News release

River Hebert Sewage Treatment Upgrade

Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations (Oct. 2000 - March 2014)

SERVICE N.S./MUNICIPAL RELATIONS--River Hebert Sewage Treatment Upgrade


The Municipality of Cumberland is getting financial help to improve sewage treatment for residents of River Hebert.

Peter Christie, Minister of Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations, said the province will provide 25 per cent of the cost to upgrade two existing sewage treatment plants in the community, to a maximum of $212,500. The minister said upgrading the plants will result in cleaner wastewater being discharged into the River Hebert.

"Projects like this result in a cleaner environment and healthier communities in Nova Scotia," Mr. Christie said. "We're pleased to assist the municipality with this important project."

Cumberland warden Keith Hunter said the River Hebert sewage treatment system serves about 270 residents of the community.

"This project will really improve the environment of our community," Mr. Hunter said. "We greatly appreciate the province's help in upgrading this system."

The provincial contribution will be paid over two years.