r/CapeBreton

Here's a question for you!

Is the CBRM (Cape Breton Regional Municipality) the corruption capitol of Nova Scotia? Meaning- that corruption is accepted by the citizenship of the municipality?

I have an iPhone 14 where the touch screen isn’t working and have zero clue as to where to begin to get it fixed?

I’ve tried the hard reset and it still won’t work. It’s stuck in the lock screen so I can’t even access the phone.

Anyone know where to get this looked at?

I’ll be in NS at the end of this week/the beginning of next and am deciding what to do. Can anyone confirm if the leaves are out in the highlands yet? I’m guessing they are not but would like confirmation. Thank you in advance!

Does anyone know why there was a helicopter flying low over the Cheticamp campground and surrounding area around ~2am-4am this morning?

Wondering if there could've been a development in the missing hiker case as it seemed like it could be searching the area.

I had asked this sub if anyone had experience using Shuttle24 last week. I got one answer advising me not to go, but they never gave any detail and I tried to get in touch with them to no avail.

Overall, I would not recommend this service for several reasons.

1. Safety. My driver was wearing flip flops. These are not safe shoes to drive in, especially when you are at the wheel for 5 hours. The driver was CONSTANTLY looking at his phone and speeding. I was in the very back of the van and couldn’t see the exact speed but it was obvious we were going extremely fast. The scariest part was that my driver could barely keep his eyes open for the last hour. He was blinking slowly, eyes half closed.

2. Cleanliness. The car was FILTHY. Stains, cups, smells. The driver only came to the back to grab the garbage after picking me up.

3. Communication. When I booked, my driver was meant to pick me up between 3 and 4pm. He called me at 11:45am telling me he would get me in 10 minutes because someone was waiting at the airport. Is it that hard to coordinate ahead of time?

I was pretty appalled by the service and the fact that this company is licensed by the province. Their practices concern me.

I’m coming from out of province and planning to visit Cape Breton in June. I’m hoping to buy a property and am currently looking at places around Inverness and Richmond County. I’m looking for a realtor (or realtors) local to these areas who are comfortable working with clients from away.

Ideally, someone who can accommodate video tours or other remote options to help me get a feel for listings before I visit. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated!

You'll find more people going 30 over and swerving around traffic at 2pm on a Tuesday in the CBRM than you'll find on the MacDonald bridge at rush hour.

Can't go anywhere without being cut off by somebody pulling out and if you honk then you get the dirty look?

Just checking to make sure it's not just me going crazy seeing a near miss every time I drive somewhere.

Edit: Apparently, we found those drivers.

Spending almost a week enjoying everything along the Cabot Trail. Do I need to bring cash, or do all the shops, restaurants, attractions accept credit cards? Also would like to know the best radio stations for music and what’s the public radio station (like NPR in the US or BBC in UK)?

Any recommended stops for sights and/or food just off the trans Canada between Halifax and Baddeck? I have things planned for the rest of our trip after reaching Baddeck but could use some help with ideas for breaking up this drive.

Anyone know a good insurance broker/company for car insurance?

Been checking quotes everywhere and the rates are honestly getting insane. Tired of calling different places and getting completely different numbers every time 😭

If anyone has a broker or company they had a good experience with and got decent rates from, I have a good record, let me know.

Is there any local tournaments or meet ups here in cb, I know soulvaria has had some tournaments but I don't see them doing it too often anymore. Any other locals going on anywhere?

First time home buyers in the Sydney/Glace Bay Area. We are pre approved and have been working with a realtor.
There has been lack of communication and lack of response when I reach out to the realtor. We haven’t seen any showings, there has been a huge lack of communication on updates or available listings. I have communicated our drive to buy and get settled in a home ASAP as we are expecting a baby. Our current realtor does not seem to have the same motivation behind them as we do.
Does anyone have a recommendation for a realtor that shows strong communication, a desire to show listings and works well with first time home buyers?
Thank you.

We (Family of 4 with 2 kids (8 & 5)) are traveling to Cape Breton second week of July. 6th to 11th. Visiting family on the north side.

Looking for recommendations on places to stay. Acknowledging we are close in regards to timing.

Ideally would have a separate bedroom. And at least 2 beds that are not pull outs. Would love a kitchenette but not a requirement.

Open to bed and breakfasts, hotels and air bnbs.

We will be spending our days visiting family and visiting outdoor sites.

Thanks in advance.

Hello neighbours. The Sydney Venom girls' softball league is looking for players and coaches this season. Current numbers are low, and we want to make sure we have enough teams to run the rec league again this year.

Softball is a great way for pre-teen and teen girls to get involved in team sports. Whether you are a softball veteran or don't even know the rules, we would love to have you! Our league is a fun, inclusive atmosphere for girls of all skill levels.

Registration is open until May 22nd. You can find the registration forms and other information on the Sydney Venom Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/279648342969541/

Please spread the word!