Cove, Nova Scotia: A Historic Fishing Community on the Eastern Shore
- Largest community on the Eastern Shore of Nova Scotia within the Halifax Regional Municipality.
- Population ~1,500.
- Home to the Cove Cliffs, rugged sandstone cliffs overlooking the Atlantic—a popular tourist attraction.
- Known for fishing, boating, and swimming.
- First settled in early 1700s by French Acadians.
- Acadians expelled by the British in 1755; re-settled by New England Planters.
- Long history of shipbuilding and fishing; major shipbuilding center in the 19th century.
- Fish processing plant closed in 1989; a few small fishing boats remain.
- Popular tourist destination with shops, restaurants, galleries, festivals, and events.
- Described as a beautiful, historic community great for living, working, and raising a family.
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