Councillor Eldon MacDonald- District 5

06/19/2026

T-minus 20 days until our first Makin’ Waves presented by Sydney Credit Union show of the summer🙌

Who’s ready? 💬👇

06/19/2026

Electric Candy Chilled 🍦☀️
774 George St Sydney 📍
Weekend Hours Updated 🔥

Friday 5pm-9pm 🎉
Saturday 12pm-8pm 👀
Sunday 12pm-8pm 😎

06/19/2026

🍕 OFFICIAL FOOD CRAWL PASSPORT ALERT! 🍔

After a few technical difficulties today, the official Downtown Sydney Food Crawl Passport is finally here! 🎉

Planning on joining us tomorrow? Be sure to pick up a passport at any participating business (while quantities last) and get ready to taste your way through downtown.

HOW IT WORKS:
➡️ Pick up your passport at any participating business. You can start your self-guided crawl wherever you'd like!
➡️ Purchase the featured Food Crawl item from a participating business and cross that location off your passport.
➡️ Visit 3 or more businesses, then post a photo from your Food Crawl experience, tag , and use for a chance to win some great prizes!

PRO TIPS:
➡️ Food and drink items are available while supplies last and are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. If there's a spot you don't want to miss, make it one of your first stops!
➡️ Some businesses may be accepting cash only, so it's a good idea to have some on hand.
➡️ Here’s a list of participating businesses. Be sure to follow our social media channels for the latest updates, event information, and any day-of announcements.
➡️ For our vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free friends, we've done our best to indicate suitable options on the passport. If you have any allergies or food sensitivities, please speak directly with the participating business before ordering.
➡️ Streets will remain open to vehicle traffic during the event. Please use caution, watch for vehicles, and cross safely as you make your way between participating businesses.

Most importantly... HAVE FUN! 🎉🍴

06/19/2026

Tomorrow Saturday June 20th 12pm-3pm the 5th Annual Downtown Sydney Food Crawl is taking place.

Here is a list of busiesses participating.
Mian's Restaurant — Butter Chicken $7 (Cash & Card)
Doktor Luke's - a respectable coffee house — Salted Caramel Iced Latte $6 (Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-Free | Cash & Card)
Cafe By the Bay — Coffee and an Oat Cake $5 (Vegetarian | Cash & Card)
Heavenly Sweet Creations Cafe — Fresa Con Crema (Mexican Strawberries & Cream) $7 (Vegetarian, Gluten-Free | Cash & Card)
Selkie's Neighbourhood Diner — Hotdog Flower Bun $5 (Cash & Card)
Fired Creations — Street Corn Cup $6 (Vegetarian, Gluten-Free | Cash & Card)
Two Friends — Turmeric Latte (Hot or Iced) $7 (Vegetarian | Cash & Card)
The Crown Cafe & Bar — Crown Cinnamon Clouds $7 (Cash & Card)
Fushimi Sushi — Sunshine Roll $7 (Cash & Card)
Peking Restaurant — Dozen Fried Wonton $6 (Vegetarian, Vegan | Cash & Card)
Ethical India Inc. — Samosa $5 (Vegetarian, Vegan | Cash & Card)
The Leb Flower Restaurant — Fatayers $7 (Vegetarian, Vegan | Cash & Card)
The Brew and Bubble — Cotton Candy Cloud $7 (Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-Free | Cash & Card)
Subway — Snackwich and a Cookie $6 (Vegetarian option available | Cash & Card)
Ouroboros Cafe — Potato Tornado $6 (Vegetarian | Cash & Card)
Juice in a Box — Strawberry Banana or Mango Madness $7 (Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-Free | Cash & Card)
Cass's Kitchen Ltd. — Candy Bags $5.70 (Cash & Card)
The Old Triangle Irish Alehouse — Irish Sausage Rolls $7 (Cash & Card)
Cwtch — 2 Jalapeño Smash Slider Burgers $7 (Cash & Card)
The Ability Collective — Belonging Sundae $5 (Cash & Card)
Super Bun — Super Bun Mini Combo $7 (Cash & Card)
Beavertails – Secret Tail $7 (Cash & Card)
Louann’s Café – Cinnamon Rolls $4 ( Cash & Card)
Beavertails – Secret Tail $7 (Cash & Card)

SYDNEY PUBLIC MARKET
Super Bun – Super Bun Mini Combo $7 (Cash & Card)
Bungalow Beans — Iced S'mores Latte $7 (Cash & Card)
Summer's Kitchen — Chicken & Rice $7 (Cash Only)
Sugar Rush — Gourmet Summer Strawberry Marshmallows $5 (Cash & Card)
Nanaxhi — Traditional Churros $5 (Cash & Card)
Taste of Ukraine – Ukrainian Pasta Salad $7

THE WHALE HOUSE
Viet Yummy — Vietnamese Baguette (Bánh Mì) $7 (Cash & Card)
Kraken Pizza — Burrata Caprese Crostini $7 (Cash & Card)

06/19/2026

Catch some live music in Charlotte Street tonight. Luke Dyment, Shawn LeClair and Erin Ashleigh will be playing till 6.

