Monday 29 June 2020

Looking for a Sailing Adventure Book your Sail Today with Richmond Adventure Planning Sailing Tours in Cape Breton.

Richmond Adventure Planning Tours










A Sailing adventure awaits you in St. Peter's with Richmond Adventure Planning Tours.
Enjoy sailing around St. Peter’s Inlet and out to Bras d’Or Lake! Learn about the lake’s UNESCO designation as a Biosphere Reserve, enjoy amazing views and learn to sail with Captain Gordon Kerr.

At Richmond Adventure Planning, they offer tailored sailing tours around the St. Peter’s Inlet, Bras d’Or Lake, and St. Peter’s Historic Canal. Their guests will truly enjoy the sail, because of the tour's beautiful sailing destinations in Nova Scotia and friendliness of the captain and crew! Captain Kerr is happy to show you the ropes when it comes to sailing, or you can just sit back and enjoy the views as you glide through the blue waters of St. Peter’s.
Captain Kerr and his staff will be taking meeting all the safety and health regulations set forth by the N.S. Health Authority to make sure your experience will be safe and enjoyable. Go to their website and book your tour today. Contact information:
Richmond Adventure Planning
(902) 631-3754
 fun@itsarap.ca
 Located at:
10199 Grenville Street
St. Peter's, NS B0E 3B0

St. Peter's Bras d'Or Lakes Watch Will Take Place at the St. Peter's Marina in Cape Breton on July 11, 2020

St. Peter's Bras d'Or Watch
Organizers of the St. Peter's Bras d'Or Watch are updating their plans for the St. Peter's Bras d'Or Watch on July 11th at the Lions Marina. They will be conducting a citizens bio blitz from 10am to 2pm with touch tank and a special visitor for the water. They will be incorporating the latest health safety measures from the N.S. Dept. of Health and the Lions Marina. Stay tuned for news.

Saturday 27 June 2020

At the Point of View Suites; Linda and Tom Kennedy look forward to making your visit a memorable experience.




We are proud to welcome you with a premier level of service and first-class amenities,  
Point of View is perched on the edge of a four-acre peninsula that sweeps out to the magnificent Atlantic Ocean. As your hosts to this extraordinary property, we are proud to welcome you with a premier level of service and first-class amenities. 
We are the only accommodation property in Louisbourg with waterfrontage and private beach for your relaxation and recreation pleasures. Enjoy retiring at night and waking in the morning to the soothing sounds of the waves on our shore.  
Suites and apartments 
Our deluxe suites feature sunlit rooms, birch hardwood floors, custom furnishings and handsome draperies, queen-sized beds, some full kitchens, and garden doors opening to terraces and balconies with breathtaking views of the ocean and the Fortress. 
All suites have full private bath, telephone and cable television for your enjoyment. Our new luxury apartments have three Queen-sized beds, full kitchen and Jacuzzi. 
Four Star Accommodations 
Point of View is a member of Destination Cape Breton Association and the Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia and enjoys a four-star rating from Canada Select, the national accommodation rating program. 
  






For those Visiting Baddeck, great new!!! Linwood Inn's Restaurant will be Opening July 2nd. for Business!!!


Friday 26 June 2020

Coming to Cape Breton and Not Sure What There is To Do! Check out our Richmond County Events Calendar for Up To Date Events


Richmond County Events Calendar from June 27 to August 10, 2020

https://www.visitstpeters.com/things-to-do/

St. Peter’s is a natural hub from which to seek out Cape Breton activities, attractions and experiences whether on land or sea/inland sea. We are within walking distance or a short drive away from some unique Cape Breton attractions and firmly anchored among many traditions and cultures. Friday,





Saturday, June 27

10 am -2pm: YARD SALE at the TARA LYNNE CENTER in RIVER BOURGEOIS. In support of DOROTHY'S CAT SANCTUARY.


Sunday, June 28

Cancelled until further notice - 8am – 12pm: - Community Breakfast at the Louisdale Lions Community Centre in Louisdale.


Monday, June 29

7pm: - Strait Area Pride Rally in Port Hawkesbury.  Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre.  Hosted by Taylor Linloff - Aspirational Autistic.


Join us on June 29th at 7 PM, day after 51st anniversary of the Stonewall Riots, and the first Pride March in Port Hawkesbury's history! Land acknowledgement and 2 Spirit explanation featured by Bryson Sili'pay. Morgan Toney will be providing a rendition of the Mi'kmaq Honour Song.

