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Isle Madame

Acadian island community in Richmond County.

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A few Mi'kmaw phrases

Cape Breton — Unama'ki — is the traditional territory of the Mi'kmaq. The language is a vital part of Cape Breton heritage; many place names you'll see come from Mi'kmaw.

Communities in Isle Madame

Arichat

Historic Acadian capital of Isle Madame — bishopric, cathedral, working harbour.

L'Ardoise

Quiet Acadian fishing village on the Fleur-de-lis Trail.

St. Peter's

Canal village linking the Bras d'Or Lake to the Atlantic — the only working canal east of the Welland.

Businesses in Isle Madame

Tesla Destination Charger - St. Peter's Canal

Tesla Destination Charger - St. Peter's Canal

service · St. Peter's

Tesla destination charger near the historic St. Peter's Canal.

Outdoors

Point Michaud Beach

beach

Two-kilometre wild Atlantic beach beloved by surfers and beachcombers.

Pondville Beach

beach

Hidden barrier beach on Isle Madame separating ocean from a tidal pond.

About Isle Madame

What's special about Isle Madame, Cape Breton?

Acadian island community in Richmond County.

Around Cape Breton

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Government of Nova Scotia · Aug 26, 2026
Location Selected for New Cape Breton Trades Exhibition Centre

Location Selected for New Cape Breton Trades Exhibition Centre Government of Nova Scotia

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