From December 12th, 2025, to January 15, 2026, enjoy FREE admission to national parks and historic sites, free or reduced admission to museums and art galleries, free and discounted travel with VIA Rail, and discounted overnight stays with Parks Canada. Canada Strong Pass Dates: December 12, 2025 – January 15,
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Dive into Nova Scotia’s underwater world. From live local species to hands-on exhibits, Beaty Centre for Marine Biodiversity brings ocean science to life for families, students, and curious explorers of all ages. Beaty Centre for Marine Biodiversity Date: Thursday –  Sunday, September 1 – May 3 | Wednesday – Sunday,
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The Discovery Centre is an amazing museum and science centre that offers interactive exhibits, cutting-edge experiences, and innovative galleries. Find the newest exhibit here! What’s a maze? A twisting, turning puzzle full of surprises! Now, add fun and learning, and you’ve got Mazes & Brain Games—an interactive exhibit that will challenge your
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The Atlantic Canada Aviation Museum is Atlantic Canada’s only museum devoted to preserving all aspects of Atlantic Canada’s aviation heritage. Granted “Local Museum” status by the Nova Scotia Museum in 1989, it is owned and operated by local volunteers since its inception in 1977. Both civilian and military aviation history
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Peggy’s Cove is one of Nova Scotia’s premiere destinations. Its historic lighthouse, charming fishing village and remarkable landscape make for a breathtaking trip, just a short distance from Halifax. Peggy’s Cove: Address: 178 Peggy’s Point Road, Peggy’s Cove, N.S. Website: www.novascotia.com    

The Cole Harbour Rural Heritage Farm Museum is a community museum dedicated to preserving and interpreting Cole Harbour’s agricultural past, and to developing understanding of plants, animals and farming today.  It’s a great place to bring the kids for an afternoon play, with all kinds of interesting nooks and crannies
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The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia is the largest art museum in Atlantic Canada. The Gallery houses the Province’s art collection and offers a range of exhibitions and programming. As one of the premier arts institutions in Canada, the Gallery is responsible for acquiring, preserving, and exhibiting works of art
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A slice of Nova Scotia past, Fisherman’s Cove is both frozen in time and constantly evolving. This great historical spot brings together classic Nova Scotia architecture, shops and food along with fun for the family including ice cream stands, a great visitor’s center and a sweet loop along the boardwalk
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Learn about the experiences of immigrants as they arrived in Canada, and the vital role of immigration to Canada.  The Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 has two large galleries full of fascinating, interactive activities to help visitors understand the role of immigration as it shapes Canada’s identity. Canadian
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The Nova Scotia Sport Hall of Fame is an interactive, free, fun experience for people of all ages including a theatre, sports simulations and more. Nova Scotia Sport Hall of Fame: Address: 1800 Argyle St., Halifax, N.S. Website: nsshf.com