NOVA SCOTIA:
Lighthouses, Lobster, and Living History

Did You Know…

  • The oldest continuously operating farmers’ market in North America is in Nova Scotia? Yes! The Halifax Seaport Farmers’ Market has been running since 1750.
  • Cape Breton Island hosts one of the strongest Gaelic-speaking communities outside Scotland? That’s right—Cape Breton is famous for its vibrant Gaelic culture.
  • Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse is one of Canada’s most photographed lighthouses? Indeed, this iconic lighthouse was built in 1915 and draws visitors from around the world.
  • Nova Scotia produces over 90% of Canada’s wild blueberries? Yes, wild blueberries are a major local crop featured in many Nova Scotian dishes.
  • The Bay of Fundy has the highest tides in the world? Yes, tides here can rise as much as 16 metres, making it a natural wonder.
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