• 911 - emergencies - Call this number if your health, safety, or property is threatened and you need help right away. 

• 811 - health information - Call this number for health advice and peace of mind.

• 511 - road conditions - Call this number for information about provincial roads only.

• 211 - program and services information - Call this number for information on non-profit, community and government programs and services, including information about being ready for an emergency. Visit ns.211.ca for a complete list of services.

Other important numbers

• Department of Transportation - 1-844-696-7737 

• Power outage - 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)