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Telus outage disrupts 911 and RCMP phone lines in New Brunswick
Nov 4, 2026 · Summarized by Fundy Tech from 2 sources
The 30-second version
A network outage has knocked out New Brunswick RCMP detachment phone lines, and Telus customers in Quebec have reported 911 service issues. Police say to use 888-506-7267 for non-emergencies.
Key points
- New Brunswick RCMP say local detachment phone lines are down.
- Police blame a network outage.
- Telus customers in Quebec are also affected, including 911 services.
- Use 888-506-7267 for non-emergency service; call 911 for emergencies.
Why it matters
If you rely on phone service for police contact or emergencies, this outage can slow access to help. Households and small businesses should keep an alternate contact number handy until service is restored.
Who’s affected: Telus customers and New Brunswick RCMP phone lines
What to do
- Save the non-emergency RCMP number.
- Use 911 only for emergencies.
- Watch for service updates from your phone provider or police.
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