North Sydney & Sydney Mines Area

About

La Quaintrelle is an independent boutique and emporium with a focus on goods that are Canadian, hand, and thoughtfully made. We carry the works of more than 200 North American makers and brands. We pride ourselves on having a little something for everyone, curating collections that we stand behind and that we feel will help you live a life of passion expressed through your own personal style, leisurely pastimes, charm, and life’s little pleasures.

Locals Know Blog

Engage Your Senses: Membertou’s Mi’kmaq Medicine Walk

Taking part in our Mi’kmaq Medicine Walk is the ultimate experience to learn about our culture. We encourage you to gather friends, family and/or neighbours and come to Membertou for an intimate tour.

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Chasing Colour: Your 2026 Guide to Peak Fall Colours on Cape Breton Island

Fall on Cape Breton Island doesn't arrive all at once. Colour reaches different parts of the Island at different times, so the best time to visit isn't one weekend. It's a whole season of chances to...

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Franey Mountain & The Dancing Moose Café

Once again, your heart is pumping, you’re amazed and invigorated as you ascend to the top of Franey Mountain and your reward… a 360° view of the entire Clyburn Brook canyon and the Atlantic coastline from...

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