Nova Scotia’s Scottish history is well documented. Its name literally means New Scotland in Latin and its flag is a mash-up of the saltire and the Royal Arms of Scotland. It was back in 1620 when the first group of Scots arrived in the province. Though it wasn’t until the Highland Clearances in the 18th […]
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10 cultural experiences in Fredericton
Fredericton is the cultural and artistic capital of New Brunswick. It is home to many of the provinces most notable painters and was where many of Canada’s most renowned historic artists were born – including Goodridge Roberts, and Molly and Bruno Bobak. If it’s culture you’re looking for, you’ll find plenty of it in Fredericton. […]
10 photos of Nova Scotia looking beautiful in the autumn
Autumn is nearly upon us – and that means beautiful fall colours. And while Nova Scotia is beautiful all year round there’s just something extra special about the landscape when the red hues fall upon it. The Mill Falls The Cabot Trail The Mersey River Highlands National Park Road to Keji Cabot Trail Kejimkujik Lake […]
Why Prince Edward Island is aptly nicknamed the Garden of The Gulf
We don’t need to tell you that Canada is home to some impressive scenery. While the Niagara Falls and the Rocky Mountains definitely steal the show with their larger-than-life demeanour, there’s a charming simplicity that can be found in Canada’s other natural wonders. Prince Edward Island, in particular, is a pretty province, with a luscious […]
Titanic Memorial Sites in Halifax, Nova Scotia
When we think of cities associated with the Titanic, it is New York, Belfast and Southampton that usually make their way to the top of the mental list. The coastal town of Halifax in Nova Scotia however, has a strong link to the Titanic that is not that well known this side of the Atlantic. […]