J. R. Diamond Genealogy
73 Queen Street B2Y1G6 Dartmouth, NS, Canada

Cape Breton Highlands National Park is known for its spectacular highlands and ocean scenery. The Cape Breton Highlands are the most striking feature of northern Cape Breton. Steep cliffs and deep river canyons carve into a forested plateau bordering the Atlantic Ocean. One third of the Cabot trail, a world-famous scenic highway, runs through the national park along the coasts and over the highlands. Established in 1936, the National Park covers 950 square kilometres, protecting about 20% of northern Cape Breton. It is one of the largest protected wilderness areas in Nova Scotia and is one of a system of national parks protecting outstanding Canadian landscapes. CANADASCOPE

The archipelago of the Îles de la Madeleine is located in the middle of the Gulf of St-Lawrence, or more precisely: 215 km from the Gaspé peninsula, 105 km from Prince Edward Island and 95 km from Cape Breton Island. The Island chain takes the shape of an extended fishhook stretching across a distance of 65 km in a south-west/ north-easterly direction, latitude close to that of La Malbaie (Charlevoix) and of La Tuque (Mauricie). Islanders live in the Atlantic Time Zone, one h...our ahead of mainland Québec. The archipelago comprises about a dozen islands, six of which are interconnected by long, thin, sand dunes. The names of the islands (from north to south) are: Île de la Grande Entrée and Grosse Île, Île aux Loups, Île du Havre aux Maisons, Île du Cap aux Meules, and Île du Havre Aubert. Two other islands are part of the archipelago as well: Entry Island, inhabited and located 10 km east of Havre Aubert; and Île Brion, an uninhabited island lying 16 km north of Grosse Île. Tourism is the second most important industry on the islands. Tourism is growing fast, attracting visitors looking for peace and quiet, in an unspoiled natural setting, with a chance to experience a unique culture and heritage. CANADASCOPE

The Peggy's Cove Coastal Region, encompassing the shores of the scenic St. Margaret's Bay, offers you a wide range of attractions and experiences that will help make your holiday a memorable one. Many of our area's assets are tucked away on side roads or in scenic coves and harbours, that are just waiting for you to find and explore. Let this website be your guide to many days of discovering our outdoor playground, just 30 minutes from downtown Halifax, Nova Scotia. Besides the stunning natural beauty of this area there are a whole host of exciting activities and experiences to savour. The region is noted for its hiking trails, kayaking adventures, whale watching, birding activities, and golf courses and our pristine beaches offer fun for the whole family.

The Highland Village Museum is an outdoor living history museum that tells the story of Gaelic settlement in Nova Scotia. We are located on a stunning 43-acre property overlooking the majestic Bras d’Or Lakes in Iona, Nova Scotia, the heart of central Cape Breton. Our 11 historic buildings are staffed by costumed animators who are passionate about sharing the Gaelic culture of our ancestors. We also host special events and programs throughout the year. Our vision is to be internationally acknowledged for advancing research, fostering appreciation, learning and sharing authentic Gaelic language and heritage while serving a vibrant Gaelic cultural community. Canadascope

Cape Breton Highlands National Park is known for its spectacular highlands and ocean scenery. Steep cliffs and deep river canyons carve into a forested plateau bordering the Atlantic Ocean. One third of the Cabot Trail, a world-famous scenic highway, runs through the national park along the coasts and over the highlands. Boasting 26 hiking trails, 6 magnificent beaches, 24 stunning viewpoints along the Cabot Trail, numerous waterfalls, 8 campgrounds, top-rated golf, special events and weekly activities during July and August, Cape Breton Highlands National Park is an ideal getaway for families, couples or solo adventurers.

