Boating Nova Scotia

28/02/2024

Sail, Motor, and Paddle the sheltered waters of Halifax’s Northwest Arm.

This historic inlet is home to several small islands including Melville Island, where the Armdale Yacht Club resides, and Deadman’s Island, at the northwestern end. There’s also a public beach (the only one on the Arm) located at Sir Sandford Fleming Park.

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Ready to explore? From must-see sights and experiences to practical information, plan ALL of your boating adventures at: NovaScotia.com/boating

22/02/2024

From street performers to sailing races, plan your boating adventures to discover unique events and experiences in Nova Scotia!

Learn more at: NovaScotia.com/boating

19/02/2024

Discover Nova Scotia’s wild side!

The province’s Eastern Shore is home to the 100 Wild islands, one of the few unspoiled archipelagos in North America. These isolated islands offer sheltered coves of turquoise water with pristine white sand beaches, dramatic windswept headlands, and unique boreal rainforests, bogs, and barrens.

Ready to explore? From must-see sights and experiences to practical information, plan ALL of your boating adventures at: NovaScotia.com/boating

05/02/2024

We can’t wait to be BACK on the water!

We had a great few days at the Halifax International Boat Show - thank you to everyone who stopped by! There’s really no better way to put yourself back in the boating season mindset than preparing for the next one. 🙌

Stay tuned as we continue to share content to inspire playing in Canada’s Ocean Playground!

04/02/2024

To celebrate the launch of Boating Nova Scotia, we’re hosting one final GIVEAWAY! 🎉

Enter to win 2 FREE overnight berthage at the Halifax Waterfront and immerse yourself in the indulgences and charms of this coastal city, docking seconds from fine dining, pubs, museums, cafés, boutique shopping and vibrant nightlife! 👉

Here’s HOW to enter:

1. FOLLOW this page!
2. LIKE this post!
3. TAG a friend in the comments! Each comment is an entry.
4. Bonus entry: SHARE this post to your story!

*Subject to availability. Includes overnight berthage only. Cannot be redeemed for cash value.

Winner will be announced on Wednesday, February 7!

03/02/2024

Some of the best ocean adventures are waiting for you inland.

At the heart of the Cape Breton Island, you will find the Bras d’Or Lake, North America’s inland sea. The lake, a UNESCO designated biosphere, boast over 1000 km (600 miles) of pristine coastline with hundreds of coves, inlets, harbours and hidden anchorages. 👉

Be sure you enter our Bras d’Or Lake GIVEAWAY for 2 FREE boat overnights Baddeck Waterfront, St. Peter's Marina AND Ben Eoin Yacht Club & Marina - 6 nights total! 🙌

03/02/2024

Don’t let this winter weather get you down! We’re heating things up with another great GIVEAWAY to celebrate the launch of Boating Nova Scotia! 🎉

Enter to win a SeaDoo rental package at Halifax Waterfront with our friends at The Harbour Watercraft Tours & Adventures!

Here’s HOW to enter:
1. FOLLOW this page!
2. LIKE this post!
3. TAG a friend in the comments! Each comment is an entry.
4. Bonus entry: SHARE this post to your story!

*Package includes rental for 2 seadoos (up to 4 people) for 1 hour at the Halifax Waterfront. Subject to availability. Cannot be redeemed for cash value.

Winner will be announced on Monday, February 5!

01/02/2024

Almost an island, there is NO better way to explore Nova Scotia than on the water!

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Come visit us at Booth 311 at the Halifax International Boat Show, February 1-4 at Halifax Exhibition Centre.

Almost an island, there is no better way to explore Nova Scotia than by boat.Here the possibilities are endless, and you can tackle them at your own pace alo...

01/02/2024

To celebrate the launch of Boating Nova Scotia, we’re hosting a GIVEAWAY! 🎉

Enter to win 2 FREE overnight berthage at each: Baddeck Waterfront, St. Peter's Marina and Ben Eoin Yacht Club & Marina (featured in the photos below!) on the Bras d’Or Lake, Canada’s Inland Sea!

Here’s HOW to enter:
1. FOLLOW this page!
2. LIKE this post!
3. TAG a friend in the comments! Each comment is an entry.
4. Bonus entry: SHARE this post to your story!

*Subject to availability at each location. Includes overnight berthage only. Cannot be redeemed for cash value.

Winner will be announced on Monday, February 5!

29/01/2024

143 days to plan ALL the adventures! But, who’s counting? 😉

Put yourself BACK in the boating season mindset by preparing for the next one! Looking for inspiration? Come visit us this week (February 1-4) at booth 311!

22/01/2024

From rugged to tropical, Nova Scotia’s beaches are diverse, unspoiled and beautiful. With over 13,300 kilometres (over 8,300 miles), you’re bound to find a favourite! 🏖️

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20/01/2024

Even the most unexpected adventures sometimes start with a plan.

Stay tuned for tips on navigating our coastline and planning your visit in the coming weeks as we gear up for our launch 🙌

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17/01/2024

What’s your favourite way to play in Canada’s Ocean Playground?

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15/01/2024

There’s always room for more on the raft!

Stay tuned to learn more about Boating Nova Scotia in the coming weeks!

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13/01/2024

In Nova Scotia, we take our role as “Canada’s Ocean Playground” very seriously. 🙌

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12/01/2024

We’re jumping in on ALL things boating in Canada’s Ocean Playground! Who’s with us?!