Dress fabulously (including face masks please!), have fun, learn the history of Pride, and let your rainbow flags fly while socially distancing!

LGBTQ2S+ and Allies welcome!

The Strait Area Pride March will be a socially distanced sidewalk march for protection of both pedestrians and drivers. We will start with opening remarks at the Civic Centre, then walk along Reeves Street and turn left to walk along MacQuarrie Drive (past ROC Society). We will head back to the Civic Centre for final thoughts and sharing.

Respect identity. Respect QTPOC. Respect pronouns. Respect disabled people. Respect those closeted/recently out. Respect gender creative kids. Respect social distancing. Respect gender expression. Respect LGBTQ+ elders. Respect differences. Respect each other.

Event is held on the unceded Mi'kmaq territory of Unama'ki. Respect 2 Spirit existence. Thank you to the Town of Port Hawkesbury for cooperation and support.

June 30




Wednesday, July 1

Canada Day will be Viritual in Richmond County – The County is challenging Richmond County Residents to participate by sending in their best pictures of their Canada Day decorated Window or best Canada Day Attire. Email your photo to rboudreau@richmondcounty.ca, Random draw will be made and winners will be awarded gift cards from local businesses.

9:30am - 12pm:- DIMA -Development Isle Madame will be featuring Canada Day Drive Thru Event at Le Noir Landing. The First 100 cars will receive a gift bag and piece of cake. No Walk ins.


Thursday, July 2

Friday, July 3

Saturday, July 4


Sunday, July 5

1pm-4pm: - Creating Textures in Watercolor-Outdoor Painting at LeNoir Landing, Arichat.  Hosted by Richmond County Recreation. Participants will create a beautiful watercolor painting of a patchwork quilt, incorporating many different textures and techniques. This workshop will encourage your creativity and is sure to be lots of fun! All supplies are included. Space is limited so sign up early.

Fee: $30.00. Instructor: Therese Boudreau. Please register for this program by calling 902-226-0663.


Monday, July 6


Tuesday, July 7


7 PM – 8 PM: - Outdoor Line Dancing (Ages 18+)-Beginner/Intermediate-FREE. This event will take place at LeNoir Forge, Arichat.


Cancelled until December 8th! 6:30pm - The Music Circle at the D’Escousse Civic Improvement Centre in D’Escousse held every Second Tuesday of the month.


Cancelled - July 7 – July 11: -  Seaside LobsterFest in St. Peter’s.


Wednesday, July 8


 1 PM – 3 PM:-  Rock Painting for Kids (Ages 7+) - Outdoors -Free event at LeNoir Landing, in Arichat.  Hosted by Richmond County Recreation. Rock crafts are all the rage right now, especially painted rocks. You will create mandelas (detailed patterns) and also paint a second garden rock with a painted sunset landscape. These are beautiful rocks for a garden or a gift for a special person. Space is limited. Instructor: Therese Boudreau. Please register for this program by calling 902-226-0663.


Thursday, July 9


Friday, July 10


Saturday, July 11


There will be a Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Skills Weekend. This is a 

Level 1 Program, which will be held at the St Peters Marina in Richmond County.

For information or to register email allanmackayak@gmail.com or call 902 574 7235.

$200 for the weekend includes certification fees ((excludes kayak and meals).


Sunday, July 12


There will be a Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Skills Weekend. This is a 

Level 1 Program, which will be held at the St Peters Marina in Richmond County.

For information or to register email allanmackayak@gmail.com or call 902 574 7235.

$200 for the weekend includes certification fees ((excludes kayak and meals).


Monday, July 13


Tuesday, July 14


7 PM – 8 PM: - Outdoor Line Dancing (Ages 18+)-Beginner/Intermediate-FREE. This event will take place at LeNoir Forge, Arichat.


Wednesday, July 15

Thursday, July 16

Friday, July 17

Saturday, July 18


Sunday, July 19


Cancelled until further notice due to COVID-19: 9am – 12pm: - Community Breakfast at the St. George’s Channel Hall in St. Georges Channel.


Monday, July 20





Tuesday, July 21

7 PM – 8 PM: - Outdoor Line Dancing (Ages 18+)-Beginner/Intermediate-FREE. This event will take place at LeNoir Forge, Arichat.


Cancelled until December 8th! 6:30pm - The Music Circle at the D’Escousse Civic Improvement Centre in D’Escousse held every Second Tuesday of the month.