Prince Edward Island is the perfect province to cycle. The Confederation Trail, which is Prince Edward Islands' leg of the Trans Canada Trail, runs tip-to-tip from Tignish to Elmira. Including branch lines there are 400 kilometers of excellent rolled stone dust surface for cycling. Frequent villages along the way offer cyclists a convenient selection of accommodations, food, and services. The Confederation Trail Cycling Guide will help you plan your cycling vacation on the Co...nfederation Trail. Included in the guide are accommodations which participate in the "Cyclists Welcome Program", which take the needs of cyclists into consideration and make their properties welcoming and easy for cyclists. Quiet rides in the country that provide frame after frame of breathtaking photographs, day-long tours that test skill and endurance, or bone-shaking terrain that will challenge both bike and rider. PEI is the destination of choice for die-hard and casual cyclists alike. CANADASCOPE

he Celtic Music Interpretive Centre is a one-of-a-kind facility located in the tiny village of Judique, Cape Breton Island. Our mandate is to collect, preserve and promote the traditional Celtic music of Cape Breton Island through Education, Research and Performance. The CMIC offers an in-depth look into the history, culture and music of Cape Breton Island and we are proud to have been designated the "Official Celtic Music Centre of Nova Scotia". Join us for some great tunes,... food and good times! We offer year-round Ceilidhs with live traditional music, educational workshops in fiddle, piano and dance, Gaelic language classes, The Buddy MacMaster School of Fiddling, a growing collection of archival materials and resource library, a recording studio, an interactive exhibit room, one-on-one music demonstrations with our in-house musicians, The "Ceilidh Pub" restaurant and bar, a gift shop and online store offering locally made products, music books, one of the largest collections of traditional music CD's and more. We look forward to your visit! CANADASCOPE

Cajun Motherland Tour Customized Tours of Canada's Maritime Provinces Flowerlined path up to the Evangaline Statue and Church in Grand Pre. Reconnect with your Cajun roots and explore the land of your ancestors.... As with all our trips, nothing is fixed, and we can customize our trips to suit each client's particular needs, requests and requirements.

VILLAGE HISTORIQUE ACADIEN ... NEW BRUNSWICK Set on the outskirts of modern society, in the northeast corner of New Brunswick, lies the Village Historique Acadien. Acadian ancient customs and traditions await your arrival, to transport you back to the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries. Delight your senses and enrich your mind as you discover the magic beheld by the rich Acadian culture. Indulge in the tastes of true Acadian foods and explore their day-to-day life, by partaking ...in educational games and learning about their famous architecture. Tour the Village with more than 40 buildings, most of which are recreated from their original structures. Observe the 75 bilingual interpreters who are dressed in period costume as they carry out their daily tasks, including spinning wool and flax, making bread, cooking meals and making barrels. Everyone has a story to tell in this authentic and bustling Acadian village. Come and add your footprint to our history. Join in the season-long celebrations and special events. Sample our history and take a little of our joie de vivre (joy of living) home with you! We .. Blue Diamond Tours .. will add a visit .. in our Cajun Motherland Tour .. just ask www.BlueDiamondTours.com

Ovens Natural Park is a privately owned 190 acre pristine reserve of coastal forest, located on the Atlantic coast of Nova Scotia, along the scenic Lighthouse Route. For hundred of years, people have been drawn to the incredible natural beauty, spiritual solace, diverse geography, and fascinating history that make The Ovens Natural Park unique. Every year, thousands of park visitors hike the spectacular trail along the cliffs to view the famous sea caves, or "Ovens" for which the park was named. There are several overlooks along the trail which offer excellent views of beautiful Lunenburg Harbour and the offshore islands. CANADASCPE

Lennox Island is home to a rich legacy of Mi'kmaq culture, preserved through oral tradition and archaeological evidence dating our presence here back 10,000 years. Mi'Kmaq traditional culture evolved over generations as a way of surviving extreme natural elements of the Mi'kmaq territories. Great wealth in knowledge grew with traditional knowledge helping families find food and understanding the value of medicinal plants and natural remedies. Forming cornerstones of Mi'kmaq culture, the use of these important medicines became inseparable from prayer and spirituality. CANADASCOPE