Nestled alongside the beautiful Bras d’Or Lake in Eastern Cape Breton Island, Eskasoni First Nation is the largest Mi’kmaq community in the world. Deeply rooted within Eskasoni is the Mi'kmaq culture. We are proud to say that we are home to the largest Mi’kmaq speaking community with close ties to traditional culture and beliefs.

Over the last several years, Eskasoni has made great strides in developing a solid infrastructure on which to grow and prosper. The community has its own community-operated school system from kindergarten to grade 12. Economic development is growing and new development is welcomed in the community...just take a look at the new Eskasoni Supermarket and our community rink. We are proud to offer many large and small businesses within Eskasoni, some of which are community owned. We also have a large private-sector base.

The community of Eskasoni has a proud history of supporting its young population with events that promote a healthy and active lifestyle among its four thousand community members. With a dedication to improving the lives of its future generation, the Eskasoni community strives to be culturally rich and respectful of its ecosystem based on concepts of shared responsibility.

The community of Eskasoni is located about 50 kilometers from Sydney, the third largest city in Nova Scotia. The drive along route 216 to Eskasoni, after exiting route 4, is scenic and relaxing as one follows the Bras d’Or Lake. Eskasoni Welcomes You - PJILA’SI