Baddeck & Area

About

Visit Flying Kite Artisan Shop, a bright and expansive artisan shop curated with goods made here in Atlantic Canada. Known for our cheerful selection of folk art, large array of art cards and the most delicious chocolate truffles, with over 200 makers in the shop we feature original paintings, pottery, blown glass, woodwork, textiles, jewellery and more. 
We also proudly feature an ever-growing selection of great books for all ages and a section just for kids!
Open year-round

  • June to October: Daily, 10am – 6pm
  • November and December: Daily, 10am – 5pm
  • February to May: Tuesday to Saturday, 10am – 4pm

Find us in the charming town of Baddeck on Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia.

Locals Know Blog

Top Fall Events on Cape Breton Island in 2026

Fall 2026 on Cape Breton Island brings a 30th anniversary Celtic Colours, the Island's first pro rodeo and a full slate of festivals and championships running September through November.

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Mabou, My Home – by Heather Rankin

Heather Rankin is a singer, songwriter, actor and member of the 6X Juno Award winning band The Rankin Family. As a solo artist she has released two albums, A Fine Line (ECMA/Juno Nom.) and Imagine (ECMA...

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5 Easy Cape Breton Snowshoe Hikes

Come late November, when parts of Canada begin to be blanketed with snow, Cape Breton wonders if Mother Nature has forgotten her. Not a chance. Winter on Cape Breton Island is inevitable.

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