Federal government announces $3 million for Cape Breton coastal trail

The Cape Breton highlands are pictured here. (Photo: novascotia.com)

The Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) announced $3 million in federal funding to the Municipality of the County of Inverness in Cape Breton to design and build a coastal hiking trail. The funding is provided through ACOA’s Innovative Communities Fund (ICF).

The Jajiktek Seawall Hiking Trail will be a 50-kilometre coastal trail in Cape Breton’s Northern Highlands. It will include overnight huts at three sites along the trail.

“Whether it is families exploring the outdoors or visitors discovering the Highlands for the first time, this trail will create lasting memories and new reasons to return to our region time and time again,” said Cape Breton-Canso MP Mike Kelloway.

The trail will offer multi-day hikes, guided tours and expand seasonal possibilities like skiing and snowshoeing, said the announcement.

“I know that the province’s natural beauty is something special, and the Jajiktek Seawall Hiking Trail will give people even more ways to experience northern Cape Breton’s stunning landscapes,” said Minister Anita Anand. “It’s not just about the views—it’s about creating jobs, supporting local businesses, and making our communities stronger.”

The Jajiktek Seawall Hiking Trail will be located in the Polletts Cove-Aspy Fault Wilderness Area, north of the Cabot Trail.

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