Pleasant Harbour

Pleasant Harbour is a small coastal community located along Nova Scotia's Eastern Shore in the Halifax Regional Municipality.  Nestled on the shores of Shoal Bay, the area has long been valued for its natural harbour, sheltered waters, and proximity to the Atlantic Ocean.

Originally inhabited by the Mi'kmaq people, who used the bay and surrounding lands for fishing and seasonal encampments, the area later attracted European settles inteh 18th and 19th centuries- particularly of English and Scottish descent.  Fishing, boatbuilding, and small-scale farming formed the backbone of the local economy, with the harbour offering a safe anchorage and access to right marine resources.  Many of these families remain settled here, devoted to the land and nurturing an ancestral connection.  

In the early 20th century, Pleasant Harbour, like many Eastern Shore communities, found itself quietly involved in rum-running during the Prohibition era, taking advantage of its secluded location and nautical expertise to support clandestine trade routes.

Though always a small and close-knit settlement, Pleasant Harbour has maintained its maritime heritage and natural beauty.  Today, it remains a peaceful community known for its scenic coastline, historical charm, and enduring ties to Nova Scotia's seafaring traditions.