HELP NEEDED! Cooks. Apply within or Email Us

Come test your wits & win prizes! 3 Rounds – 12 general knowledge questions each round. Play solo, or form a team. Funniest team name gets showered with accolades. Hosted by your man – Ruarí Aonghas Lonce Murphy, every Thursday Night 8PM

Upcoming music at the pub:

June 20 - Jon Hines
June 27 - Brett Santacona
July 4 - Dara Smith MacDonald and Adam Young
July 11 - Kenneth MacKenzie
July 18 - Shelly Campbell and Allan Dewar

Upcoming summer shows at the pub! tickets available at thefrolic.ca

Wednesday July 1 - Maggie's Wake
Wednesday July 15 - Pretty Archie
Tuesday July 21 and Wednesday July 22 - The Town Heroes
Wednesday August 5 - The Turnbull Brothers
Wednesday August 12 - Dave Sampson
Wednesday August 19 - Folk’n Blues Song Circle hosted by Charlie A’Court
Wednesday August 26 - J.P. Cormier
Saturday November 7 - Hawksley Workman

Kitchen help needed. Apply within or Email Us

Now open 7 days/week! 4-9pm kitchen hours. Bar till late. Breakfast daily 8-10am

Open for Dine In service & Take Out Daily 4-9pm

Please call 1-844-733-4662 or visit thefrolic.ca to order anytime during open hours

NSLC Agency Store with Beer, wine, spirits and coolers. Everyday convenience items, confections, tobacco and lottery are also available. Phone number is (902) 725-2000
Sunday to Thursday 10am-6pm.
Friday & Saturday 10am-8pm.

Jill's Chocolates are available at the Little Dipper in Iona.
Online orders at www.jillschocolates.com can be picked up at the Dipper as well. Furthermore, there is free shipping on orders over $70 in Nova Scotia.

Showers, laundry and public washrooms are now open for the season!
Stay tuned for Wheelhouse Cafe opening date.

The Wheelhouse Cafe and Grand Narrows Waterfront are hiring for summer 2026!
We're looking for great people to join our team.
Whether you're interested in food service or an outdoor waterfront role, we have something for you!

🍽️ Server - $16.75/hr + tip pool
🍳 Cook/Kitchen Staff - $18.00/hr + tip pool
⚓ Waterfront & Marina Services Assistant (CSJ) - $16.75/hr, 35 hrs/week, 8 weeks
🎉 Community Programs & Events Assistant (CSJ) - $16.75/hr, 35 hrs/week, 8 weeks

No experience? No problem, we'll train the right people. If you're dependable, enthusiastic, and ready to spend your summer doing good work in one of Cape Breton's most beautiful spots, we'd love to hear from you.

Canada Summer Jobs applicants must be between 15 and 30 years of age. Students and non-students welcome!
Full job descriptions at Click Here
To apply, send your resume or inquiry to managergnwds@gmail.com.

As we look ahead to this year’s graduation, we are updating our scholarship and bursary list. If you have contributed in the past and haven’t yet been contacted, if you’ve ever considered establishing a scholarship or bursary or if you would simply like to learn more, we would be very happy to connect with you. We are committed to working with you to help you create something meaningful while finding the best possible recipient.

We truly appreciate the community that supports our students in so many ways. Please feel free to share this message with others who may be interested. Thank you for being a part of the Rankin community.

Contact the school at 902-725-2210 between 9am-3pm

We are still accepting refundable recyclables here at the school. If you are dropping off Monday-Friday between the hours of 8 - 3 please leave them in the two small wooden boxes beside the shed at the top of the bus loop. If you are dropping off on weekends or after school hours, you can drive down to the garage and place the bags or boxes in the new shed beside the garage. We would like everyone to know that we are very appreciative of any and all donations of refundables. Thanks for your continued support of our school.

Join us at the Legion in Iona every Monday night for BINGO.

