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Everything to Love at Battery Provincial Park: Jerome Point Lighthouse, Canal Trails, and Coastal Bliss

Everything to Love at Battery Provincial Park: Jerome Point Lighthouse, Canal Trails, and Coastal Bliss

Battery Provincial Park is a stunning coastal destination on Cape Breton Island that blends nature, history, and recreation. Explore historic trails that pass by ruins and lead to the Jerome Point Lighthouse, enjoy the beach at St. Peter’s Bay, visit the St. Peter’s Canal National Historic Site, or take a picnic by the water. Camp under the stars, learn about early European settlements at local museums, and rent kayaks or bikes to fully experience the beauty and history of the area.

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Nova Scotia’s Seafoam Lavender Gardens: Unwind and Pick Your Own Bouquet at This Lavender Farm

Embrace the enchanting aromas of summer as the Seafoam Lavender Company & Gardens, located on Northumberland Shore, opens its lavender fields to the public. This small, family-owned… Read more »

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50 Bucket List Ideas for a Summer Trip to Nova Scotia

If you’re looking for adventure, beauty, relaxation, history, incredible food, and interesting stores, you will find all these and more in Nova Scotia. From Yarmouth to Meat… Read more »

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Tim Hortons Unveils Canada Day Donut and Provincial-Themed Mugs

Tim Hortons has announced a series of limited-time offerings ahead of Canada Day, including a new donut, themed drinkware, and a promotion for Tims Rewards members. These… Read more »

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25 Free Things to Do This Summer in Halifax – 2025

Visiting Halifax in the summer does not need to break the bank. There are many budget-friendly options available to pick from, and there are also many activities that are completely free.

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Halifax Urban Folk Festival Unveils 2025 Lineup

The Halifax Urban Folk Festival (HUFF) has announced its 16th annual edition, set to run from September 29 to October 5, featuring a mix of regional, national,… Read more »

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Top 25 Hikes in Nova Scotia

Given Nova Scotia’s natural beauty, you are literally spoiled for choice as to where you should hike.Just you, a backpack, (hopefully) a camera, and the open trail.

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Adventures at Amherst Shore Provincial Park: Hikes, Camping, and Red Sand Beaches

Explore red sand beaches, hike scenic trails, and enjoy coastal camping at Amherst Shore Provincial Park along the Northumberland Strait. Discover easy hiking on Annabelles Brook Trails,… Read more »

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A&W Canada Launches Points-Based Loyalty Program Nationwide

A&W Canada has launched a new rewards initiative, giving customers the opportunity to earn points on purchases and redeem them for free menu items. The program, called… Read more »

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Giant Tiger Launches Same-Day Delivery Through DoorDash and Uber Eats

Giant Tiger Stores Limited has broadened its delivery network across Canada by partnering with DoorDash and Uber Eats, enabling customers to order a variety of products from… Read more »

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Name RCMP’s Future Musical Ride Horses: Name the Foal Contest 2025

Hey there, young horse enthusiasts! The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) invites you to participate in their annual Name the Foal contest. How awesome would it be… Read more »

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Creed Announces Halifax Stop on Extended Summer of ’99 Tour

Creed fans on the East Coast are in for a treat as the iconic rock band is bringing its highly successful reunion tour to Halifax. Following overwhelming… Read more »

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March 29: When & Where to See Partial Solar Eclipse in Canada

Eastern Canada will see a partial solar eclipse on Saturday, March 29, when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, partially obscuring the Sun’s image… Read more »

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Tim Hortons Unveils Spring Menu Featuring Cadbury Mini Eggs and New Baked Goods

With Easter just around the corner, Tim Hortons has brought back its seasonal offerings featuring Cadbury Mini Eggs alongside several new additions to its spring menu. Returning… Read more »

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These Are Atlantic Canada’s Top Employers for 2025

Employers across Atlantic Canada are accelerating efforts to adopt forward-thinking workplace programs as they compete for talent on a national level. This year’s Atlantic Canada’s Top Employers… Read more »

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Nova Scotia Cottage Lands Spot on VRBO’s 2025 Vacation Rentals List

A quiet cottage in Waverley, Nova Scotia, has landed on Vrbo’s 2025 Vacation Rentals of the Year list, standing out among more than two million listings worldwide…. Read more »

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New Conservation Effort Preserves Two Salt Marshes in Nova Scotia

Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) has secured two salt marshes along Nova Scotia’s South Shore, enhancing coastal protection and wildlife habitat. The Melbourne Lake and McLean’s Lake Road… Read more »

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Counterfeit Money Circulating in Canada, Says RCMP, as CBSA Seizes Over $100K in Fake Currency

Authorities have confiscated more than $100,000 in counterfeit Canadian currency as part of an investigation led by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and the Nova Scotia… Read more »

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Nova Scotia Loyal: Province Makes It Easier to Find Local Products

The Nova Scotia government recently launched a new initiative to help businesses label their products as locally made. Through the Nova Scotia Loyal Producer Labelling Pilot Program,… Read more »

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WestJet to Launch Non-Stop Halifax-Amsterdam Flights This May

WestJet has announced the introduction of direct flights between Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS). Starting May 29, 2025, the airline will operate… Read more »

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Lucy the Lobster Predicts Six More Weeks of Winter

Canada’s only and Nova Scotia’s clairvoyant crustacean says spring will be delayed as she saw her shadow at this morning’s ceremony, and many Canadians will agree as… Read more »

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Jann Arden Announces 2025 ‘Mixtape Tour’ Across Canada

Canadian singer-songwriter Jann Arden is set to embark on a nationwide tour in support of her new album, Mixtape. The 12-date tour, produced by Live Nation Canada,… Read more »

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Porter Airlines to Introduce New Travel Rewards Credit Card

Porter Airlines, BMO, and Mastercard are launching the BMO VIPorter Mastercard in spring 2025, aiming to enhance travel rewards for Canadians. Per the news release, the new… Read more »

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Canada Designates Three New National Wildlife Areas in Nova Scotia

The federal government has officially designated Country Island, Isle Haute, and St. Paul Island in Nova Scotia as National Wildlife Areas. This move aims to conserve critical… Read more »