Iqaluit crews to flush hydrants across city from Oct. 4 to 11

Public Works crews will flush hydrants throughout Iqaluit from Oct. 4 to 11, 2026, the City of Iqaluit said in a public service announcement dated Oct. 4, 2026. Residents may see crews operating hydrants in different areas of the city.¹

During the work, residents may experience temporary water discoloration, including yellow-coloured water, as well as short-term reductions in water pressure, the city said. The city said these impacts are expected to be brief and are a normal part of the flushing process.¹

What residents should do

If water discoloration occurs, the city advises residents to run their cold water taps until the water clears and to avoid doing laundry until the water has returned to normal. The city said the work does not require a precautionary boil water advisory.¹

Residents experiencing prolonged water discoloration or loss of water pressure are encouraged to contact Public Works at 867-979-5630, the city said. The city said it thanks residents for their patience and understanding while this maintenance work is completed.¹

Contacts

The city lists Briana Shaimaiyuk-Baines, Public Works clerk, at 867-979-5630 or B.Shaimaiyuk-Baines@iqaluit.ca for additional information. To report an urgent water issue, such as a city water main leak or no water pressure, after hours, the city lists City Dispatch at 867-979-5650.¹