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

Winter Hiking Trails of Whycocomagh

Winter is here and it’s the perfect time to get outside and explore our snowy Island! With countless places to hike, snowshoe, ski, sled, skate and snowball fight Cape Breton is truly a winter paradise. We’re...

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Ensuring Snowmobile Safety: Essential Guidelines for Riders

Snowmobiling offers exhilarating experiences across winter landscapes, but safety must always be a priority.

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Iona & Area

Iona is commonly referred to as “central Cape Breton”. We’re in the “heart of the island” here, about an hour away from everywhere.

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