Effective October 28, 2025, at 4:00pm

With recent rainfall and increased reservoir levels, the Sherbrooke Water Utility is now able to ease restrictions. As a result, the mandatory conservation order will be lifted, and a voluntary conservation order is now in place.

The following activities are encouraged for anyone connected to the Sherbrooke Water Utility:

  • Check for leaks and repair them promptly.
  • Take shorter showers and run full loads in dishwashers/laundry.

Enforcement: The Municipality will enforce these measures. Even under voluntary

conservation, wasteful or unreasonable use of water remains prohibited, as

outlined in the Nova Scotia Utility & Review Board Regulations

These conservation measures will remain in effect until Sherbrooke Lake’s water level returns to a reasonable level. Should drought conditions worsen or supplies decline, mandatory conservation measures may be reinstated.

The Sherbrooke Water Utility thanks all residents and businesses for their cooperation and for helping to use our water resources responsibly.

For more information please visit the:
Nova Scotia Utility & Review Board Regulations

pdf 2025 10 28 Voluntary Conservation Message(59 KB)  - PDF