Businesses in Strait Area
Sail the Bras d’Or Lake UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
Sail the Bras d'Or Lake UNESCO Biosphere Reserve aboard a traditional 25-foot sloop with local biologist Gordon Kerr, including visits to Chapel Island Nation
River Denys Mountain
Hike the scenic 9 km trail on Cape Breton's highlands, suitable for walking, biking, and winter sports year-round with off-leash dogs welcome.
Richmond Adventure Planning
Sail the Bras d'Or Lake aboard Cu Na Mara with Captain Gordon Kerr, offering full-day and half-day excursions with swimming, snorkeling, and sailing lessons f
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Gallery Ruairicroft
Explore original artwork by Berni Thorneycroft at Gallery Ruairicroft in Cape Breton's Strait Area.
Encore Jewellery
Discover unique handmade jewellery crafted from repurposed instrument strings by this juried Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design member in the Strait Area
Darlene’s Paintings by the Sea
Visit Darlene's studio in the Strait Area to explore acrylic and watercolour paintings and decorative painted items by appointment.
Customs House Artisan Incubator at Cape Breton Centre for Craft & Design
Watch artisans at work and browse locally made pottery, textiles, jewellery, and glass at this waterfront gallery in Port Hawkesbury.
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Barb’s Quilts
Shop traditional quilts in ready-made and custom sizes at Barb's Quilts in Cape Breton's Strait Area.
The Seaside Studio
Visit The Seaside Studio, an art gallery and working studio on the Port Hawkesbury waterfront operated by artist Dana Ryan.
Guided Nature Immersions
Experience forest-based wellness in Grande Anse with guided nature immersions, barefoot trails, and herbal tea in a peaceful Cape Breton setting.
Strait of Canso Yacht Club
Visit the Strait of Canso Yacht Club in Port Hawkesbury, a member-run maritime facility since 1964 with docks, clubhouse, showers, and a licensed bar.
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St. Peter’s Marina
Dock your boat at St. Peter's Marina near Bras d'Or Lakes with gas, diesel, moorings, and full amenities including Wi-Fi and shower facilities.
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Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre
Visit Port Hawkesbury's modern civic centre featuring an arena with 1000 seats, fitness centre, conference facilities, and a green building design in the Stra
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MacIsaac Kiltmakers
Shop handmade kilts and highland wear at MacIsaac Kiltmakers in Saint Peter's, Cape Breton, crafted from premium worsted wool with kilt rentals available.
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Glad Tidings Confectioneries & Gifts
Browse handpicked confections and gifts at Glad Tidings in Saint Peter's, Cape Breton's heart-of-town shop offering quality products at competitive prices.
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Glad Tidings Christmas Shoppe
Visit Glad Tidings Christmas Shoppe in the Strait Area to celebrate Christmas year-round with holiday décor, gifts, and festive cheer from May through Decembe
J. Franklin Wright Gallery
Explore contemporary and traditional art at the J. Franklin Wright Gallery in Port Hawkesbury, celebrating marine artist J. Franklin Wright and Strait Area cu
Father John Angus Rankin Cultural Centre
Explore Cape Breton Gaelic heritage at this West Bay cultural centre with archives, weaving demonstrations, genealogy research, and summer workshops.
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Cape Breton Antler Art
Explore handcrafted moose antler artwork carved from naturally shed antlers collected in the Cape Breton Highlands.
Wallace MacAskill Museum
Tour the birthplace of legendary marine photographer Wallace R. MacAskill in Saint Peter's, featuring over 100 historic photographs and vintage cameras.
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Orangedale Railway Station Museum
Explore Cape Breton's award-winning 1886 railway museum with artifacts, rolling stock, and restored station buildings in Orangedale.
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Point Michaud Beach Provincial Park
Swim or surf the 3-km sandy beach at Point Michaud Beach Provincial Park in Cape Breton, with dunes, cranberry bogs, and a boardwalk.
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Cape Breton Sailing Charters
Join Captain Greg for hands-on sailing lessons or relaxing tours on Bras d'Or Lake and Cape Breton's Atlantic coast, with groups up to 6 people.
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St. Peter’s Canal National Historic Site
Explore Canada's oldest tidal lock canal where the Atlantic Ocean meets Bras d'Or Lake in Saint Peter's, Cape Breton—kayak, fish, or watch for bald eagles.
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St. John’s Centre for the Arts
Tour the 1895 heritage venue in Arichat featuring exceptional acoustics, historic woodwork, and Atlantic Ocean views from this former Anglican church.
Port Hastings Historical Society Museum and Archives
Explore the history of the Canso Causeway and local heritage at this modern museum in Port Hastings, featuring model ships, genealogical archives, and handmad
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Nicolas Denys Museum
Tour the Nicolas Denys Museum in Saint Peter's, a French-styled building overlooking the canal with local historical materials from 1650.
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Guiding Lights of Isle Madame
Explore historic lighthouses on guided driving and walking tours through Isle Madame, Cape Breton, with stories of shipwrecks and coastal heritage.
Canal Landing
Explore Mi'kmaw culture and rent kayaks, canoes, or paddle boards at Canal Landing on the historic St. Peter's Canal in Southeast Cape Breton.
Port Hawkesbury Community Trails
Hike the 10-kilometre trail system through hardwood and softwood forests in Port Hawkesbury, open year-round for hikers, walkers, and cross-country skiers.
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