Municipal News

The Municipality of the District of St. Mary’s Celebrates African Heritage Month

African Heritage Month is an important part of our shared history. It is a time to learn about the past, think about where we are today, and work toward a fairer future. African Nova Scotians and people of African descent have made important contributions in all areas of society, and recognizing these contributions helps create a community that values diversity, inclusion, and fairness for everyone. During this month—and throughout the year—we should continue to celebrate and respect the contributions of all people. The Municipality will fly the African Nova Scotian Flag during the month of February to show support.

Water service is in the process of being restored. Water utility customers may continue to experience service interruptions, discoloured water, air in the lines and changes in water pressure. The Sherbrooke Water Utility will keep customers informed and updated on this situation through the municipal website, Facebook and Voyent alert.

Thank you for your patience throughout the repairs.

Thank you to all customers of the Sherbrooke Water Utility for your patience as we continue to repair the water main leak.  Currently approximately 40 customers are impacted, see map below for impacted area.

As communicated on February 2nd, a contractor is en-route to assist with the repair.  During this time, water utility customers may continue to experience service interruptions, discoloured water, and changes in water pressure.

A further update will be provided no later than 8pm, by Voyent alert as well as the municipal website and Facebook page.

Voyent Alert is the municipality’s mass notification system. Notifications can be received using multiple channels, including a mobile app, email, text, and/or phone calls. To receive alerts, register in one of the following ways:

• URL: https://ca.voyent-alert.com/vras/client.html#!/registration 

• Mobile app: Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

• Phone: 902-522-2049 

• Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..  

The Sherbrooke Water Utility is continuing to deal with a major water main leak. Because of this, water has had to be turned off at times so water levels can be restored to appropriate levels at the Water Treatment Plant. Affected areas include Highway 7 (from House of Jade to the Sherbrooke Village Inn), Cameron Road, and Hospital Road.

The Utility is working to fix the problem as quickly as possible, and a contractor is scheduled to arrive tomorrow, February 3, to assist with the repairs.

During this time, water customers are asked to conserve water. Residents may continue to experience service interruptions, discoloured water, and changes in water pressure.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation while this issue is being resolved.