2024 Guided Tour Program (May to October)

All tours are weather permitting, follow us on social media for updates/cancellations.

Shubie Strolls - 11 am | Wednesdays

Shubie Park, 54 Locks Rd., Fairbanks Centre

The Shubie Strolls tour provides insight into the canal's operation and the construction of the deep cut.

FLUME HOUSE TOURS - 1pm-4pm | Tues. & Thurs.

Starr Park, 58 Prince Albert Rd.

The Flume House tour offers the community a chance to explore a life-sized replica and learn about the mechanics of the Marine Railway.

Group | Off Season Tours


Discover the beauty and history of Shubie Park with our tour suitable for school, senior, youth groups, or families. Learn about the construction of the Shubenacadie Canal, the role of its locks, and how it pioneered a water route across Nova Scotia.


Complete our online tour request HERE.

Volunteer - Guided Tour Program


Dartmouth native Richard MacMichael spent over three decades at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic after graduating from Dalhousie University. Now, he volunteers at the Shubenacadie Canal Commission, leading hiking tours and educational activities.

Shubie Stroll FAQ

How long is the duration of the stroll?

  • The stroll lasts for approximately 40 minutes.

What is the distance covered during the stroll?

  • The stroll covers a distance of 2 to 3 kilometers.

Can I bring my dog on a leash?

  • Yes, you can bring your dog on a leash.

Where does the stroll go?

  • The stroll starts at the Fairbanks Centre, goes to Lock Two, loops back to the Hart Bridge, and then returns to the Fairbanks Centre.

Does the stroll go to Lake Micmac beach or the off-leash dog park?

  • No, the stroll does not go to Lake Micmac beach or the off-leash dog park.

Flume House Tours FAQ

How long is the tour?

  • Visitors can stop by any time between 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM.

How are the tours structured?

  • Tours are informal with no set times and last as long as the visitor likes.

Where does the tour go?

  • The tour typically covers the Flume House and occasionally includes the rest of Starr Park.

June 2017

I would like to thank both you and Bernie for a wonderful field trip. My class loved it! They were really engaged and excited to learn so many new things. One of my students announced that he now loves science and wants to be a scientist when he grows up! Thank you also, for including so many aspects in the tour: The history of the Mi'Kmaw, rocks and minerals of the area, plant and animal habitats, and of course the structure and function of the locks - it was a fabulous review of our science units and a great, hands-on way to do it! I hope to get a chance to take another group on a field trip with you sometime in the future. All the best!

Bryn Aldworth, Grade 3/4 teacher

Robert Kemp Turner Elementary School

 

 

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