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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.

CBC · Nov 19, 2025
Baddeck, Victoria County disagree on what was called 'non-negotiable' offer

A dispute between Baddeck and Victoria County over a purportedly non-negotiable offer reveals disagreement about what was actually promised.

Penticton Herald · Nov 19, 2025
Tourism bodes well for 2026 | Spare News
CTV News · Nov 18, 2025
Cape Breton Regional Police chief’s retirement announcement sparks mixed reaction

Cape Breton Regional Police chief's retirement announcement has drawn both support and concern from the community.

thecoast.ca · Nov 18, 2025
This travel photographer retraced the worldwide journey of a Nova Scotian cyclist

A travel photographer follows in the tracks of a Nova Scotian cyclist's global adventure.

CBC · Nov 17, 2025
Some guns turned in to buyback program, Cape Breton police commissioner says

Cape Breton police received firearms through a community buyback program, according to the local police commissioner.

CityNews Halifax · Nov 16, 2025
Wintery switch comes to Atlantic Canada

Atlantic Canada is preparing for a significant weather shift as winter conditions move into the region.

CityNews Halifax · Nov 16, 2025
Wintery switch comes to Atlantic Canada

Atlantic Canada is bracing for a shift to winter weather conditions.

Travel And Tour World · Nov 15, 2025
Alberta Joins Manitoba, British Columbia, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Quebec, Nunavut, Yukon in Attracting More US Tourists to Canada, Latest Update is Here
CTV News · Nov 14, 2025
Nova Scotia government announces new child-care spaces in Inverness, Canso

The Nova Scotia government is expanding access to child care with new spaces opening in Inverness and Canso.

CTV News · Nov 14, 2025
Nova Scotia government announces new child-care spaces in Inverness, Canso

Nova Scotia is opening new child-care spaces in Inverness and Canso to support families in these Cape Breton communities.

CBC · Nov 14, 2025
Cabot golf properties contribute $1.2M in taxes to Inverness County

Cabot golf properties generated $1.2 million in tax contributions to Inverness County.

Government of Nova Scotia · Nov 14, 2025
New Child-Care Centre for Inverness

A new child-care centre is coming to Inverness, offering expanded care options for local families.

frequencynews.ca · Nov 14, 2025
2025 tourism data from Destination Cape Breton presented to CBRM council

Destination Cape Breton shared 2025 tourism performance data with CBRM council, offering insights into visitor trends and economic impact.

PNI Atlantic News · Nov 13, 2025
Cape Breton man exceeds fundraising goal with 276 km solo Cabot Trail run

A Cape Breton runner completed a 276 km solo run along the Cabot Trail and surpassed his fundraising goal.

CBC · Nov 13, 2025
Inverness man takes home top harness racing awards

A local harness racing enthusiast from Inverness recently claimed multiple top awards in the sport.

PNI Atlantic News · Nov 13, 2025
Cape Breton man exceeds fundraising goal with 276 km solo Cabot Trail run

A Cape Breton resident completed an impressive solo run along the full Cabot Trail, surpassing his fundraising goal in the process.

CBC · Nov 13, 2025
#TheMoment he ran the 276-km Cabot Trail in memory of his dad

A runner completed the full Cabot Trail distance to honor his father's memory.

CTV News · Nov 13, 2025
Cape Breton man runs entire Cabot Trail solo

A Cape Breton man completes a solo run of the entire Cabot Trail.

CTV News · Nov 12, 2025
Lily’s Dream: Skating program aims to help Cape Breton students living with disabilities

A local skating program called Lily's Dream is bringing adaptive ice skating opportunities to Cape Breton students with disabilities.

CTV News · Nov 12, 2025
Cape Breton man raises $41K for charity with Cabot Trail run

A Cape Breton resident completed a Cabot Trail run that raised over $41,000 for charity.

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Winnipeg Sun · Sep 2, 2026
Hilroy says sorry for leaving Newfoundland, Cape Breton off notebooks' Canadian map
CP24 · Sep 8, 2026
Lengthy repairs begin in Cape Breton’s flood-damaged Richmond County

Richmond County residents are facing extensive repairs after recent flooding impacts the community.

PNI Atlantic News · Aug 27, 2026
GWYNNE DYER: Canada vs. United States: Evenly matched