few small changes in the kitchen can help save water. • Thaw your turkey in the fridge. • Wash produce in a basin and reuse the water for your plants. • Skip the pre-rinse and only run full dishwasher loads. Learn more: halifaxwater.ca/waterconservation

Traffic Advisory – Herring Cove Road – Hydrant Replacement From 9 AM to 4 PM on October 7, there will be stop-and-go traffic near 575 Herring Cove Road, Halifax, for a hydrant replacement. No impact on services in the area. halifaxwater.ca/notice/traff...

Seaglass Lane – Water Main Repair Due to third-party construction, water service near 102 Seaglass Lane, Upper Hammonds Plains, has been shut down to facilitate repairs. No estimate restoration time. This work is taking place within an existing construction zone. halifaxwater.ca/notice/seagl...

Water Service & Traffic Advisory – Main Avenue – Water Main Repair Stop-and-go traffic near 111 Main Street, Halifax for an emergency water main repair. Water service will be temporarily shut down in this area. No estimate restoration time. halifaxwater.ca/notice/main-avenue-water-main-repair-2

Tomorrow from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., crews will repair a wastewater manhole on Woodlawn Terrace. No impact to water services. No entry to Woodlawn Terrace from Quinpool Rd. Exit to Quinpool Rd. remains open. Access via Parkwood Terrace. halifaxwater.ca/notice/woodlawn-terrace-wastewater-manhole-repair

Tomorrow, Oct. 6, from 12pm - 4pm, crews will complete road reinstatement work on Alderney Dr. & Dundas St. Stop-and-go traffic on Alderney Dr. (Portland St. to King St.) & Dundas St. open to local traffic only No impact to water services. halifaxwater.ca/notice/alderney-drive-reinstatement-work-7

Pinewood Drive – Water Main Repair Local traffic only near 6 Pinewood Drive, Dartmouth for an emergency water main repair. Water service will be temporarily shut down in this area. No estimate restoration time. halifaxwater.ca/notice/pinewood-drive-water-main-repair

Water Service & Traffic Advisory – Autumn Drive – Water Main Repair  There is stop-and-go traffic near 2 Autumn Drive, Halifax, for an emergency water main repair. Water service will be temporarily shut down in this area. No estimate restoration time. halifaxwater.ca/notice/autum...

Waverley Road Crews are onsite completing an emergency water system repair near the intersection of Waverley Road and Mountbatten Avenue, Dartmouth. Water service will be temporarily shut down in this area. No traffic impact to the area. halifaxwater.ca/notice/waverley-road-water-system-repair

Think before you flush! The rule is simple: if it's not pee, poo, or toilet paper, it shouldn't go down the toilet. Remember the 3 P's and help keep your plumbing and our wastewater system flowing smoothly. Learn more at halifaxwater.ca/fushablewipes

Beginning at midnight tonight until 6:00 AM Friday, October 2, crews will perform wastewater and stormwater maintenance on several Downtown Halifax streets. No service impacts are expected. halifaxwater.ca/notice/wastewater-and-stormwater-system-maintenance

Traffic Advisory – Caledonia Road – Water Lateral Repair Stop-and-go traffic near 78 Caledonia Road, Dartmouth for an emergency water lateral repair. This work will not impact Halifax Water services in the area. halifaxwater.ca/notice/caledonia-road-water-lateral-repair

Media Release - Halifax Water Files General Rate Application with the Nova Scotia Regulatory and Appeals Board View the full media release here: halifaxwater.ca/notice/halif... Learn more at: halifaxwater.ca/2026-general...

Friday, October 2, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., crews will complete a manhole repair near Heathside Crescent and Gorsebud Close. - No water service impact. - Heathside Crescent will be open to local traffic only between Parkland Drive and Gorsebud Close. halifaxwater.ca/notice/heathside-crescent-manhole-repair

9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Thursday, October 1: Halifax Water will repair a water main near 609 Herring Cove Rd., Halifax. Water service will be temporarily shut off in the area. Affected customers have been notified. Expect stop-and-go traffic. halifaxwater.ca/notice/herring-cove-road-water-main-repair-14

This week is Source Water Protection Week. Your drinking water starts in our lakes, rivers, and watersheds. Help protect source water by disposing of waste properly, keeping pollutants out of storm drains, and respecting protected watershed areas. Learn more: halifaxwater.ca/protected-water-areas

Traffic Advisory – Wimbledon Road – Water Valve Repair Stop-and-go traffic near 56 Wimbledon Road, Bedford for a water valve repair. No impact on services in the area. halifaxwater.ca/notice/wimbledon-road-water-valve-repair

Traffic Advisory – Bayers Road – Reinstatement Work Starting at 9 a.m. Tuesday, September 29, ARCP, on behalf of Halifax Water, will complete reinstatement work near 6877 Bayers Road, Halifax. Lane drops on outbound Bayers Road between Romans Avenue and Connaught Avenue.

September 29, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Water service will be temporarily shut off near Pine Hill Drive and Tower Road for water main installation work. Impacted customers were notified in advance. halifaxwater.ca/notice/pine-hill-drive-water-main-installation

Water Service & Traffic Advisory – Locke Street – Water Main Repair Stop-and-go traffic near 22 Locke Street, Bedford, for an emergency water main repair. Water service will be temporarily shut down in this area. No estimate restoration time. halifaxwater.ca/notice/locke-street-water-main-repair

Halifax Water offices will be closed on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Regular hours of operation will resume on Thursday, October 1.

Due to inclement weather, the following work has been rescheduled to Thursday, October 1.

Water Service & Traffic Advisory – Bayers Road – Water Main Repair There is stop-and-go traffic near 48 Micmac Drive, Dartmouth, for an emergency water main repair. Water service will be temporarily shut down in this area. No estimate restoration time. halifaxwater.ca/notice/micma...