August Member of the Month - Salty Dog Tours
Salty Dog Sea Tours offers an extraordinary coastal adventure that truly captures the magic of Nova Scotia’s maritime heritage. Specializing in guided boat tours around Oak Island and the greater Mahone Bay area, they provide guests with an immersive journey where stunning seascapes meet captivating local history.
One delighted guest shared, “What a wonderful time! Our guide was Jade, and we couldn’t have asked for a better person to take us around the island.” Another reviewer raved, “Our tour was pure perfection. The boat was roomy, comfortable, and the crew’s expertise and friendly attitude made it an unforgettable experience.” And for fans of local legends, one 5‑star review summed it up perfectly: “If you love Oak Island and its mysteries, book Salty Dog Sea Tours—you won't regret it!”
Led by experienced professionals like Captain Tony Sampson and a crew dedicated to sharing their wealth of local knowledge, Salty Dog Sea Tours ensures that every outing is not only safe and comfortable but also enriched with fascinating stories and insights. Their tours run daily and accommodate a variety of group sizes—including private charters—so every guest feels like a part of the adventure.
Thank you, Salty Dog Sea Tours, for bringing the spirit of Nova Scotia’s coast to life and for offering experiences that leave lasting memories. We’re proud to have you as a valued member of our community and look forward to many more adventures together.
Visit them at saltydogtours.com.
Mahone Bay Centre Book Sale
Join us at our annual fundraising book sale. This highly curated book sale is a must see for book lovers especially if they are looking for a deal.
Four Points Vintage Market Field Market
Mahone Bay Centre Book Sale
Join us at our annual fundraiser - our giant book sale. This curated book sale is a must visit for everyone who loves to read and are looking for a good deal. All proceeds support the Mahone Bay Centre
Shore Cycle & Marine
Shore Cycle & Marine will be holding a Customer Appreciation Day filled with fun! Door prize giveaways, BBQ, Popcorn, Treasure Hunt, Games, Face painting, Tattoos, Music.
To top it off we'll have a Suzuki Ride Afternoon from 1pm - 4pm. Riders must have a valid motorcycle license for more than 1 year and have DOT approved riding gear. Please call 902-627-2706 Ext 228 for information regarding pre-registration or motorcycle lineup.
Mahone Bay Mermaid Day
Lighthouse Market presents our 3rd annual Mahone Bay Mermaid Day, 617 Main Street from 12pm-3pm. Live mermaids, Free face painting and balloon animals!
It has been another action-packed week with my colleagues on the Council and Town Hall Staff.
We ended last week with a Municipal Joint Services Board meeting and a regular Council meeting on Thursday. By the end of summer, a new MJSB website will be available to keep constituents informed about all aspects of MJSB, which encompasses more than just garbage collection.
On Monday, our Communications Committee met with the new Project Communications Specialist, on her first day, and representatives from the Mahone Bay Tourism and Chamber of Commerce to discuss optimizing communications.
We also had our regular Policy and Strategy meeting in the afternoon, allowing everyone to get home to vote or watch the election results roll in. Most of the time was spent on the in-depth work that the Climate and Environment Committee has been undertaking regarding the addition of a fifth pillar, primarily around environmental resilience, to our Strategic Plan.
Next week we have the Public Hearing on rezoning the Hawthorn Hill neighbourhood on Tuesday at 630 pm at the Fire Hall Community Room. On May 9th, we kick off budget planning. It has been delayed later than planned, but this is for good reason. The staff, province, and auditors are all working hard to bring us up to date as quickly as possible.
The NSFM 2025 Spring Conference, hosted by the Nova Scotia Federation of Municipalities, will take place from April 30 to May 2, 2025. Our Mayor and CAO will be participating.
As always, please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns, and we will address them as soon as possible. This process may take longer than you might expect, given the number of stakeholders and procedures that must be followed.
Mahone Bay Celebrates Its Volunteers: Nominate a 2025 Representative Volunteer
Mahone Bay is fortunate to have so many amazing volunteers who help make our town the special place it is. Their dedication and selfless service enrich our community, contributing to a warm, vibrant, and supportive environment.
If you know someone whose outstanding volunteerism has made a real difference in Mahone Bay, consider nominating them as the Town of Mahone Bay 2025 Representative Volunteer. This honor recognizes individuals who exemplify the spirit of community through their contributions and commitment.
To submit a nomination, please contact Town Hall or visit townofmahonebay.ca/administration for a nomination form. All nominations must be received by Thursday, April 17th at 12 noon.
Let’s celebrate our community heroes—nominate your favorite volunteer today and help shine a light on the individuals who make Mahone Bay so remarkable.