Category Archives: A bit of Nova Scotia

Ray’s Legacy

Posted on July 25, 2026 by Katherine

The lobster fishing boat Ray’s Legacy in Westport, Brier Island

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Westport Harbour

Posted on July 24, 2026 by Katherine

From left to right, the fishing boats Grampy Roger, Expectations III, Ray’s Legacy, Chad & Sisters Two, and Roy’s Boy, in Westport, Brier Island.

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Rebecca Louise No. 1

Posted on July 24, 2026 by Katherine

The lobster fishing boat Rebecca Louise No. 1 in Westport, Brier Island

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Tykisha-J

Posted on July 24, 2026 by Katherine

The fishing boat Tykisha-J in Westport, Brier Island

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The uninhabited Peter Island marks the southern entrance to Sweetcake Cove on Brier Island, and Grand Passage between Brier Island and Long Island. It is famous for its octagonal red and white wooden lighthouse, built in 1909 and designated a … Continue reading →

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CCGS Westport

Posted on July 22, 2026 by Katherine

CCGS Westport is a Canadian Coast Guard search and rescue vessel homeported in Westport, Nova Scotia. CCGS Westport is one of ten Arun-class lifeboats operated by the Canadian Coast Guard. Westport is staffed by a crew of four.