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From the rhythmic pulse of céilidhs, theatre and live music to the rugged thrill of guided hikes and coastal adventures, Cape Breton Island’s culture takes center stage. Savour the Island through harvest events and local markets, or explore our Mi’kmaq, Gaelic and Acadian roots at galleries and artisan shows. Whether joining a seasonal festival, community sport or hands-on workshop, you will find a welcoming spirit where every event makes you feel like a local.

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Slow Down: A Winter Guide to Rest and Wellness on Cape Breton Island

There is a particular kind of quiet that settles over Cape Breton Island once the snow starts to fall. The hiking trails empty out, the coastline goes still and the pace of everything softens. Summer on...

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Snowmobiling on Cape Breton Island: The Complete Trail Guide

As the snow falls the Island transforms into a wintry paradise where explorers can find a new sights, new vistas and new adventures all winter long.

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Winter in Cape Breton: Skiing, Snowmobiling & Snowshoeing Guide

When the snow falls on Cape Breton Island, the crowds thin out, the trails go quiet and the pace slows down. We get more snow than anywhere else in the Maritime Provinces, and everything here is...

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