Community Alert: 19-year-old Missing from Salt Springs, N.S.

The Pictou County District RCMP is urgently asking for the public’s assistance in locating 19-year-old Kadence Bowser, reported missing after last being seen in the community of Salt Springs, Nova Scotia, on May 20, 2026, at approximately 11:00 p.m.

CrimeCanada.ca is amplifying this official police alert to help bring Kadence home safely. Residents of Pictou County and surrounding areas are asked to review the description below, closely check their neighbourhoods, and contact police immediately with any information, no matter how small it may seem.

Help Find Kadence Bowser

Crime Canada Community Action Request: If you are in or around Salt Springs, Pictou County, or travelling through nearby rural areas, please take a moment to look carefully at this image and description. Your attention could directly help locate Kadence.

Official RCMP Details

According to the RCMP, the following information has been released about this missing person investigation:

• Name: Kadence Bowser
• Age: 19
• Last seen: May 20, 2026, at about 11:00 p.m.
• Last known location: Salt Springs, in Pictou County, Nova Scotia
• Height: Approximately 5 feet 3 inches
• Hair: Medium-length, dark hair
• Clothing last seen wearing:
  • Red plaid pants
  • White-and-black plaid jacket
  • Work boots
• Possible companion: May be walking with a small Boston terrier dog
• Investigating agency: Pictou County District RCMP
• RCMP File Number: 2026-680993

When a person goes missing, it can be deeply distressing for their family, friends, and community. The RCMP has asked that any sharing of information or images about this case be done in a respectful and considerate manner.

How to Provide Information

The RCMP is asking anyone who may have seen Kadence, or who has information about her movements or current whereabouts, to contact police immediately. Even small details – such as possible sightings, dashcam footage, or home security video – may be important.

• Pictou County District RCMP: 902-755-4141
• Any local police service: Call your local non-emergency line or 911 in an emergency
• To remain anonymous:
  • Call Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers, toll-free, at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)
  • Submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca
  • Use the P3 Tips mobile app

If you believe you see Kadence or the small Boston terrier described, do not delay. Call 902-755-4141 or 911 if there is immediate concern for safety, and provide as much detail as you can about the time, location, and direction of travel.

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

At CrimeCanada.ca, our mission is to support safer communities across Canada by helping the public stay informed and engaged when urgent incidents occur. Missing person cases like this in Nova Scotia highlight how crucial community awareness and timely reporting are, especially in rural or semi-rural areas where fewer people may be out on foot.

While we track and analyze crime and safety patterns for communities across the country — from smaller centres such as Bowden, Alberta crime statistics and safety data to coastal regions and island communities — the message is consistent: active public involvement improves outcomes in missing person investigations. For residents in and around Salt Springs and Pictou County, practical steps include checking outbuildings and properties where a person might seek shelter, reviewing any recent doorbell or security camera footage, and sharing Kadence’s description with neighbours, co-workers, and local community groups.

Above all, if you see anything that might relate to this case, report it directly to the RCMP or Crime Stoppers. Quick action can be critical to a safe resolution.

Official Source & Community Safety

This safety alert is based on an official release from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). CrimeCanada.ca aggregates and analyzes this data to keep the nova-scotia community informed, aware, and safe. We are an independent safety data aggregator and not the original creators of the underlying incident report.

Read the full official release here: RCMP Official Statement.