The village of St. Peter’s has a fasci- nating history. This area was one of the first sites in the New World to be settled by Europeans. Por- tuguese fishermen established San Pedro near the canal in 1521, however unac-
fishing, picnicking, swimming, and site seeing. The Nicolas Denys Museum, adjacent to the canal, tells the story of this famous explorer and fur trader who founded the community. There is no better place to experience Cape Breton from the water with a unique sailing adventure on Canada’s largest inland sea. Take the helm, handle the sail, maybe get an intro or refresher lesson or just kick back and relax on the beautiful and majestic Bras d’Or Lake! After a day of outdoor activities and adventure, there is no better place to settle in for the evening than the B ras d’Or Lakes Inn. Their cedar log Inn is perfectly situated to give you stunning views of the lake and the historic swing bridge and a man-made canal connecting the Bras D’Or Lake with the Atlantic Ocean. Rooms are comfortable, quiet, and well-appointed with either king or double beds. But your room is only the tip of the iceberg when you stay at the Bras d’Or Lakes Inn. As their culinary team will tantalize even the most experienced foodie with fresh, local seafood and other top-quality local products from both land and sea for a culinary experience that you will soon not forget and have you planning your next stay and choosing your next dish before you are finished your first! Our next stop takes us 38 km (23 miles) northeast on NS 206 route to Arichat on Isle Madame.
customed to the severe winters, they departed in 1525. Continuous occupancy dates back to 1650 when it was settled by adventurer Nicolas Denys. Today, the remains of forts, which were the first line of defense and a source of supply for the Fortress Louisbourg, are waiting to be explored in Battery Provincial Park, where a series of walking trails take you through the park and around the village. The famous St. Peter’s Canal, a National Historic site that joins the Atlantic Ocean to the sparkling Bras D’Or Lake, winds its way through Battery Provincial Park, creating a popular spot for
Isle Madame is home to approximately 4,300 residents located mostly in the island’s communities of Arichat, D’Escousse, and Petit de Grat. Isle Madame’s culture and heritage have been shaped by the sea. Fishing, shipbuilding, and coastal trade brought prosperity to the island. Little remains of the many wharves that were through- out the Isle’s harbours during a time in history when the oceans were the world’s highways. When visiting Isle Madame, the adventures are endless with so much coastal beauty to take in whether listening to seagull songs, exploring the gentle tides, kayaking tranquil coves, cycling through fishing villages, or spending the day on the sandy beach with your toes in the sand as you beach comb and get some rays and play in the water - there’s so much to do during your stay!
Conveniently located in the heart of Isle Madame, in the quaint seaside village of Arichat is The Clairestone Inn, a newly renovated 17-room boutique hotel, with classic drive-up rooms and luxuri- ous ocean-view suites that offer a bright, airy beach house vibe and make you feel at home. Whether
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VOL 23 ISSUE 2 • SPOTLIGHT ON BUSINESS MAGAZINE
SPOTLIGHT ON BUSINESS MAGAZINE • VOL 23 ISSUE 2
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