Wednesday, July 22

Thursday, July 23

Friday, July 24

Saturday, July 25


Sunday, July 26

Due to COVID – 19 Cancelled - 8am – 12pm: - Community Breakfast at the Louisdale Lions Community Centre in Louisdale.

Monday, July 27

Pending decision on COVID-19- stay tuned - July 27 to Aug 2, 2020 – The Annual Nicolas Denys Days in St. Peter’s.

Tuesday, July 28

July 27 to Aug 2, 2020 – The Annual Nicolas Denys Days in St. Peter’s.

Wednesday, July 29

July 27 to Aug 2, 2020 – The Annual Nicolas Denys Days in St. Peter’s.

Thursday, July 30

July 27 to Aug 2, 2020 – The Annual Nicolas Denys Days in St. Peter’s.

Friday, July 31

July 27 to Aug 2, 2020 – The Annual Nicolas Denys Days in St. Peter’s.

Pending decision on COVID-19- stay tuned- 4:30pm – 7pm -  Fish Supper Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 150, in Arichat.



Saturday, August 1


Pending decision on COVID-19- stay tuned- July 27 to Aug 2, 2020 – The Annual Nicolas Denys Days in St. Peter’s.



Sunday, August 2


Pending decision on COVID-19- stay tuned-  8am – 12pm: - Community Breakfast at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 150, in  Arichat.


July 27 to Aug 2, 2020 – The Annual Nicolas Denys Days in St. Peter’s.







Monday, August 3


Tuesday, August 4


Cancelled until December 8th! 6:30pm - The Music Circle at the D’Escousse Civic Improvement Centre in D’Escousse.

Wednesday August 5


Thursday, August 6

Friday, August 7

Saturday, August 8


Sunday, August 9


Pending decision on COVID-19- stay tuned-  8am – 11am: Community Breakfast at the D’Escousse Civic Improvement Hall on Isle Madame.


Monday, August 10

Nova Scotia Government Eased restrictions for restaurants, bars, public pools announced Friday, June 26, 2020


Here is the announcement put out by the Nova Scotia Government on Friday June 26th. 
Increased gathering limits are among changes announced on Friday by Premier Stephen McNeil and Dr. Robert Strang, Nova Scotia's chief medical officer of health. 
The province announced no new cases of COVID-19 on Friday. Nova Scotia hasn't had a new case since June 9, a stretch of 17 days. 
"We have had no new cases of COVID and that is why we are able to begin to open our province even more," said McNeil.   
As of July 3, outdoor events organized by groups like businesses and churches can now have 250 people in attendance. Indoor venues can have 200 people. 
This will allow concerts and church services to proceed and movie theatres to reopen. Restaurants and bars can now operate at 100 per cent capacity and serve patrons until midnight.  
Gatherings not run by a business or organization, such as a family backyard barbecue, are still limited to 50 people.  
"This is to protect you if you are hosting a family event in your community," said McNeil. "It shouldn't be on you as an individual to monitor people's behaviors, businesses and event planners get paid to do that. That is why they have a higher gathering limit." 
Private campgrounds will also be able to run at 100 per cent capacity.  
Public pools are being reopened too.  
But Strang said these gatherings can only occur as long as public health safety measures are followed. 
That means people still have to obey physical distancing rules and wash their hands frequently. 
It wasn't all good news. 
McNeil said people will still not be able to visit family members in long-term care facilities. He said it is still too risky to open the facilities to the public.   
He also announced that the Yarmouth ferry that travels to the Bar Harbor, Maine will not run this year. McNeil said it wasn't wise to restart the ferry service with the rapid spread of the virus in the United States. 
Strang is also now recommending that all Nova Scotians wear non-medical masks when out in public when they think they might not be able to maintain appropriate physical distance. He said people should wear a mask at a grocery store, on a bus or in a mall. 
Nova Scotians should be carrying a mask with them at all times just in case they need it, said Strang. He said wearing a mask protects the people around us.  
"Wearing a mask is really a way of showing that we care about other people and we ask that they wear a mask so they can care about us," said Strang. 
Following the public health rules will help to control the spread of the virus as the province continues to relax restrictions, he said. 
This is the first provincial COVID-19 update in a few weeks for McNeil and Strang after Strang had a medical procedure.  
There are currently no active cases of COVID-19 in the province. 
The province says there are still two people in the hospital related to COVID-19, but their cases are considered resolved.