Fire safety education is a critical link to the community and the New Glasgow Fire Department has a very active fire prevention program.

Members regularly visit schools and teach fire safety to students. In recent years, visits have been limited due to Covid but you will still see the department out conducting fire drills in schools and businesses around town.

Fire Safety Education

The Lulan and 1917 LaFrance fire truck, historically used in regular calls, were restored by members and are now used in town events, parades and an annual Christmas Eve tour by Santa and Mrs. Claus. You will also find the department at the annual Downtown Christmas Light Up, the New Glasgow Christmas Parade, Communities in Bloom events and other hometown festivals.

Out in the Community

The New Glasgow Fire Department’s favourite time of year is in October when they celebrate Fire Prevention Week. You will find the department hosting an open house, visiting schools and holding awareness presentations to the general public.

To book a station tour, get fire safety advice, arrange a training course or inquire about participation in a community event, please call the station at (902) 752-4037.

A List of helpful links for fire safety:

The Municipality owns and operates Forbes Lake Water Utility. Water rates are currently $1.46/cubic meter of water consumed and pollution control rates are currently $1.40/cubic meter. The meter base charge is currently $59.23.

Water billings take place four times (4) annually following the end of each quarterly period of:

First Quarter Billing Ending Date:

Ward 1 – February 28th
Ward 2 – December 31st
Ward 3 – January 31st

Second Quarter Billing Ending Date:

Ward 1 – May 31st
Ward 2 – March 31st
Ward 3 – April 30th

Third Quarter Billing Ending Date:

Ward 1 – August 31st
Ward 2 – June 30th
Ward 3 – July 31st

Fourth Quarter Billing Ending Date:

Ward 1 – November 30th
Ward 2 – September 30th
Ward 3 – October 31st

The interest rate charged on overdue accounts is 15% annually and is applicable on water and pollution.

*** Accounts that remain unpaid six months after the billing date will receive a notice advising that unless payment is received or arrangements made, the water will be shut off. ***

If you are a new resident of New Glasgow and require a water hookup, are moving and require a disconnect, or have questions regarding meter readings please email
If you have a question concerning payments or have not received your bill, please call the Town Office at 902-755-7788 or by email at .