Canso, NS B0H 1H0
Explore a windswept Atlantic archipelago with a visitor center and archaeological site on Grassy Island. Learn about 17th-18th century fish and fur trades, Mi'kmaq heritage, and life in this remote fishing outpost through engaging displays and co-managed cultural landscapes.
🕐 Jul 01-Sep 01: 10:00-18:00
Updated · Mis à jour — Jun 18, 2026
Supported by Ottawa Tourism and the Ottawa Museum Network · Soutenu par Tourisme Ottawa et le Réseau des musées d'Ottawa
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