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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.

Forest Haven Memorial Gardens · May 19, 2025
Gary MacDonald Fownes Obituary May 19, 2025
CTV News · May 18, 2025
Victoria Day long weekend serves as unofficial start of tourist season in Cape Breton

Victoria Day weekend marks the unofficial beginning of Cape Breton's busy tourist season.

CTV News · May 16, 2025
Slow start to tourism season on Halifax waterfront

Tourism businesses on Halifax's waterfront are reporting a slower-than-expected start to the season.

PNI Atlantic News · May 14, 2025
Four shipwrecks uncovered off Cape Breton by 'The Death Coast' crew

Four shipwrecks have been discovered off Cape Breton's coast by the team behind 'The Death Coast'.

Parks Canada · May 13, 2025
Building back better
Parks Canada · May 13, 2025
Building back better
Parks Canada · May 13, 2025
Building back better
PNI Atlantic News · May 9, 2025
Fewer Canadians booking travel on CAT ferry, but American numbers comparable to last year

Fewer Canadians are booking the CAT ferry to Cape Breton this year, though American visitor numbers remain steady.

CBC · May 6, 2025
Victoria County residents worry as Baddeck ER's temporary closure passes two-year mark

A temporary closure of Baddeck's emergency room has now stretched beyond two years, leaving residents concerned about healthcare access in Victoria County.

Dignity Memorial · May 5, 2025
George Yipp Obituary - Inverness, NS
PNI Atlantic News · Apr 29, 2025
Maintenance work to temporarily close Cape Breton’s Skyline Trail in May

The popular Skyline Trail will be temporarily closed in May for maintenance work.

PNI Atlantic News · Apr 29, 2025
Maintenance work to temporarily close Cape Breton’s Skyline Trail in May

Skyline Trail will be temporarily closed in May for scheduled maintenance work.

Yahoo News Canada · Apr 29, 2025
Maintenance work to temporarily close Cape Breton’s Skyline Trail in May

The Skyline Trail will close temporarily in May for maintenance work.

Yahoo News Canada · Apr 29, 2025
Maintenance work to temporarily close Cape Breton’s Skyline Trail in May

Skyline Trail will be temporarily closed in May for maintenance work.

Standardbred Canada · Apr 28, 2025
Sunshine Lou Named Inverness Horse Of The Year

Sunshine Lou has been named Inverness Horse of the Year, recognizing outstanding performance in the racing community.

CBC · Apr 25, 2025
Louisbourg business owners hope cruise visitors will explore the area more

Local businesses in Louisbourg are working to draw cruise ship passengers beyond the historic fortress into the wider community.

CTV News · Apr 24, 2025
New plan aims to shape future of tourism in Halifax area

A new strategic plan is being developed to guide tourism growth in the Halifax region.

CTV News · Apr 21, 2025
Fortress Louisbourg returns to its rum roots

Fortress Louisbourg explores its historical connection to rum production and trade.

CBC · Apr 21, 2025
Weather warnings in place for northeastern Nova Scotia, parts of Cape Breton

Active weather warnings are affecting parts of Cape Breton and northeastern Nova Scotia.

Government of Nova Scotia · Apr 14, 2025
Nova Scotia Stampede Funding Announcement

Nova Scotia is announcing new funding for the Stampede event.

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989 XFM · Sep 2, 2026
Almost $130 Million in Federal Funding Announced for Parks Canada Installations on Cape Breton Island and Guysborough County
PNI Atlantic News · Aug 26, 2026
Dreams on wheels come out in droves at Cape Breton charity car show event

Classic and custom vehicles gathered at a Cape Breton charity car show that drew enthusiasts from across the region.

PNI Atlantic News · Sep 17, 2026
Cape Breton Community Calendar events for Sept. 19-25, 2026

Discover what's happening across Cape Breton during the week of September 19-25, 2026.