Public Notice: Trail and Waterway Closure – Lake Charles to Lake William

Highway 107 Twinning project - Burnside to Lake Loon

The Shubenacadie Canal Commission wishes to inform the public that the canal corridor and trail section between Lake Charles and Lake William are currently closed for safety reasons due to construction associated with the Highway 107 Twinning Project.

This work is being carried out by the Nova Scotia Department of Public Works.

Access through this section is not permitted for safety reasons. Redeveloped access is anticipated to reopen in Fall 2027.

Important Information for Visitors:

• The trail and waterway in this section are fully closed during construction

• Barricades and signage are in place to restrict access

• Please respect all closures and posted safety measures

 For the most up to date information please visit

Highway Construction Projects | novascotia.ca

It’s Giving Tuesday! Help History Flow Forward

Today’s the day! Giving Tuesday is a global celebration of generosity, and this year we’re inviting our community to help us reach our goal of $10,000 in support of the historic Shubenacadie Canal.

Your gift today—big or small—helps us protect, preserve, and share this remarkable waterway and its stories.

How You Can Make an Impact Today

• Make your Giving Tuesday donation (or a year-end gift by December 31)

• Share our campaign with friends, family, and neighbours to help spread the word

Your Generosity Supports:

• Preservation of historic canal features, including locks, embankments, and channels

• Maintenance of parklands, trails, and public access, keeping Shubie Park welcoming and safe

• Protection of the waterway’s legacy, ensuring future generations can explore and learn from this extraordinary place

Every contribution strengthens our ability to care for the Shubenacadie Canal—and every donor receives a charitable tax receipt.

Thank you for helping history flow forward.
Your support truly makes a difference.

👉 Make your Giving Tuesday gift by clicking “Donate” below.
https://www.shubenacadiecanal.ca/donate

No Winter Maintenance on SCC Sites

photo by Linn Atkinson

As we head into the winter months, we want to remind our visitors that none of the SCC sites along the waterway receive winter maintenance. Most SCC sites remain publicly accessible; however, they are not maintained from November 1 to April 30. The gate at Lock 5 will be closed on November 30, 2025.

Please be advised:

Winter Conditions: Because there is no winter maintenance (no snow removal, ice management, or debris clearing), surfaces may be icy, snow covered, and natural hazards such as fallen branches or trees may be present.

 Access at Your Own Risk: Visitors who choose to access SCC sites or trails during the winter season do so at their own risk. SCC assumes no liability for injuries sustained on unmaintained terrain.

Shubie Park Trail Information

Thanks to HRM Parks staff certain trails within Shubie Park will have designated winter maintenance. We encourage you to use these maintained trails for your winter recreation needs. You can find specific details on which trails are maintained by visiting the HRM Shubie Park Trails Winter Maintenance Map.

We look forward to welcoming you back when all sites officially reopen in Spring 2026 for you to explore once again!

Thank You for a Wonderful Season!

As the season comes to a close, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our amazing vendors — Wildwood Water Sports and Bao Journey Bakery — for making this summer one to remember!

From paddling adventures on the water to delicious treats along the trail, both vendors brought energy, flavour, and fun to Shubie Park. We’re so grateful to our visitors, paddlers, and park lovers who came out to enjoy all that the Shubenacadie Canal and our vendors have to offer.

As we wrap up for the year, thank you for helping make 2025 another fantastic season at Shubie Park.