Eltuek Arts Centre/Ta’n etl-mawita’mk is an arts centre and creative hub operated by New Dawn Enterprises. We are a non-profit cultural organization that offers affordable and accessible work space for artists, host exhibitions and programming, event rental spaces for the community, and feature the Cafe Marie and Community Kitchen, as well as several anchor tenants.
We convene an Elders Advisory Committee comprised of Elders from the Island’s five Mi’kmaw communities. The Elders Advisory Committee works to ensure that the building and its programming are safe, welcoming, and relevant to Mi’kmaw artists and community members. We also convene an Advisory Committee that consists of artists, tenants, and members of the creative community across Unama’ki/Cape Breton.
We strongly believe in all the benefits of the arts to communities — their ability to transform places, give people hope, give people a new way to see themselves and the world, start conversations, connect, challenge, bring joy. We are artist-led and artist-focused.
To this end, we want to make the arts more visible — to give people a place to work that is safe, inclusive, affordable, and beautiful.
Regions: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail, Bras d’Or Lake, Canada’s Musical Coast, Cabot Trail, Cape Breton’s South Coast, Louisbourg Area
For nine days in October, amid the splendour of the fall colours, Cape Breton Island overflows with music, energy, and excitement as people ...
Regions: Cabot Trail, Bras d’Or Lake
Community: Baddeck & Area
Snowshoes and Skis through Victoria County Active Gear Loan The Victoria County Active Gear Loan Program, in partnership with Naturally Acti...
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney & Area
About Cape Breton Beard Factory: Two things you should know about us: We love Cape Breton Island and we take beard health seriously. Not too...
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Baddeck & Area
The Baddeck Nordic Club, formed in 2022, promotes cross country skiing in the Baddeck area to both local and visiting, skiers and snowshoers...
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Glace Bay & Area
From traditional landscapes that brought him widespread recognition, Kenny Boone has taken his art in new and gutsy directions. Through live...
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: North Sydney & Area
Atlantic Memorial Park is a project founded by the AMP society in Sydney Mines, Cape Breton. The goal of the AMP society through the restora...
June on Cape Breton Island is when music fills the air, feet find rhythm on wooden floors, and communities come together in celebration of culture, heritage, and shared joy.
Snowmobiling offers exhilarating experiences across winter landscapes, but safety must always be a priority.
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.
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.
Membertou is a vibrant Indigenous community nestled in the heart of Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia. With its rich history, cultural attractions, and warm hospitality, Membertou offers visitors a unique and unforgettable experience.
