North River - Town Information
North River Community Overview
Community Profile
Incorporated: 1964
Amalgamated: 1988 (with Halls Town)
Population: Under 600
Location: East Coast of Newfoundland, Avalon Peninsula
Town Services
Waste Management: Weekly garbage collection and bi-weekly blue-bag recycling.
Fire Protection: Provided by Bay de Grave Regional Fire Department.
Law Enforcement: Provided by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP).
Water & Sewer: Private wells and septic systems.
Geography
The North River forms the northwest boundary of the town and is a recognized scheduled salmon river. The community follows the north side of the river and the Conception Bay Highway.