The Village of Pugwash is committed to maintaining essential infrastructure and services to ensure the safety, cleanliness, and quality of life for all residents. Below you’ll find information on key services provided through our Public Works.
Road Maintenance and Repairs
The Village works closely with the Municipality of Cumberland and the Nova Scotia Department of Public Works to ensure local streets are kept in good condition. This includes:
- Pothole patching
- Seasonal grading and re-surfacing
- Curb and sidewalk maintenance
- Signage and line painting
To report a road maintenance issue, please contact the Village Clerk at
Water/Sewer Services
Water and sewer services in Pugwash are managed by the Municipality of Cumberland. Services include:
- Connection and disconnection requests
- Water quality and testing
- Leak repairs and inspections
- Sewer line cleaning and maintenance
For service requests or billing inquiries, please visit www.cumberlandcounty.ns.ca or contact the County directly at 902-667-2313.
Snow Removal
During the winter season, the Village prioritizes timely and efficient snow removal to ensure public safety. Snow clearing covers:
- Main and secondary roads
- Sidewalks in the downtown core
- Village-owned parking areas
Snow removal services are awarded through an annual tender process. For the upcoming 2025-2026 winter season, the contract has been awarded to Mike Cunningham.
Please avoid parking on the streets during snow removal operations and follow any posted advisories. Residents are also reminded to clear sidewalks in front of their homes and businesses.
Garbage and Recycling Schedule
Solid waste collection in Pugwash is provided by Cumberland County in accordance with their waste management schedule:
- Garbage is collected bi-weekly
- Recycling is collected bi-weekly on alternate weeks
- Organics (green cart) are collected weekly
Please refer to the waste collection for your exact pickup days. Use the Waste Wizard tool for sorting guidance.
Emergency Contact Information
In case of urgent Public Works-related concerns such as water main breaks, sewer backups, or hazardous road conditions, please use the following contacts:
- Village Office (regular hours): 902-243-2946
- Municipality of Cumberland (after hours): 902-897-3160
- Nova Scotia Department of Public Works (road emergencies): 1-844-696-7737
Downloadable Documents and Service Updates
Service updates and advisories will be posted here during weather events, construction, or emergencies.
Capital Projects
Current Capital Projects underway at the Municipality of the County of Cumberland include:
- Pugwash Central Water Supply
- Pugwash Waterfront Master Plan Project
Pugwash Central Water Supply
Along with regular maintenance of municipal wastewater and septage systems and the municipal building, public works staff takes on other major projects as necessary.
In 2012, the Municipality of the County of Cumberland, in conjunction with the Pugwash Village Commission, began the process of creating a central water supply for the Village of Pugwash.
On July 29, 2015, the Municipality of the County of Cumberland and provincial and federal officials announced a $14.9 million project that will bring clean water to the Village of Pugwash. The project involves building a centralized water treatment plant as well as an associated reservoir and distribution system to the Village.
Residents and institutions in and around Pugwash currently rely on individual wells to supply drinking water. Many of these wells are contaminated with dangerous metals, including arsenic, lead and uranium, as well as elevated levels of chloride, making the water unsafe to drink. Once complete, this project will ensure the community has access to a clean and reliable supply of drinking water.
For more information about the Pugwash Water Supply Project, please see the following:
Pugwash Water Supply Project
- Pugwash Waterfront Master Plan Project
- The Pugwash Waterfront Development Master Plan is now available
- Pugwash Waterfront Development Master Plan (PDF)
- The Pugwash Multipurpose Centre Business Plan is now available
- Pugwash Multipurpose Centre Business Plan (PDF)