6:30 - Doors Open
7:30 - Mini-Bingo
7:45 - Regular Games

Jackpot * Regular Jackpot * Toonie Game
All books and cards must be purchased prior to 7:45pm.
Cash only (ATM on site)
Players under 19yrs must be accompanied by an adult.

Have you been thinking about joining the Legion? Now is your opportunity.
2026 marks 100 years of The Royal Canadian Legion.
To celebrate: The Legion is offering free membership for the 2026 year.
All first-time members can join at no cost. And will be known as Centenary Members.

Join Grandona Legion Branch 124, at Legion.ca/Join-us.
You can also visit our branch and pick up an application form.
Membership is open to the general public, and individuals do not need to have served in the military to take part.

Note: Free membership does not apply to membership renewals or membership reinstatements for previous members.

Thursday Night Meat Draw, Games Night!
Every Thursday evening
Grandona Legion - Iona

Bar Snack for June 11:
Merrin will be in the kitchen this week making Italian Sausages with peppers and onions on a bun for $5!

Sorry, there will be no baked goods this week.

- Meat raffle tickets will be available for purchase
- Raffle draws at 6pm & 7pm with five chances to win each time
- Prizes available to win may include: Steak, Pork, Ground Beef, Ham & Fish
- Darts, cards and other games available to play between draws

Come check it out!
Bar opens at 5pm
Drop in for a game or hang out and socialize with a cold beverage.
19yrs and over

Monthly general meetings are finished until the fall
Executive meetings are scheduled during July and August.

Current Bar Hours:
Saturday - Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 5-8pm
Friday: 6-11pm

June 12th Chase the Ace Ticket Winner: Roy Matheson from Little Narrows!
Amount won: $1,856.00
Card Picked: Ace of Clubs

The next Chase the Ace draw will be: June 19th
Jackpot: $34,585.50(plus 30% weekly sales)
Cards in Deck: 8

Please note: Volunteers will be set up at the Little Dipper on Friday (June 19) from 10am - 5:30 selling Chase the Ace tickets. Tickets will also be on sale at the Legion this Friday starting at 7pm. Darby's is also an option for purchasing tickets during the week.

Chase the Ace Tickets will be on sale from 7:30-8:00pm every Friday at the Legion with draw shortly afterwards.
Tickets are $5 for one coloured ticket or $20 for a book of all four coloured tickets.
Ticket winner will win 20% of weekly sales plus a chance to draw the Ace of Spades to win the growing jackpot.
Participants must be 19yrs or older (bar will be open).
Complete details including "House Rules" can be found on the Legion Website (link above).

Tickets can be purchased during the week until 3pm Friday at:
- The Little Dipper Boutique (at the Iona Heights Inn)
- Darby's Old Church Kitchen

This lottery is in support of:
RCL124 Grandona, Grand Narrows Waterfront Dev. Society and Central Cape Breton Community Ventures Inc.
Thank you for your support!

Saturday, August 1
2PM - 6PM
Admission: $20 (tickets available at the gate). Children ages 12 and under are free.

As one of Cape Breton’s original Outdoor Scotch Concerts, Highland Village Day has welcomed generations of visitors and community members to gather, connect, and celebrate. In 2025, more than 1,500 people gathered on the hillside for an unforgettable afternoon of music, storytelling, and celebration.

Featuring 'Rankin MacInnis and the Broken Reeds', Gaelic singing, dance, fiddle, piano, bagpipes and more! Bring a lawn chair, gather your family and friends, and experience an afternoon of music, culture, and Cape Breton hospitality as we celebrate 65 years of Highland Village Day, one of Cape Breton's most beloved outdoor concerts.

Friday, July 17
11AM - 2PM
Regular admission applies

Following the 1758 Siege of Louisbourg, Donald Og MacNeil sailed aboard a British man-of-war patrolling the Bras d’Or Lake and carried news of the lake’s natural beauty and promise back to his native isle of Barra.

