Cape Breton Island 
June 6 & 7: Fish For Free This Weekend in New Brunswick & Nova Scotia
New Brunswick and Nova Scotia are inviting residents and visitors to experience fishing without a license this weekend. In New Brunswick, the upcoming Fish NB Days are… Read more »
Cineplex Family Favourites – June 2026
Visit participating Cineplex theatres near you and watch a family favourite film each week for only $3.99.
25+ Things to Do This June in Nova Scotia
Get a head start on the summer fun, and head outside to take part in lots of fun activities and festivals across Nova Scotia. Listed below, you… Read more »
Family Fun Festivals in Nova Scotia – Summer and Fall 2026
Mark your calendar and have a rollicking time at these family fun festivals in Nova Scotia! From family music festivals to food and fun, you will find plenty of ways to have fun regardless of the season!
Summer Music Festivals in Nova Scotia – 2026
Enjoy the beautiful sights of Canada’s Atlantic Playground and the amazing music at the many music festivals across the province. From the Halifax Jazz Festival to the… Read more »
Park Season Starts Soon: 2026 Opening Dates for Nova Scotia’s Provincial Parks
As the weather warms up and summer approaches, it’s time to plan your outdoor adventures in Nova Scotia’s provincial parks. From stunning beaches to majestic mountains, these… Read more »
CanFilmDay: Watch Free Movies on April 15th at Venues Across Canada
The National Canadian Film Day (CanFilmDay) will return on April 15, 2026.The theme for 2026 is “Let’s Dream Together,” built around a growing sense of connection both within Canada and internationally.
Nova Scotia’s Stan Rogers Folk Festival Unveils Lineup for 2026 Edition
The Stan Rogers Folk Festival is hitting a milestone this summer, marking 30 years in Canso. What began as a small weekend camping event has grown… Read more »
25+ Things to Do This April in Nova Scotia – 2026
Spring has finally sprung. There are many fun things for you and your family to do or entertaining activities to take part in across Nova Scotia this… Read more »
Canada Announces $200M Plan for Nova Scotia Space Launch Pad
Canada is taking a bigger step into space, and the plan starts on the Atlantic coast. The Department of National Defence announced a $200-million investment over 10… Read more »
25 Things to Do During Spring in Nova Scotia
Spring is springing from the northern tip of Cape Breton all the way down to Yarmouth, and it’s time to enjoy it! Getting out and into the… Read more »
Short Film Face Off Opens Submissions for 19th Season on CBC with $30,000 Prize Up for Grabs
Filmmakers across Canada are being invited to bring their work to a national audience. Short Film Face Off is now accepting submissions for its 19th season, set… Read more »
25 Things to Do in March in Nova Scotia 2026
March is the best time to have an awesome time exploring Nova Scotia’s extraordinary cultural scene with your family and friends. Check out the awesome events listed… Read more »
Things to Do During March Break in Nova Scotia – 2026
Even though spring is just around the corner, there is still a lot of winter fun to be had in this beautiful province. Get ready for March… Read more »
Nova Scotia Parks’ 2026 Summer Camping Reservations Open April 8
Planning a summer camping trip amidst Nova Scotia’s gorgeous beaches, thick forests, and rolling valleys? Then, mark your calendar as online reservations for the 2026 camping season… Read more »
Nova Scotia’s Lucy the Lobster Predicts Early Spring
Canada’s only and Nova Scotia’s clairvoyant crustacean heralded spring’s early arrival at this morning’s ceremony. Lucy Lobster made her Groundhog Day prediction at a relocated, safer site… Read more »
Groundhog Day Celebrations in Nova Scotia – 2026
Will there be six more weeks of winter, or will spring come early this year? Will the groundhogs across Nova Scotia agree, or will they disagree on… Read more »
Nova Scotia Sets Two-Step Minimum Wage Increase for 2026
Nova Scotia’s lowest-wage workers will get a pay bump next year. The Minimum Wage Review Committee, made up of employer and employee representatives, unanimously recommended sticking… Read more »
Nova Scotia’s Iconic Woody the Talking Christmas Tree Returns For 2025 Season
Woody the Talking Christmas Tree is returning to Mic Mac Mall this Saturday! Woody is an iconic part of Mic Mac Mall’s history, introduced to the public… Read more »
2025 Christmas & Holiday Activities in Cape Breton Island
Get ready for the holiday season on Cape Breton Island. You can choose to continue family traditions or start some new ones this year. Here is a list of activities that are going on this Christmas Season around beautiful Cape Breton island.
45-Foot Lunenburg County Spruce Chosen as Nova Scotia’s 2025 Christmas Tree for Boston
A 13.7-metre white spruce from Lunenburg County will represent Nova Scotia in Boston this holiday season, continuing a tradition that began as a gesture of gratitude after… Read more »
2025 Santa Claus Parades Across Nova Scotia
Have you been good this year? Because Santa is visiting! Here is where you can spot him this season across Nova Scotia.
25 Things to Do This October in Nova Scotia
October is the month when Nova Scotia comes alive with farmer’s markets, fall festivals, and U-picks. Make the most of the cooler weather and explore the Fall colors and fun fall activities taking place around Nova Scotia this October.
15 Things to Do This Thanksgiving Weekend in Cape Breton
Thanksgiving weekend is a great time to get together with your family and friends to have memorable times with them, while you all enjoy great food and… Read more »