Home in Mabou

Episode 1

Traveling along with Heather Rankin for an intimate look at her home community of Mabou located on the West Coast of Cape Breton Island; after a day of fishing just off the Mabou Coal Mines Wharf, they end it off with music at her establishment.

Settling In

Episode 2

Heather Rankin travels to Ingonish, Nova Scotia, located along the Cabot Trail in the highlands of Cape Breton; Heather shares some golfing tips while she spends the day with an old friend, singer and songwriter, Buddy MacDonald.

Exploring Traditions

Episode 3

Heather Rankin gives a tour of the Iona Highland Village in Cape Breton; she meets up with a childhood friend and reminisce about growing up in the 1970s; learning about the traditions of the first Scottish immigrants to settle the island.

Cultural Revival

Episode 4

As the older Gaelic speaking generations begin to decrease, the fear of losing the native language is a major concern; Kenneth MacKenzie speaks about his role in opening two new immersive schools in Mabou.

Exploring Traditions

Episode 5

Heather Rankin gives an inside look at Colaiste Na Gàidhlig or The Gaelic College in St. Ann's; Heather receives her first Cape Breton fiddle lesson.

An Impactful Waterway

Episode 6

Heather Rankin explores St. Peter's Canal National Historic Site of Canada and learns the history and inner workings directly from the assistant to the lockmaster, Adrian Samson.