Join us for a céilidh in the schoolhouse as we share the legend of Donald Og. Our L’nu interpreters will also share their stories of the first encounters with the Gaels, along with the story of the Three Crosses.

Throughout the day, enjoy a variety of traditional demonstrations, including blacksmithing, candle making, barvas ware (clay pots), net making, spinning, and tastings of fishcakes and marag. Be sure to visit our carding mill and shingle mill, both in operation for the occasion!

Wednesday, July 1
10AM - 4:30PM
Free Admission

Join us for lively tunes and songs at our céilidh (11am to 3pm) in the School House. Enjoy a complimentary slice of cake and a cold glass of lemonade while taking in the beautiful views this country has to offer. Children are invited to complete a scavenger hunt and enter for a chance to win a Highland cow stuffie prize pack.

Sunday, June 21st
10AM - 4:30PM
Free Admission

Join us as we honour and celebrate the rich cultures and contributions of Indigenous Peoples, and the enduring friendship between the Gael and L’nu communities that has shaped our region for generations. All are welcome to take part in this meaningful day of reflection, learning, and connection. Fathers, grandfathers and father figures are invited to enter a draw to win a Cape Breton Beard Company prize pack valued at $150 (Highland Village cap and oatcakes included!).

Baile nan Gàidheal | Highland Village is now open for the season until October 17, 2026 from 10AM - 4:30PM daily. Please phone (902) 725-2272 for more information or visit http://highlandvillage.novascotia.ca/

The World Ocean Day Festival ticket draw winners are:

Sandra and Nat Sapach - Adirondack chair

Night at Hectors Point Vacation Rentals- Gerard Murphy

10lbs of crab- Sharon MacLean.

Thank you for your support- CCBCVI

Date: May 2nd, Saturday Time: 10-11am

Slow flow - 60 min guided class

Beginners friendly, hatha yoga combined with yin style (long hold restorative postures)

Date: May 7,14, 21, 28 (Thursdays) Time: 9-10am - Morning movement

60 min guided class. All levels, hatha Yoga.

Fee: Free

Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat if you wish.

Central Cape Breton Community Ventures Inc. is now accepting resumes for the following positions:

Marketing Co-ordinator - $16.75/hour, 35 hours per week for 8 weeks.

Marina Worker - $16.75/hour, 35 hours per week for 8 weeks.

Applicants must be between the ages of 15-30 inclusive. Students/non-students may apply. Resumes can be emailed to ccbcvi@gmail.com

Deadline for applications is May 15th, 2026.

Darts Friday At 7.30 Fun night bar open

St. Barra's Church Parish in Christmas Island is looking for a reliable person to help maintain the cemetery and chruch grounds.

Duties:
Mowing, trimming, general clean-up, and seasonal upkeep.

Requirements:
Independent, dependable, able to work outdoors, and respectful of cemetery grounds. Experience with lawn equipment is an asset. Safe practices around ride-on mowers and trimmers are essential.

Ages 15- 30 may apply.

Hours:
Job starts July 2, 2026 and is 35 hours per week for 8 weeks.

Pay:
$16.75 per hour

To Apply:
Apply with resume to Hugh MacKinnon at hlmackinnon2@gmail.com

THE SACRAMENT OF FIRST COMMUNION -- St. Columba Church, Iona.

For parents wishing to have their child (Grade 2 and up) receive the Sacrament of Holy Communion, please contact Josie by email at stcolumba.iona@ns.sympatico.ca or by phoning 902-725-2173. First Communion will be held in late May or early June. Thank you.

