Cliffs of Fundy Geopark

10/08/2026

What an incredible day to showcase Geodiversity on our Doorstep. Happy International Geodiversity Day everyone!

10/08/2026

Every 6 hours, 100 billion tonnes of water flow through the Bay of Fundy, carving through 300 million years of Earth history. 🌊

Geodiversity isn’t just about ancient basalt and fossil cliffs—it’s the living foundation of everything here. It shapes the tides, sustains local ecosystems, and connects us to thousands of years of Mi’kmaw stewardship across this land.

Take a quick look at how the landscape, science, and community come together across the Cliffs of Fundy UNESCO Global Geopark. 🪨

Where is your favorite place to experience the tides in the Geopark? Let us know in the comments!

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10/06/2026

Happy International Geodiversity Day! This year's global theme is "Geodiversity on our Doorstep"—and here along the Minas Basin, we are fortunate to step outside right into millions of years of Earth history.

From the dramatic basalt cliffs of Cape d'Or to the red sandstone of Five Islands and the fossil-bearing strata along the Parrsboro shore, our Geopark "doorstep" holds stories of supercontinents colliding, ancient volcanic flows, and the world's highest tides shaping our coastline every single day.

Geodiversity isn't just about ancient rocks; it's the foundation for our local ecosystems, our soil, our water systems, and the culture of Mi'kma'ki that has connected people to this landscape since time immemorial.

Where is your favorite piece of "doorstep geodiversity" within the Geopark? Drop a photo or your favorite local spot in the comments below! 📸👇

10/01/2026

October 1st marks Treaty Day in Nova Scotia, signaling the start of Mi'kmaw History Month across Mi'kma'ki.

On this day in 1752, the Mi'kmaq and the British Crown entered into a Treaty of Peace and Friendship that established an annual tradition of gathering to renew peace, friendship, and mutual respect. Unlike many other treaties across North America, the Peace and Friendship Treaties did not yield or surrender lands or resources; instead, they established how we must peacefully coexist.

As a UNESCO Global Geopark located within unceded Mi'kmaw territory, we recognize that we are all Treaty people. We remain committed to practicing Two-Eyed Seeing (Etuaptmumk), honoring Treaty rights, and working alongside Mi'kmaw partners to steward these lands and waters together.

We invite everyone to learn more about the Peace and Friendship Treaties and celebrate Mi'kmaw History Month by visiting the Union of Nova Scotia Mi'kmaq: https://www.unsm.org/about-us/treaty-day

09/30/2026

On this National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the Cliffs of Fundy UNESCO Global Geopark honors the Survivors of residential schools, their families, and communities.

We acknowledge that the Mi'kmaq have lived in Mi'kma'ki since time immemorial. We recognize that colonial policies and the residential school system sought to erode Mi'kmaw language, culture, and governance—what the Truth and Reconciliation Commission identified as cultural genocide.

It is our responsibility, today and every day, to reflect on these truths, practice Etuaptmumk (Two-Eyed Seeing), and honor our responsibilities as Treaty people.

We encourage everyone to deepen their understanding of Mi'kmaw history and ongoing stewardship by visiting Mi'kmawey Debert: https://www.mikmaweydebert.ca/

09/17/2026

Greetings from the Canadian Geoparks Network annual conference in Tumbler Ridge, BC!

Our Community Engagement Coordinator, Will, represented the Cliffs of Fundy UNESCO Global Geopark alongside representatives from Geoparks across Canada, Canadian Commission for UNESCO, and global network leadership.

Highlights from the week included exploring Tse’Kwa Cultural Site with the Dane-zaa First Nation, learning about co-managed community hubs and accessible exhibit design, and checking out a joint mobile outreach trailer run by the Tumbler Ridge Geopark and local museum. Will also participated in national strategic planning sessions to help shape the future direction of the Canadian Geoparks Network.

A huge thank you to the Tumbler Ridge UNESCO Global Geopark team for hosting such an inspiring gathering, and to CCUNESCO for their support in bringing everyone together!

Bringing these insights and connections back to Nova Scotia helps strengthen our community programs, local partnerships, and regional stewardship along the Minas Basin.

09/16/2026

In the 1840s, young Benjamin lives on an isolated Nova Scotia island where imagination blurs the line between adventure and danger—pirates, sea monsters, treasure ships, and a man with an axe.

Author Laura Churchill Duke will delve into the story of the murder of John Ruff on Moose Island, exploring community lore and the research behind her new novel.

Join us for the book launch of Laura's newest novel, Ruff Tides!

🗓️ Tuesday, October 13

⏰ 7:30 PM

📍 Five Islands Fire Hall (353 Hwy 2, Lower Five Islands, Nova Scotia)

🎟️ Free admission

09/07/2026

Hope you found this interesting! To dive deeper and explore more, check out our educational resources here: https://www.fundygeopark.ca/educational-resources