06/18/2026

12 p.m. (second update) - More residents across Sydney may now be experiencing little to no water pressure as the water main break continues to affect the system.

At this time, there is no estimated restoration time available. Crews remain on-site working to resolve the issue.

City Hall is closed to the public for the remainder of the day due to the loss of water service in the building.

Some local businesses are also closing because of the water outage. Residents are encouraged to check for business closures before heading out.

Further updates will be provided as information becomes available.

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11a.m. (initial update) - There is a water main break at the intersection of Union St and Center St in Sydney. Crews are on-site and working to repair the issue.

If you live close to the area, you may temporarily be without water. Others across Sydney may notice lower pressure.

We’ll share updates as repairs progress. Thank you for your patience.

12:30 p.m. (third update)- The water main break has now been isolated.

Residents near Union St and Center St in Sydney may continue to experience no to low water pressure while crews work on repairs.

All other areas of Sydney should begin to see their water pressure restored.

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12 p.m. (second update) - More residents across Sydney may now be experiencing little to no water pressure as the water main break continues to affect the system.

At this time, there is no estimated restoration time available. Crews remain on-site working to resolve the issue.

City Hall is closed to the public for the remainder of the day due to the loss of water service in the building.

Some local businesses are also closing because of the water outage. Residents are encouraged to check for business closures before heading out.

Further updates will be provided as information becomes available.

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11a.m. (initial update) - There is a water main break at the intersection of Union St and Center St in Sydney. Crews are on-site and working to repair the issue.

If you live close to the area, you may temporarily be without water. Others across Sydney may notice lower pressure.

We’ll share updates as repairs progress. Thank you for your patience.

06/06/2026

Join us at Fired Creations for our very first Paint a Cake Slice Night!

06/06/2026

Have you heard the news? Transit is tap and pay and go. Starting June 15, a new way to ride is here!

Mobile phone users: Are you eligible for a discounted bus pass? Visit us in person at the following locations to show ID to get your discount code!

• Mayflower Mall (past the food court, by former entrance to The Bay) between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on June 8-12

• Cape Breton University (cafeteria), 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on June 8-12

If you are not a mobile phone user, but want a bus pass card, you can get one at the City Hall building at 320 Esplande. M-F 8:30-4:30.

06/06/2026

CAPE BRETON… A HISTORIC NEW EVENT IS ARRIVING

For the FIRST TIME EVER, Cape Breton will host a professionally sanctioned international PRO rodeo — bringing world-class competition, elite athletes, live music, and a one-of-a-kind event experience to one of Canada’s most iconic destinations.

CAPE BRETON PRO RODEO 🐂
September 24–27, 2026
Centre 200 | Sydney, Nova Scotia

Over four unforgettable days, Cape Breton will welcome an international event unlike anything the island has experienced before — combining premier rodeo competition, major-event energy, and an atmosphere built for fans, families, and visitors from near and far.

Experience:
🔥 Professional rodeo competition
🔥 International athletes and competitors
🔥 Bull riding, barrel racing & bronc riding action
🔥 Live Music Series – Thursday, Friday & Saturday Nights
🔥 Vendor Village
🔥 RV Camping
🔥 Family-friendly experiences
🔥 Tourism, hospitality & community celebration
🔥 A major destination event for Cape Breton

This is more than a rodeo — it’s a landmark event designed to showcase Cape Breton on a
bigger stage, drive tourism, create unforgettable memories, and bring thousands together for a first-of-its-kind experience.

A new chapter in major events begins here.

Cape Breton Pro Rodeo | Sept 24–27, 2026
Centre 200 | Sydney, NS
Get your tickets tomorrow at: https://am.ticketmaster.com/c200tickets/buy?id=Mjk=

Cape Breton… history is about to begin.

06/06/2026

Our Big Saturday Market is moving to the NSCC Sydney Waterfront Campus starting June 27th, and we're looking for vendors to join us!

Whether you sell food, handmade goods, art, or anything else that´s locally made, this is your chance to be part of a vibrant Saturday market right on the waterfront. 🌊

*Please note: only our Big Saturday Market is relocating. Our retail space remains at 222 Charlotte St.

Fill out the form below to apply!
https://forms.gle/wYYhvdebhAWHYVPz9