Live Here
Happiness is a Place Called Home
Maybe it’s the fresh salt air, maybe it’s the friendly people – either way, we’re the best kept secret in Nova Scotia. Don’t tell anyone.
Quality of Life
It’s a slower, relaxed pace. You won't find traffic or parking metres here and our kids play and build castles in the sand. The Greater Sheet Harbour area is down-home friendly. Our communities offer residents an affordable cost of living and access to a wide variety of recreational amenities.
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Enjoy outdoor adventures year-round or get involved with many different groups & associations.
Life Near Water
Fish, kayak, sail, or power boat on the river, lake, and ocean. There are several boat launch options – we’ll even tell you where the bites are.
If kayaking and boating are your thing, we have 100 Wild Islands at our doorstep. Explore the windswept islands, hidden coves, and Instagram-friendly sunsets.
I have always had a passion for our little communities... friends and neighbours are always there to step up to the plate when one is in time if need... due to ill health, loss of a loved one or just having a bad day!
Ruby Gammon
Arts & Culture
Sculpture, pottery, scenic photography, jewellery, painting, stained glass, rug hooking and more.
Our talented artists and artisans creations are shaped by the Atlantic, and our rich maritime culture.
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Festivals & Events
There is something for everyone,
year-round.
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Seaside Festival - takes over the Village for 2-weeks in August
Canada Day Celebrations at the MacPhee House Information Centre and Museum
Christmas on Main Street
Close to the 5-mile Garage Sale
Everything You Need
Health care services at The Eastern Shore Memorial Hospital ranging from urgent care to specialized clinics
Regional primary and secondary education
Fitness Centre, Recreation Office & Programs
Public Library and RCMP station
Government offices, including the Ministry of Natural Resources
Fine restaurants and retail food service
Accommodations and amenities for tourists
Thriving mining, forestry, fishery, and manufacturing, trucking and distribution industries
Banks, gas stations, hardware stores, NSLC, variety stores and general merchandise
Close to Urban Centres
Sheet Harbour sits between two large rivers and fronts on the Atlantic Ocean. The Village has a scenic drive highway that goes through it on the way to Sherbrook and Cape Breton.
There are also 2 other highways ending in Sheet Harbour: Highway’s #224 & 374. These crossroads offer a short commute to many of the province’s population centres including:
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Halifax, Stellarton, Truro, New Glasgow and Antigonish – all within a 1 to 1.5 hours drive of downtown Sheet Harbour.
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Affordability
Our lower cost of living is led by affordable homes. Oceanfront or ocean view… either way, the Atlantic is near. See all real estate listings.
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The area’s municipal tax rates are among the lowest in the region.
Residential and Resource rate: $0.6405 /$100 of assessed value
Commercial rate: $2.5920 /$100 of assessed value
Services provided in this rate: Policing, solid waste, recreation programs, planning, libraries, sports fields, playgrounds, administration, fire suppression, street lighting, recreational and community facilities
Source: Halifax
A Growing Community
Whether it’s a new high school, retail shop, motel, or a new marina, there is a lot of development and growth happening in the greater Sheet Harbour area. With more amenities popping up all the time, this is the place to call home.
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