Corner Bridge Store and Bakery
Region: Cape Breton’s South Coast
Community: Isle Madame
We started out in the early 1950’s as a small Convenience Store run by Arthur B. Martell. After changing hands just three times, Donna and...
Nova Scotia is home to the largest number of lighthouses in Canada, but none are more historic or picturesque than those of Isle Madame. This guided driving and walking tour shines a light on our history and geography. Ramble along coastal trails to lighthouses past and present; hear stories of the lightkeepers, shipwrecks, and John Paul Jones’ visit to Arichat.
Tours are available daily; cycling tours are available Saturday; reservations are required.
Tours are operated in support of the Isle Madame Lighthouse Preservation Society.
Region: Cape Breton’s South Coast
Community: Isle Madame
We started out in the early 1950’s as a small Convenience Store run by Arthur B. Martell. After changing hands just three times, Donna and...
Region: Cape Breton’s South Coast
Community: Isle Madame
Jeanties Mini Mart is the largest Convenience store on Isle Madame with a large variety of your everyday groceries, snacks, and lots more. W...
Region: Cape Breton’s South Coast
Community: Isle Madame
Come visit one of the oldest stone buildings on Cape Breton Island. “The Forge,” built between 1780 and 1800, was an important e...
Region: Cape Breton’s South Coast
Community: Isle Madame
Foodland and Co-op have been dedicated to providing groceries, choice meats, farm-fresh produce, home-style baked goods, and deli meats and ...
Regions: Bras d’Or Lake, Cape Breton’s South Coast
Community: St Peter’s & Area
Rosemary and Mac operate MacIsaac Kiltmakers as a family business and are enjoying tremendous success and growth because of their commitment...
Region: Cape Breton’s South Coast
Community: Isle Madame
Visit one of the oldest stone buildings on Cape Breton Island and learn about the traditional art of blacksmithing. Demonstrations take pl...
Atlantic lobster from Cape Breton Island is renowned for being the freshest and some of the tastiest lobster in the world.
Tap your toes to fiddle tunes at a Ceilidh. See authentic Acadian crafts at Les Trois Pignons. Take a piece of Mi’kmaq culture home with you at a drum-making workshop. On Cape Breton Island, culture is all around you just waiting to be explored!
Cape Breton Island Ambassadors Davey and Sky were selected by Explore Canada as official ambassadors for their home province of Nova Scotia.
Cape Breton Island Ambassador Ashley George was selected by Explore Canada as an official ambassador for her home province of Nova Scotia.
Discover the magic of winter in Port Hawkesbury, where adventure, great food and entertainment come together for the perfect seasonal getaway.
When Cape Breton Island dons its blanket of snow, it transforms into a winter wonderland bursting with adventure and serene beauty.
Cape Breton Island is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, and when winter descends, the island transforms into a wonderland of snow-covered trails, frosted trees, and serene vistas.
It’s time to find the heartiest, homemade meal on Cape Breton Island this winter. Our Island offers many options to chase away the chill.
Take time to slow down and enjoy the visual adventure of driving around Isle Madame. Explore the coastlines. Soak in the Acadian culture and hospitality. Unplug and unwind in the refreshing ocean breeze and natural beauty.