Regional Emergency Management Operation
Emergencies can happen at any time, and being prepared starts with understanding the potential risks in our region. In Antigonish, this may include severe weather events, power outages, flooding, or other unexpected situations that can impact daily life.
Antigonish Regional Emergency Management Organization (AREMO / REMO) works in collaboration with municipal partners and emergency services to plan for and respond to emergencies in our community. Their role is to help coordinate resources, support response efforts, and keep residents informed during emergency situations.
While REMO plays a key role in emergency response, preparedness begins at home. Residents are encouraged to take an active role in understanding potential risks, creating household emergency plans, and ensuring they have essential supplies on hand.
By working together – through community planning and individual preparedness – we can help ensure Antigonish remains a safe and resilient place to live.
Who Do You Contact in Case of an Emergency?
The Antigonish RCMP detachment serves Antigonish County in northeastern Nova Scotia. Non-emergency phone: 902-863-6500. The Antigonish RCMP detachment is open Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4 pm. Services are provided in both English and French. For emergencies, call 9-1-1.
Emergency Management Contact (for other emergency-related inquiries)
Blaise MacDonald – Antigonsih Emergency Management Coordinator
902-867-7152
Blaise.MacDonald@antigonishcounty.ca
Contacts
- Health, Safety, or Property Emergencies: 911
- Health Information: 811
- Road Conditions: 511
- Provincial Government Program and Services Information: 211
- Nova Scotia Department of Public Works Hotline: 1-844-696-7737
- Nova Scotia Power Outage Line: 1-877-428-6004
- Insurance Bureau of Canada Consumer Information Centre: 1-844-227-5422
- Nova Scotia Department of Environment and Climate Change: 1-800-565-1633
Other Important Phone Numbers
Nova Scotia Power Outage Centre: 1-877-428-6004
Bell Aliant Outage: 611 or 1-800-663-2600
Eastlink Outage: 1-888-345-1111
Drinking Water Safety: 1-877-936-8476
Food Safety: 1-877-252-FOOD (3663)
Additional Resources
For more information on how to properly prepare of a disaster or emergency, visit:
Antigonish County Water and Sewer
If you are connected to the County’s water and sewer system and have a concern, please contact us:
During regular business hours
- 902-863-5004 or 902-863-1117 (Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.)
After hours (evenings, weekends and holidays)
- (902) 318 – 3277