Mabou is transitioning from a mandatory to a voluntary water conservation notice.
The Municipality of Inverness County says while conserving water is no longer required, residents are still strongly encouraged to conserve water voluntarily.
This includes:
- Take short showers and avoid baths.
- Turn off taps when brushing teeth or washing dishes.
- Only run dishwashers and washing machines with full loads.
- Keep a bottle of water in the fridge to avoid running the tap for cold water.
- Limit toilet flushing.
- Avoid non-essential outdoor water use.
- Promptly repair any leaks in and around taps and plumbing.
Leaks can waste thousands of litres of water and often go unnoticed. Watch for:
- Persistent puddles or soggy ground
- Running water or unexplained streams
- Sudden drops in water pressure
If you suspect a water leak in your community, please report it immediately by calling 1-866-258-0223, select option #9.
On November 4, 2025, the Municipality of Inverness County issued a mandatory water conservation directive due as water levels were critically low due to an extended period of dry weather this fall and not enough groundwater replenishment.
