The Shubenacadie Canal Commission is completing important maintenance work at Lock 4 to help ensure visitors can continue to enjoy this historic site safely.
The work includes installing safety barriers between the lock and the river, along with temporarily removing the dock for inspection and maintenance. The dock will be unavailable during the work, which is expected to be completed by the end of the day on October 20.
We’ll provide an update if the schedule changes. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we complete these improvements to help keep Lock 4 safe and enjoyable for everyone.
A Site Rich in History
Have you visited Lock 4? Located along the Shubenacadie Canal waterway, this historic site offers visitors an opportunity to connect with Nova Scotia’s canal-building heritage.
In 1976, Lock 4 was designated as a protected site under provincial law in recognition of its historical and archaeological significance. It remains an important part of the Shubenacadie Canal’s story and a place where visitors can appreciate the engineering and ambition behind this historic waterway.
As we maintain and care for these special places, our goal is to preserve their heritage while ensuring they remain welcoming and safe for visitors to enjoy.
Thank you for helping us care for the Shubenacadie Canal!