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.
Antigonish Emergency Management Operations
Emergency Preparedness
For more information on how to properly prepare for a disaster or emergency, visit:
Red Cross – Emergency Preparedness
Nova Scotia Department of Emergency Management Website
Nova Scotia Department of Emergency Management Facebook
pdf Nova Scotia Department of Emergency Management - Preparing an emergency kit(61 KB)
Town Emergency Contacts
Town of Antigonish Department of Infrastructure & Engineering: Reguar Business Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Mon. - Fri. Phone: 902-867-5575
Antigonish Electric Utility: After Hours Emergencies (Outside: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Mon. - Fri.) Phone: 902-863-7666
Public Works: After Hours Emergencies (Outside: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Mon. - Fri.) Phone 902-863-9699
Other Important Phone Numbers
- Antigonish RCMP: 902-863-6500
- 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)
- 911 - Emergencies (health, safety, property)
- 811 - Health Information
- 511 - Road Conditions
- 211 - Provincial Government Program and Services
Comfort Centres
Comfort Centres may open during long power outages. When Comfort Centres are open, the Town will post the locatons of the centres and the hours of operation to the Town's homepage and Facebook.