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Chéticamp, Nova Scotia is a fishing community on the Cabot Trail on the west coast of Cape Breton Island Nova Scotia at the western entrance to Cape Breton Highlands National Park. At a distance of approximately 140km north of the Strait of Canso, it lies at the foot of the Cape Breton Highlands (part of the Appalachian Mountain Range) and hugs the coast of the Gulf of Saint Lawrence.
The downtown area overlooks a large bay, into which the Chéticamp River flows, that is protected from the Gulf of Saint Lawrence by Chéticamp Island. Having a number of public facilities it performs a service function for the northernmost part of Inverness County.
The population of approximately 4,000 is made up mostly of people of Acadian descent. This region has a natural beauty that will leave you in awe. In addition, you will find friendly people, delicious food, toe-tapping music as well as crafts unique to this corner of the world.
Most activities in the Cheticamp area are linked to either the Acadian culture, or the maritime setting.
The culture had its humble beginnings in the French countryside whence came their ancestors. Due to the fact that they were so isolated, those ancestors were careful to hold on to their culture, and to this day it is very much alive. Come listen to the unique French pronunciations, savour the succulent dishes, experience the Mi-Carême, sing and dance! Simply said, "Come on down and have fun!"
Source: Town of Chéticamp
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