PICTOU, N.S. (CP) -- A historic Nova Scotia lighthouse that once was a warning beacon for vessels that travelled the Northumberland Strait burned to the ground Monday evening. Built in 1903, at a cost ...

From sunrise at Peggy’s Cove to colorful streets in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia’s South Shore blends rugged coastline with historic charm. The lobster rolls are pricey, but some claim they’re the best in ...

See and photograph historic lighthouses, wooden fishing boats, and classic coastal views. Eat fresh-from-the-docks lobster, scallops, and fish. Visit working fishing villages, charming seaside ...

HALIFAX, Nova Scotia – The natural beauty of this Canadian province in the north Atlantic belies the horrific tragedies inextricably linked to the island’s past. Nova Scotia has a connection with ...

LUNENBURG, Nova Scotia - Get on your sea legs and listen as old sea captains spin their yarns like retired Capt. Matthew Mitchell, a former crewmember of the Bluenose I, the world's fastest schooner ...

Peggy’s Point Lighthouse is among the world’s most photographed. This aesthetically pleasing fifty-foot, octagon-shaped white tower stands on a rocky outcrop in the fishing village of Peggy’s Cove.

Last month, organizers of the This Lighthouse Matters contest launched the crowdfunding competition to give Canadian residences the chance to contribute to lighthouse preservation campaigns in Nova ...

A Light Like no Other! Take a guided tour of the lighthouse tower, learn some interesting facts about Cape Forchu and enjoy spectacular views. Explore the rugged landscape and take in the breathtaking ...