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Nova Scotia’s Regional Differences

Nova Scotia may be Canada’s second smallest province but a lot of people misunderstand how diverse Nova Scotia’s regional differences really are. The famous ‘East Coast Lifestyle’ is not a uniform culture from one side of our little province to the other. Here are a few of the most notable regional differences in some popular […]

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Nova Scotia Roadside Stands

Visitors and new residents are often surprised and delighted to discover the proliferation of “honour system” Nova Scotia roadside stands or stalls that dot the rural roads of our province. From fruits and vegetables to jellies, salsas to honey or eggs (gotta love those backyard chickens), from seedlings or cut flowers to perennial bulbs, and […]

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Top 5 Annapolis Valley Garden Centres

The Annapolis Valley of Nova Scotia is known for its fertile farmland, scenic landscapes, and long growing season. For gardening enthusiasts, the area is a veritable paradise (and my favourite garden centre is literally in the community of Paradise). There are plenty of garden centres to choose from, but I wanted to share my top […]

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Community Fundraising Meals in Rural Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia is a province known for its strong sense of community, and one way we express this, especially in rural Nova Scotia, is through community fundraising meals. Community fundraising meals are events organized by community members and charitable organizations to raise money for a specific cause or organization. These meals are often held in […]

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Is Tap Water Safe in Nova Scotia?

Are you considering moving to Nova Scotia, and wondering, “Is tap water safe in Nova Scotia?” As a Realtor in rural Nova Scotia, this is a question I’m asked frequently. And the answer is – it depends! Here’s what you need to know about tap water in Nova Scotia. There are two ways water can […]

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Did you make the right move?

During Covid, Nova Scotia experienced a large migration of new residents into the province from other provinces. Many of our newcomers moved here without having lived on the east coast – some even moved here without having ever visited! At the peak of the pandemic some people from out of province were buying houses sight […]

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Frenchys Road Trip

Have you taken a Frenchys Road Trip yet? Any serious fan of the used clothing and household goods store has heard that the best locations are in the Valley, and have either done or dreamed of doing the Valley/South Shore loop. If you’re considering a Frenchys Road Trip, here’s what you need to know. Frenchys […]

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Nova Scotia’s Slower Pace of Life – What Does That Mean?

Are you thinking of moving to Nova Scotia for a slower pace of life? Learn what that means!

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Nova Scotia Farmers Markets

Many people move to Nova Scotia hoping for a slower pace of life. One of the things people often want to do is slow down and take the time to prepare fresh fruit, vegetables, and local meat. Shopping at local farmers’ markets where you can talk to and build relationships with the local vendors is […]

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Annapolis Valley U-Picks

One of the best things about living in Nova Scotia is the easy access to fresh, local, fruits and vegetables during the summer months. Sometimes though, buying your fresh fruit and veg from the many farm market stands or hundreds and hundreds of end-of-driveway market tables just isn’t enough. If you feel the urge to […]