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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 · Jan 6, 2025
Cape Breton Highlands have more than two feet of snow with more to come

Snow accumulation exceeding two feet has blanketed the Cape Breton Highlands with additional snowfall expected.

CBC · Jan 6, 2025
Winter storm blasts parts of Cape Breton

A winter storm is impacting portions of Cape Breton.

CBC · Jan 6, 2025
Winter storm dumps heaps of snow on northern Inverness County

A winter storm brought significant snowfall to northern Inverness County.

CBC · Jan 4, 2025
'Devastating blow': Flood at Louisbourg legion branch shuts down food program

A recent flood at the Louisbourg legion branch has forced the closure of a food program that served the community.

Dignity Memorial · Dec 30, 2024
Bernard Marcellus "Bernie" Chisholm Obituary - Inverness, NS
CTV News · Dec 22, 2024
Iconic Cape Breton relay race needs new space to hold closing banquet

A beloved Cape Breton relay race is searching for a larger venue to accommodate its closing banquet celebration.

CBC · Dec 20, 2024
Baddeck, Victoria County disagree over responsibility for sidewalk snow clearing

A dispute between Baddeck and Victoria County over who should clear snow from sidewalks raises questions about winter maintenance responsibilities in the community.

Government of Nova Scotia · Dec 20, 2024
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PNI Atlantic News · Dec 18, 2024
Management plan tabled for Cape Breton's Fortress of Louisbourg

A new management plan has been unveiled for the Fortress of Louisbourg, one of Cape Breton's most iconic historical sites.

WIPO - World Intellectual Property Organization · Dec 17, 2024
Authenticity at the Heart of Mi’kmaw Cultural Tourism - WIPO

Authenticity at the Heart of Mi’kmaw Cultural Tourism WIPO - World Intellectual Property Organization

CityNews Halifax · Dec 14, 2024
N.S. coastline tourism at risk from climate change

Nova Scotia's coastal tourism attractions face growing threats from climate change impacts.

Government of Nova Scotia · Dec 13, 2024
Province Recognized as a Top Travel Destination

Nova Scotia has been recognized as a top travel destination.

Baleines en direct · Dec 11, 2024
In Search of Marine Mammals in Cape Breton

Discover the whales, dolphins, and other marine mammals that call Cape Breton's waters home.

Baleines en direct · Dec 11, 2024
In Search of Marine Mammals in Cape Breton

Discover the marine mammals that call Cape Breton waters home.

Baleines en direct · Dec 11, 2024
In Search of Marine Mammals in Cape Breton

Discover the whales and other marine mammals that call Cape Breton's waters home.

Dignity Memorial · Dec 9, 2024
Catherine Ann "Cathy" Beaton Obituary - Inverness, NS
PNI Atlantic News · Dec 8, 2024
Gardeners to gather in Baddeck

Local gardeners are coming together for a gathering in Baddeck.

PNI Atlantic News · Dec 7, 2024
Louisbourg’s wanting a revamp | PNI Atlantic News
PNI Atlantic News · Dec 7, 2024
Baddeck native Rosie MacKenzie releases new CD

Baddeck native Rosie MacKenzie has released a new CD.

CTV News · Dec 7, 2024
Fortress of Louisbourg in Nova Scotia brings Christmas past into the present

Fortress of Louisbourg recreates Christmas traditions from centuries past for visitors to experience the holiday as it was historically celebrated.

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PNI Atlantic News · May 27, 2026
Important walk for MS community returning to Cape Breton

A community walk supporting those affected by MS is making a return to Cape Breton.

CTV News · Jun 2, 2026
Cape Breton offering tap-and-pay for transit

Cape Breton transit riders can now use tap-and-pay technology for faster, easier fare payments.

PNI Atlantic News · Jun 22, 2026
Steps taken to grow authentic Mi'kmaw tourism across Unama'ki

Discover how Cape Breton is developing authentic Mi'kmaw tourism experiences across Unama'ki.