The Beaton Institute is a cultural heritage archive mandated to preserve the social, economic, political, ethnic and cultural history of Cape Breton Island. The archive is also the official repository for the historically significant records of Cape Breton University. The Beaton Institute provides access to its holdings through adherence to recognized standards in the arrangement and description of archival materials, the development of research tools, and the provision of quality reference services. The Beaton Institute promotes inquiry through innovative public programming and community based initiatives and is centre for local, regional, national and international research. The Beaton Institute houses 2 kilometres of archival materials that include 3,200 manuscript collections, 250,000 photographs, 3,500 sound recordings, 2,000 video and film reels, 2,000 reference books and 3,500 maps and plans.
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
Immerse yourself in the culture of Cape Breton Island with Celtic Colours Cultural Experiences. Break bread and share a home-cooked meal at ...
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
Naru Sushi will be serving up authentic Japanese cuisine in Sydney, Nova Scotia. Come and try it yourself, your taste buds will thank you fo...
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Glace Bay
The quaint and beautiful Miners’ Village Restaurant, with its early-style furniture, large brick fireplace, plastered walls and kerosene l...
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Glace Bay
Cute cozy country diner with great food and friendly people. They provide a great menu with plenty of options to suit all tastes. Their staf...
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
Breton Air is Cape Breton’s premier helicopter charter and utility aviation company. Operating tours daily out of the Sydney J.A. Douglas ...
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
Length: 10.3 km (6.4 mi) total Hiking Time: 2+hr Type of Trail: crushed stone, compacted earth, natural surface Uses (no snow): walking, bik...
mber Buchanan has been working as a Ban-chleasaiche | Cultural Animator at Baile nan Gàidheal since 2013. Her ancestors are from the North Shore of Cape Breton Island and before that the Isles of Lewis, Harris and North Uist.
Ashley MacDonald is an outdoor adventure photographer from Cape Breton who can be found out exploring what the island has to offer. @lifeofashmac https://www.facebook.com/lifeofashmac/
Davey and Sky explore Delorier Island on Isle Madame as a part of DCBA's Hidden Gem Campaign.
Looking for the camping experience, but don't want to have to sacrifice the conveniences? If so, these glamping sites and one-of-a-kind cabins are for you!
Follow Chris van den Berg on his Hidden Gem experience to Gairloch Mountain Falls, the Yellow Cello and Hunter's Mountain Chalet.
Want to know more about the two Halifax Foodie Influencers who took part in our Lobster-licious festival? Check out this blog to see their pics and find out about their 3-day lobster itinerary around the Island!
My name is Tom and I am an outdoor enthusiast and photographer based in Sydney, Nova Scotia. I moved to Cape Breton from India in 2019 and immediately fell in love with this beautiful island.
Geoffrey & Stacey, former Toronto DJ’s, love for travel, networking & photography brought them to Cape Breton Island in 2017, with the hope to live a sustainable lifestyle. They also provide tours & experiences to help plan your Cabot Trail Journey!
