Lifted· Boil water advisory· Microbiological
Preventive Boil Water Advisory in the Carrefour, Brompton, Lac-des-Nations and Golf districts
A preventive boil water advisory is in effect in the Carrefour, Brompton, Lac-des-Nations and Golf districts of Sherbrooke. Residents in these areas are advised to boil their water before consumption.
All-clear (sherbrooke.ca, 02.10.2026, 12:15): The boil water advisory is lifted for all previously affected districts. A boil water advisory remains in effect for addresses between 1056 and 1144 rue McCrea due to ongoing work.
Update (Radio-Canada, 03.10.2026, 00:21): Approximately 6800 households are affected due to a watermain break that occurred Tuesday evening. The area is delimited by Argyll Street, Highway 10-55, Mgr-Fortier Boulevard, Portland and Industriel Boulevards, including an area near Chemin des Écossais. Water must be boiled for at least one minute.
Update (torunexavila.com, 03.10.2026, 01:55): E. coli contamination was detected in a well shared by six homeowners on Prince Edward Island's South Shore, attributed to heavy rainfall, vulnerable septic systems, and flood risks. Residents are demanding a new culvert, while current provincial responses include testing and UV light installation.
Update (City of Corner Brook, 03.10.2026, 03:05): A precautionary boil water advisory is in effect for Mill Road #’s 1, 3 & 5 in Corner Brook due to repairs to the water distribution system. This advisory, effective October 2, 2026, is expected to remain in effect until further notice.
Update (City of Timmins, 03.10.2026, 17:50): A planned water shut-off for maintenance will occur on Feldman Road in Timmins on October 6 from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Residents may experience brown or rust-coloured water and low pressure afterwards, and are advised not to drink or wash laundry with it due to potential staining.
Update (City of Timmins, 03.10.2026, 17:55): Discolored water from the shut-off is not harmful to health. Residents are advised to run the cold water tap until the color returns to normal.
Update (City of Timmins, 03.10.2026, 19:30): A Precautionary Boil Water Advisory is in effect for all users west of the Mattagami River Bridge, effective September 25, 2026. This advisory was issued following a planned water valve repair that caused a temporary loss of water pressure.
All-clear (City of Sherbrooke, 05.10.2026, 12:20): The advisory for the Carrefour, Brompton, Lac-des-Nations and Golf districts was lifted as of October 1.
Update (Regional District of North Okanagan, 06.10.2026, 00:00): A Water Quality Advisory (WQA) is in effect for Silver Star Water Utility customers on Monashee Road, Monashee Court, and Attridge Lane due to planned construction work extending a water outage on October 5 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. This advisory, initially issued September 28, advises boiling water for consumption if customers have weakened immune systems and to run cold water until clear after service is restored. It remains in effect until water sampling confirms safety.
All-clear (Town of Niverville, 09.10.2026, 14:25): The boil water advisory for residents at 101-103 St. Andrews Way in Niverville was rescinded as of September 18, 2026.
Update (Town of Happy Valley-Goose Bay, 14.10.2026, 19:55): A town-wide boil water advisory was issued for Happy Valley-Goose Bay on September 14, 2026, following an advisory from 5 Wing Goose Bay. It will remain in effect until bacteriological sample and chlorine residual criteria are met.
Update (ntv.ca, 14.10.2026, 23:55): Municipal water quality is continuously monitored.
Update (5 Wing Goose Bay / Town of Happy Valley-Goose Bay, 15.10.2026, 17:55): The advisory was extended due to elevated turbidity levels affecting water treatment effectiveness. Work is underway to upgrade the filtration and treatment system. The advisory is now expected to remain in effect until at least December 2026.
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