Cape Breton born artist Sameer Farooq will share ideas about his practice over the past decade including building imaginary museums with the public, the role of meditation/contemplative practice in his work, and his recent foodways research, specifically on the importance of building tandoor ovens and working with flatbread libraries as a lens on migration. During August 2024 he will be spending two weeks staying at MacKinnon’s Brook in Cape Breton, making work that engages with Sight Point/Cape Mabou, as part of a project organized by Outdoor School (Diane Borsato and Amish Morrell). Presented by the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, at the Inverness County Centre for the Arts with support from Eltuek Arts Centre, Outdoor School (Diane Borsato and Amish Morrell), and The Canada Council for the Arts.
5–6pm
Next Date: Jul 1, 2025
Region: Bras d’Or Lake
Community: Iona
Highland Village honours the founding of our country with free admission to the site on July 1st. Come celebrate Canada’ birthday with us....
Next Date: Aug 30, 2025
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Inverness
Don’t miss your chance to be part of one of Cape Breton’s most magical summer traditions. The Sunset Series at Inverness County ...
Next Date: Dec 5, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Baddeck
In 1843, A Christmas Carol became one of the most popular books in the English language and has been credited by some as “almost...
Next Date: Aug 1, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Baddeck
A family in a tight-knit Cape Breton community loses their daughter to the big smoke–T.O. How to stay in touch when long distance calls co...
Next Date: Sep 5, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Big Baddeck
Lennie Gallant makes his highly anticipated debut at Little Church Concerts in Big Baddeck! A masterful storyteller and celebrated East Coas...
Next Date: Jun 6, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Baddeck
Knit, stitch, crochet or even decoupage — all are welcome at Friday Crafternoon. Stop by the Library on Fridays with your lates...
Julia Chenu’s motorcycle adventure on Cape Breton Island showcases the Island’s allure for motorbike enthusiasts. From the picturesque French-speaking communities to the thrilling roads and trails, Cape Breton offers a unique and inspiring experience
Not interested in camping? Why not try glamping? Stay in a Mongolian Yurt or a luxury geometric dome, sleep out in the stars or watch the ocean from your cliffside accommodation.
The Cape Mabou Highlands should be on everybody’s list. It’s not your typical tourist route and the trail offers dramatic vistas over the Gulf of St. Lawrence. You can get your heart pumping or take a leisurely stroll through remnants of Acadian old
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 is so much more than Cabot Trail. Let us show you some of our favourite hidden gems!
Snow Covered mountains. Forests and fields blanketed with fresh layers of snow, your winter adventure just waiting to be explored. Cape Breton’s hiking trails and scenic routes are like works of art from mother nature’s winter palate.
The Gaels celebrated their culture not in huge buildings or sculptures but in their songs. Their songs told the stories of the people, the land, good times and bad, love's lost and yearned for.
As fall blankets Cape Breton Island in brilliant hues, the Island’s culinary scene embraces the season with fresh, seasonal ingredients and comforting flavours.
Janet Barlow is the Executive Director of Hike Nova Scotia and a life-long hiker. Located in Halifax, but originally from Cape Breton, she is always happy to head back home for a hike. FB: @HikeNovaScotia; Twitter: @HikeNS; Instagram: @hikenovascotia
