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News from around Cape Breton

Travel tips, tourism stories, and news from across the island and Nova Scotia, gathered from a curated handful of sources. We don't write these — we link out to the publishers.

CTV News · Feb 21, 2026
Winter festival brings boost to seasonal Cape Breton community

A winter festival is bringing economic benefits to a Cape Breton community during the seasonal months.

The Laker News · Feb 20, 2026
Communities, Culture, Tourism, Heritage issues statement on museums, VIC closures

The province's Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage department addresses the closure of museums and visitor information centres.

Airbnb · Feb 20, 2026
Cabin in Inverness, Subd. A · ★4.0 · 2 bedrooms · 2 beds · 1 bath
Seek Your Sounds · Feb 20, 2026
Nova Scotia closing some museums, visitor information centres

Nova Scotia is closing some museums and visitor information centres.

canada.ca · Feb 20, 2026
Connecting Atlantic Canada’s UNESCO wonders to the world

Atlantic Canada's UNESCO-designated sites are getting increased global recognition through new international connectivity efforts.

The Globe and Mail · Feb 20, 2026
Five wild weekend activities that you don’t need to plan far ahead

Discover five spontaneous weekend activities perfect for last-minute adventure seekers.

PNI Atlantic News · Feb 20, 2026
Prescott House closure a surprise to former MLA who recommended the museum

A former MLA expresses surprise over the unexpected closure of Prescott House museum.

Halifax Examiner · Feb 20, 2026
Nova Scotia government cuts at least 70 unionized employees

Nova Scotia's government is cutting at least 70 unionized positions as part of budget adjustments.

CBC · Feb 20, 2026
Nova Scotia's $20-million subsidy for Maine ferry is a good value, says new study

A new study argues that Nova Scotia's $20-million investment in the Maine ferry service delivers good value for the province.

CTV News · Feb 20, 2026
Baddeck’s seasonal sculptures

Baddeck celebrates the seasons with public art installations that showcase local creativity.

Travel And Tour World · Feb 20, 2026
Alberta Joins Manitoba, British Columbia, Quebec, Nova Scotia, Saskatchewan, And Others In Witnessing Record Tourism Growth As Canada Turns Away From US Travel
Travel And Tour World · Feb 20, 2026
Tourism in Nova Scotia Faces Setback: Museums and Visitor Centers Shut Amid Budget Cuts

Museums and visitor centers across Nova Scotia are closing due to budget cuts, impacting the province's tourism offerings.

CTV News · Feb 20, 2026
N.S. tourism layoffs and closures a ‘devastating blow’: business owner

Tourism businesses in Nova Scotia are facing layoffs and closures, with owners calling the situation a devastating blow to the industry.

CBC · Feb 20, 2026
Decision to close museums, visitor centres 'short-sighted,' say tourism workers

Tourism workers criticize plans to close museums and visitor centres as a short-sighted move.

Government of Nova Scotia · Feb 20, 2026
Minister Visits New Cape Breton Long-Term Care Home

A provincial minister has toured the newly opened long-term care facility in Cape Breton.

Surge 105 · Feb 19, 2026
Layoffs affect tourism including visitor centres, museums

Budget cuts are impacting Cape Breton's tourism sector, with layoffs affecting visitor centres and museums.

CTV News · Feb 19, 2026
N.S. government lays off dozens of employees as it prepares to release budget

Nova Scotia government announces layoffs ahead of upcoming budget release.

PNI Atlantic News · Feb 19, 2026
Nova Scotia government announces job cuts, museum and visitor information centre closures

Nova Scotia government announces job cuts and closures affecting museums and visitor information centres.

Travel And Tour World · Feb 19, 2026
Quebec Joins Nova Scotia, Manitoba, British Columbia, Ontario, Saskatchewan, And Others In Igniting Canada’s Unstoppable Tourism Explosion With Soaring Revenue, Phenomenal Growth, And Skyrocketing Demand

SKIP The title uses hyperbolic language ("unstoppable explosion," "skyrocketing") but contains no specific information about what's actually happening, when, or any concrete details that would help a reader understand the news or its relevance to Cape Breton tourism.

CBC · Feb 19, 2026
N.S. government closing some museums, most visitor information centres

Nova Scotia is closing some museums and most visitor information centres.

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PNI Atlantic News · Sep 3, 2026
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Canadian Hockey League · Sep 3, 2026
Cape Breton Eagles Announce Roster for 30th Season