Citizens

New residents

Citizens

New residents

Citizens

New residents

Got a question?

(506) 258-3030

Monday to Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed from noon to 1 p.m.) and Friday from 8 a.m. to noon.

Overview

Your guide to settling in

We are pleased to welcome you to the Town of Haut-Madawaska! Here, nature, quality of life, and community solidarity come together to offer an exceptional living environment. Whether you are drawn by the tranquility, outdoor opportunities, or the warm spirit of our neighbourhoods, we hope you will quickly feel at home.

First steps

Settling Into the Community

Here is some practical information to get you started:

Change of municipal address

Please contact the municipality if you become the owner of a property in the territory.

Information on municipal taxes and property assessment

Visit the website: Service New Brunswick

Here is also an Excel document that shows how your property tax is divided among the various municipal services. Download the document.

Opening a water and sewer account

When you become the owner of a property in the Town of Haut-Madawaska that is serviced by the municipal drinking water system, please contact us to let us know.

Important municipal regulations

The Municipal Council has adopted municipal by-laws, policies and directives. These documents are available on the municipality's website under the City Hall - Official Publications tab. Please read them.

Collections

Waste Collection and Recycling

Here is the collection schedule.

2026 collection calendars: Town of Haut-Madawaska and Ward of Lac Baker.

A second bin can be picked up: for more information, call (506) 258-3030.

Recycling and organic materials management: Visit the Circular Materials website.

Eco-centres and drop-off points: Visit the "Recycling & Garbage Collection" page.

For everything about sorting and accepted materials, see the Northwest Regional Service Commission website: CSRNO collection calendars.

Water, snow removal, fire, urban planning

Municipal Services

Drinking water and wastewater

The Town of Haut-Madawaska has four (4) separate water and wastewater systems on its territory.

For any emergency involving the water and wastewater systems outside of business hours, please call (506) 258-3596.

Here are some examples of emergencies that may require the Public Works department:

Sudden loss of pressure
Sewer backup in your home
Large water leak visible on the street
Brownish water, bad smell
Unusual noise
Raised manhole or cover
Any other unusual situation

Snow removal

Important information about snow removal operations is available in a notice we send to residents every year. Download the document.

Fire safety: in an emergency, dial 911.

There are four fire stations on the territory:

Ward of Baker-Brook
Ward of Clair
Ward of Lac Baker
Ward of Saint-François

Urban planning & permits

For all requests about your renovation or construction projects, please contact the CSRNO at (506) 735-2126.

Parks & recreation

Visit the "Leisure & Community Life" page for all the information.

Parks, activities, events

Leisure & Community Life

Residents can enjoy a wide range of activities and facilities across the territory, from parks and playgrounds to sports and recreation facilities.

Seasonal activities and local events bring the community to life all year long, while libraries and community centres offer welcoming spaces to learn, meet and take part in community life.

Visit the "Leisure & Community Life" page for all the information.

Schools and daycares