Join us for our annual beach cleanup and bbq.
Sunday, May 31 from 10:30-1pm
Great chance to hear about what's happening at the Grand Narrows Waterfront this summer!
New faces are always welcome!

Showers, laundry and public washrooms are now open for the season!
Stay tuned for Wheelhouse Cafe opening date.

The Wheelhouse Cafe and Grand Narrows Waterfront are hiring for summer 2026!
We're looking for great people to join our team.
Whether you're interested in food service or an outdoor waterfront role, we have something for you!

🍽️ Server - $16.75/hr + tip pool
🍳 Cook/Kitchen Staff - $18.00/hr + tip pool
⚓ Waterfront & Marina Services Assistant (CSJ) - $16.75/hr, 35 hrs/week, 8 weeks
🎉 Community Programs & Events Assistant (CSJ) - $16.75/hr, 35 hrs/week, 8 weeks

No experience? No problem, we'll train the right people. If you're dependable, enthusiastic, and ready to spend your summer doing good work in one of Cape Breton's most beautiful spots, we'd love to hear from you.

Canada Summer Jobs applicants must be between 15 and 30 years of age. Students and non-students welcome!
Full job descriptions at Click Here
To apply, send your resume or inquiry to managergnwds@gmail.com.

As we look ahead to this year’s graduation, we are updating our scholarship and bursary list. If you have contributed in the past and haven’t yet been contacted, if you’ve ever considered establishing a scholarship or bursary or if you would simply like to learn more, we would be very happy to connect with you. We are committed to working with you to help you create something meaningful while finding the best possible recipient. We truly appreciate the community that supports our students in so many ways. Please feel free to share this message with others who may be interested. Thank you for being a part of the Rankin community. Contact the school at 902-725-2210 between 9am-3pm

World Ocean's Day Supper - Friday, June 5th
Dinner: $22.50 (HST Incl'd)
Serving time: 6pm

Menu:
Grilled Haddock with Mashed Potatoes & Assorted Vegetables
Includes: Dinner roll, Coffee and Tea!
Desserts available for $5

- Bar Opens at 5:30pm
- Live Music from 7-9pm
- Chase the Ace at 8pm

For reservations please email:
fridaysupper@RCL124grandona.ca
Please leave your name and state how many meals you are requesting

Cash only at the door (ATM on-site).

Join us at the Legion in Iona every Monday night for BINGO.

6:30 - Doors Open
7:30 - Mini-Bingo
7:45 - Regular Games

Jackpot * Regular Jackpot * Toonie Game
All books and cards must be purchased prior to 7:45pm.
Cash only (ATM on site)
Players under 19yrs must be accompanied by an adult.

Our weekly Wednesday Legion work parties start back on March 25th at 10am.
These work parties are a good opportunity to tackle small chores and solve world problems .
Anyone willing to help is welcome to join us.

Have you been thinking about joining the Legion? Now is your opportunity.
2026 marks 100 years of The Royal Canadian Legion.
To celebrate: The Legion is offering free membership for the 2026 year.
All first-time members can join at no cost. And will be known as Centenary Members.

Join Grandona Legion Branch 124, at Legion.ca/Join-us.
You can also visit our branch and pick up an application form.
Membership is open to the general public, and individuals do not need to have served in the military to take part.

Note: Free membership does not apply to membership renewals or membership reinstatements for previous members.

Thursday Night Meat Draw, Games Night!
Every Thursday evening
Grandona Legion - Iona

Kitchen Snack for May 21:
Dianne will be making Pizza (pepperoni, mushrooms & green peppers) - $5
A delicious selection of baked goods will be available this week to eat in or take home.

- Meat raffle tickets will be available for purchase
- Raffle draws at 6pm & 7pm with five chances to win each time
- Prizes available to win may include: Steak, Pork, Ground Beef, Ham & Fish
- Darts, cards and other games available to play between draws

Come check it out!
Bar opens at 5pm
Drop in for a game or hang out and socialize with a cold beverage.
19yrs and over

Monthly general meetings are scheduled for the first Wed. of each month.
All members are welcome to attend.
The next meeting date: Wed., June 3 at 7:30pm.

Current Bar Hours:
Saturday - Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 5-8pm
Friday: 6-11pm

May 15th Chase the Ace Ticket Winner: Sharlene MacLean From Estmere!
Amount won: $1,157
Card Picked: Eight of Diamonds

The next Chase the Ace draw will be: May 22nd
Jackpot: $25,203.00 (plus 30% weekly sales)
Cards in Deck: 12

Chase the Ace Tickets will be on sale from 7:30-8:00pm every Friday at the Legion with draw shortly afterwards.
Tickets are $5 for one coloured ticket or $20 for a book of all four coloured tickets.
Ticket winner will win 20% of weekly sales plus a chance to draw the Ace of Spades to win the growing jackpot.
Participants must be 19yrs or older (bar will be open).
Complete details including "House Rules" can be found on the Legion Website (link above).

Tickets can be purchased during the week until 3pm Friday at:
- The Little Dipper Boutique (at the Iona Heights Inn)
- Darby's Old Church Kitchen

This lottery is in support of:
RCL124 Grandona, Grand Narrows Waterfront Dev. Society and Central Cape Breton Community Ventures Inc.
Thank you for your support!

