testing of water samples for bacteria or chemical analysis to allow capacity for COVID-19 testing at the QEII centre in Halifax.With the QEII being the central site for water testing in the province, this suspension of service means the majority of Nova Scotia will not have water testing available until further notice.
Not clear how private wells are becoming contaminated with bacteria, Town of Quispamsis says Bacterial water testing will still be available at the Yarmouth Regional Hospital and at accredited water testing facilities in the province.