News - Cape Breton Island

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Canada Hits NATO’s 2% Defence Spending Target, Announces New $3B Atlantic Investment

Canada has reached a long-debated benchmark in defence spending, hitting NATO’s 2 percent of GDP target earlier than expected. Prime Minister Mark Carney made the announcement Thursday… Read more »

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Five Islands Provincial Park: Explore Clifftop Trails to Tidal Views on Your Bay of Fundy Itinerary

Discover dramatic cliffs, ancient geology, and the world’s highest tides at Nova Scotia’s Five Islands Provincial Park, where every trail reveals a new view and 200 million years of Earth’s history. Here are all the ways you can make the most of your trip, from scenic hikes to unforgettable coastal views.

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Eby Falls, Kinew Leads: How Canada’s Premiers Are Faring in New Poll

Approval ratings for Canada’s premiers are moving in different directions, with some leaders holding steady while others face clear declines tied to policy decisions, economic pressures, and… Read more »

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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 »

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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 »

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From Clifftops to Shoreline: Why You Should Visit Blomidon Provincial Park in Nova Scotia

With the Bay of Fundy to the west, and the Minas Basin to the east, the Blomidon Provincial Park in southern Nova Scotia offers some of the… Read more »

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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 »

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Culinary Delights and Maple Adventures at Nova Scotia’s Sugar Moon Farm

Nestled in Earltown, located about 90 minutes from Halifax, Sugar Moon Farm offers a unique experience for all ages, blending culinary delights with winter fun. As winter… Read more »

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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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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 »

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Tim Hortons’ Special Olympics Donut Returns, With All Proceeds Supporting Athletes

Tim Hortons is once again turning a familiar treat into a nationwide fundraiser, and this year marks the seventh time the company has teamed up with Special… Read more »

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New Black History Month Stamps Honours Canada’s Hip-Hop Trailblazers

Canada Post is marking Black History Month with a new stamp set that looks back at the early voices that helped define hip-hop in Canada. The collection… Read more »

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Pepsi Launches Maple-Flavoured Cola Nationwide for a Short Run

A limited-run cola with a distinctly Canadian flavour is arriving on shelves this week. Pepsi Maple Cola launched Monday across Canada, combining classic cola with notes of… Read more »

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Things to Do During 2026 Winter in Nova Scotia: Festivals & Outdoor Adventures

This winter, have some fun in the snow with your family and friends in beautiful Nova Scotia. If you plan to explore Nova Scotia this winter, listed below are 30+ great things for you to do.

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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 »

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Resorts and B&Bs for Christmas or Winter Getaway in Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia is full of winter fun all around the province, and you can enjoy whatever kind of getaway you fancy. Whether you’re looking for an adventure or a place to hibernate, a weekend escape or a mid-February week away, you’ll find your perfect destination on this list.

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Places to See Christmas Light Displays in Nova Scotia

From sparkling Buoy trees to homes covered from the lawn to the roof with spectacular dazzling lights, Nova Scotia is home to some fantastic magical light displays…. Read more »

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Suborbital Flight from Nova Scotia Furthers Canada’s Space Launch Goals

Canada’s bid to develop a homegrown space launch capability has taken another step forward with a recent suborbital test. Maritime Launch Services Inc. has successfully conducted its… Read more »

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Nov 19: When to Expect This Wednesday’s Emergency Alert Tests Across Canada

Expect an emergency alert on your wireless phone (November 19th) as the National Public Alerting System will be tested. Alerts will be issued on wireless phones, radio,… Read more »

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Ideas For Christmas – Winter Holiday Getaway in Nova Scotia

As the snow falls and the temperatures dip, making plans for the Christmas and holiday break can help ease us into winter. Planning a holiday getaway in… Read more »

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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 »

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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.