St Barra Parish will be hiring one individual for 8 weeks this summer starting on July 2.The position is open to anyone between 15 and 30 years of age. The person hired will be required to mow, trim and maintain the cemetery and church property in Christmas Island. Having some previous experience with the safe operation of mowers and trimmers would be an asset. The job pays $16.75 per hour for 35 hours a week. If you are interested, please forward your resume to Hugh MacKinnon at hlmackinnon2@gmail.com

ST. COLUMBA CHURCH

In an effort to keep our church sustainable to our parishioners for years to come we are looking ahead at work which should be done over the next few years. This beautiful building is one of the most photographic churches on the Island of Cape Breton. Inside or out many, many people are impressed with this work of art.

It has served our community well for years spiritually and for this to continue we must keep attention on the work to keep it in good repair.

Some of the work that may be anticipated over the next number of years may include:

(1) Work on replacing the copper on the steeple to prevent leaks which was temporarily repaired and seems to be holding for now.

(2) Three windows in the front above the doors should be replaced because they are wood and are over 30 plus years old.

(3) Brick work repair.

So in attempt to raise money for this we are asking for support to our Building Fund from parishioners and former parishioners or anyone who would love to see the St. Columba Church remain in the best possible condition for what it was built for - Weekly Mass, Funerals, Administration of the Sacraments, etc.

To make a donation e-transfers can be sent to stcolumba.iona@ns.sympatico.ca Make a note on your transfer that it is for church repairs and/or upkeep. We thanks you in advance for your support of these endeavours.

Visit our website parishesofcentralcapebreton.ca for pictures taken by Neila MacLellan of the interior and exterior of the church. We would like to thank Neila for allowing us to use her beautiful photos.

WINDOWS AT ST.COLUMBA CHURCH-The two wooden windows on the water side of the church will need to be replaced this year at an estimated cost of $2000 per window. As was done with the previous window replacement, any parishioner or friend of the parish who would like to donate a window in memory of a family member or friend can do so by contacting Gregory at 902-295-7843.Thank you for your consideration.

St. BARRA, the first church in Central Cape Breton, is the new salt giving fresh flavor to the manna from heaven, the Word of God. At 10:00 AM every Sunday morning the Word of God, transcribed in the Bible, is read and explained for us today which brings the the past to life in our times. The Lord God says: I am the Alpha and the Omega, the one who is and who was and who is yet to come, the Almighty. ( Rv.1: 8 ) Everyone is welcome to come hear the words of God explained, for us today. When : Sundays at 10:00 AM at St. Barra's Church in Christmas Island.

Bulletins, news and reflections for our family of parishes can be found on our website: www.parishesofcentralcapebreton.ca

We're looking for a Building Maintenance Worker to help keep our fire hall and grounds in good shape — an 8-week Canada Summer Jobs position, Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week at $16.75/hour. This is a great opportunity to build practical skills while supporting your local community. Applicants must be between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive), hold a valid SIN, and be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person granted refugee status in Canada. Deadline to apply: May 31, 2026. For more information or to apply, contact Michael at christmasislandfiredept@gmail.com or (902) 209-8320.

The regular meeting of the Boisdale Volunteer Fire Dept. will be held the first Monday of the month at 7pm.All Welcome

In the event of a prolonged power outage EMO will request we open the St. Columba Church Centre as a warming centre for anyone requiring assistance. If you require assistance before the warming centre is open you can call 1.) EMO Coordinator Lyle Donovan 1 (902) 578-1994 2.) Colin MacNeil 1 (902) 371-0598 3.) Gregory MacNeil (902) 295-7843 or any Fire Department Member. Iona Volunteer Fire Department

The St.Barra Preservation & Development Society would like to announce their new Christmas Island Monthly Draw!! Details: Monthly prize = > $500 Tickets => $10 ea (limit 100/month) Draws => 2nd Sunday of each month To purchase or sell tickets, please contact: Anna Burke Email: annaburke1@yahoo.ca Text: 902 622-6007 Betty MacKenzie Email: mcknzbetty@aol.com Text: 902 537-1759 100% of proceeds go towards St. Barra Church (Christmas Island) building maintenance. Thank you, your generosity and support are greatly appreciated!