Visitor Centre Assistant - 2 positions (CSJ)
35 hours/week (8 weeks), $17.00/hour
Applicants must be 15 - 30 years of age.
Application deadline: May 25, 2026
For more information, please visit: http://highlandvillage.novascotia.ca/visitor-centre-assistant

Gaelic Cultural Animator - 2 positions (CSJ)
35 hours/week (8 weeks), $17.00/hour
Applicants must be 15 - 30 years of age.
Application deadline: May 25, 2026
For more information, please visit: http://highlandvillage.novascotia.ca/gaelic-cultural-animator

Baile nan Gàidheal | Highland Village will reopen to the public on June 1, 2026. Our administration office is open from 9AM-5PM, Monday - Friday by appointment. Please phone (902) 725-2272.

We are Celebrating: The 10th Àros na Mara World Oceans Day Festival will run from May 31st to June 8th. We are excited to announce we will be celebrating Oceans Week Canada, World Oceans Day and International Trails Day.

The theme for this year's festival is: “Healthy Oceans, Healthy Planet”.

We will be celebrating World Oceans Day on Sunday, June 7th from 12- 4 at the Port of Iona, Àros na Mara Discovery Centre and St. Columba Parish Centre. There will be displays, presentations, children's activities, food and music providing something for all ages to enjoy.

Further updates to follow and please check – www.arosnamara.ca also check us out on Facebook and Instagram

Date: May 2nd, Saturday Time: 10-11am

Slow flow - 60 min guided class

Beginners friendly, hatha yoga combined with yin style (long hold restorative postures)

Date: May 7,14, 21, 28 (Thursdays) Time: 9-10am - Morning movement

60 min guided class. All levels, hatha Yoga.

Fee: Free

Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat if you wish.

Central Cape Breton Community Ventures Inc. is now accepting resumes for the following positions:

Marketing Co-ordinator - $16.75/hour, 35 hours per week for 8 weeks.

Marina Worker - $16.75/hour, 35 hours per week for 8 weeks.

Applicants must be between the ages of 15-30 inclusive. Students/non-students may apply. Resumes can be emailed to ccbcvi@gmail.com

Deadline for applications is May 15th, 2026.

CANCELLED for April 25th. Yoga is continuing on Saturday mornings April 11 to May 1st , 10 am to 11 am

Beginner class, slow movement, guided class.

March 14, 21, 28 and April 3 (Weather permitting)

Are you seeking an alternative to stressful interactions? You're invited to participate in chair yoga with Kristina at the Parish Hall in Iona. This event starts at 10am and is complimentary. Please remember to wear comfortable attire and bring a water bottle.

Guided by Kristina Rose 902-302-0444 or email kristinarose444@hotmail.com

There will be a variety of fruit and veggies available for purchase at the St. Columba Parish Hall, Iona.

When: Thursday, April 9

Time: 2-4pm

Price: $1 per pound

For: Central Cape Breton Residents

Bring your own bags

Check: social media and www.centralcapebreton.com for change in dates

Sponsored by: Central Cape Breton Community Ventures and Square Roots

Comunn Féis an Eilein invites you to our AGM on Wednesday, May 6th, 2026, at the Christmas Island firehall, 7pm Thig uile (come all) and see how you can be a part of our continued growth and success. Memberships are $5 per person and $10 per family.

Darts Friday At 7.30 Fun night bar open

We're looking for a Building Maintenance Worker to help keep our fire hall and grounds in good shape — an 8-week Canada Summer Jobs position, Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week at $16.75/hour.

This is a great opportunity to build practical skills while supporting your local community.

Applicants must be between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive), hold a valid SIN, and be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person granted refugee status in Canada.
Deadline to apply: May 31, 2026.

For more information or to apply, contact Michael at christmasislandfiredept@gmail.com or (902) 209-8320.

The regular meeting of the Boisdale Volunteer Fire Dept. will be held the first Monday of the month at 7pm.All Welcome

In the event of a prolonged power outage EMO will request we open the St. Columba Church Centre as a warming centre for anyone requiring assistance. If you require assistance before the warming centre is open you can call 1.) EMO Coordinator Lyle Donovan 1 (902) 578-1994 2.) Colin MacNeil 1 (902) 371-0598 3.) Gregory MacNeil (902) 295-7843 or any Fire Department Member. Iona Volunteer Fire Department

We're looking for a Building Maintenance Worker to help keep our fire hall and grounds in good shape — an 8-week Canada Summer Jobs position, Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week at $16.75/hour.

This is a great opportunity to build practical skills while supporting your local community.

Applicants must be between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive), hold a valid SIN, and be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person granted refugee status in Canada.
Deadline to apply: May 31, 2026.

For more information or to apply, contact Michael at christmasislandfiredept@gmail.com or (902) 209-8320.

The St.Barra Preservation & Development Society would like to announce their new Christmas Island Monthly Draw!! Details: Monthly prize = > $500 Tickets => $10 ea (limit 100/month) Draws => 2nd Sunday of each month To purchase or sell tickets, please contact: Anna Burke Email: annaburke1@yahoo.ca Text: 902 622-6007 Betty MacKenzie Email: mcknzbetty@aol.com Text: 902 537-1759 100% of proceeds go towards St. Barra Church (Christmas Island) building maintenance. Thank you, your generosity and support are greatly appreciated!