Councillor Eldon MacDonald- District 5

08/29/2026

Come out and witness a proud Cape Breton tradition!

On Saturday, August 29, the Cape Breton Highlanders Association will exercise the Freedom of the City of the CBRM with a parade through downtown Sydney.

The Regiment will step off at approximately 10:45 a.m. from the corner of Pitt and George Streets, marching along Pitt Street, Charlotte Street, Falmouth Street and the Esplanade to City Hall. A ceremony will take place at City Hall before the Regiment marches back to the Victoria Park Armouries.

The Freedom of the City is one of the highest civic honours a municipality can bestow upon a military unit. It gives the Cape Breton Highlanders the privilege of marching through the streets with drums beating, colours flying and bayonets fixed. The Regiment was originally granted the Freedom of the City in 1996.

Streets will remain open during the parade, with a police es**rt accompanying the Regiment and military pipes and drums providing music along the route.

08/29/2026

We are excited to announce that the 2027 Eastern Canadian Ringette Championships will be hosted in Sydney, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, from April 15-18, 2027!

This marks an exciting milestone for ringette, as it will be the first time the Championships are held in Sydney. Importantly, hosting the Championships in Sydney will help bring one of ringette’s premier events directly to athletes and families in Cape Breton, creating new opportunities to inspire local players, showcase the sport, and strengthen the growth of ringette in the region.

We are so excited to host this incredible Championship in 2027!

08/26/2026

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08/20/2026

Save the date for the Big Fiddle Family Festival at the Port of Sydney!

🗓 September 24, 2026
📍 Port of Sydney

We're not sharing all the fun details just yet, but you may want to prepare for food trucks, bouncy tents, face painting, reptiles, kid's games and so much more fun for the whole family.

With two cruise ships visiting Sydney that day, we’re inviting the community to gather, celebrate and watch as the ships set sail out of our harbour.

Stay tuned. More details are coming soon!

Are you a interested in being part of the festival? Click below to let us know if you're interest in participating.

Vendor Expression of Interest: https://bit.ly/Big-Fiddle-Family-Festival

08/20/2026

Victoria MacDougall takes the stage for today's Dockside Session.

Join us at the Big Fiddle on Thursday, August 20 at noon as Victoria MacDougall takes the stage for our next Dockside Session.

Enjoy a FREEperformance featuring one of Cape Breton’s talented local musicians. While you’re here, explore the shops at the Fiddle, grab a bite to eat and take a stroll along the boardwalk.

08/15/2026

Downtown Sydney Street Featival is taking place till 3pm today.

08/15/2026

TODAY’S THE DAY! 🎉

Downtown Sydney is ready to celebrate at our Summer Street Festival!

Join us today from 11 AM–3 PM on Charlotte Street for an afternoon of summer fun! Check out our Vendor Village, enjoy live music, and bring the little ones along for kids’ activities.

Some of our Downtown Sydney Businesses have are getting in on the fun:
Pizza Pizza - Pizza slice: $6.00 / Combo (pizza slice and a can of pop): $7.00
Ourobors - Matcha drinks, lattes and sweet treats
Ethical India - Samosa and vada pav

Vendor Village:
Mary k
Nailing It With Genn (Color Street)
Reserve Mines Aesthetics
Scentsy
Glenbourne Inc
Island Skateboard Association
Dylan’s Custom Creations
Hot Dogs
Henna Mehndi Designs
Cyanide Crochet
Saje
Sunniedreams
Unique Pinecone Flowers by Donna
Lebanese Flower

We can’t wait to see you on Charlotte Street! ☀️

08/14/2026

New job postings for:

_Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
_ Cleaner - Buildings

New job postings for:
- Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
- Cleaner - Buildings

Learn more and apply at cbrm.ns.ca/jobs

Please note that applications are not accepted through Facebook.

08/14/2026

Downtown Sydney Summer Street Festival is taking place Saturday, August 15, 11-3pm.