• Welcome to River John, Nova Scotia

    Welcome to River John, Nova Scotia

    "A small Community with a BIG spirit"
  • Beautiful Sunsets on the River John

    Beautiful Sunsets on the River John

    Come and experience all River John has to offer.
  • Beauty in Every Season

    Beauty in Every Season

    Tour our country roads and experience the beauty of our landscape.
  • Lobster Fishing Season

    Lobster Fishing Season

    Come and enjoy our famous lobster suppers!
  • Natural Wonder

    Natural Wonder

    The serene beauty of a rural landscape and the wildlife that call it home.
  • Beautiful Gardens and Farms

    Beautiful Gardens and Farms

    Unique arts and crafts from our local farms.
  • A Peaceful Row on the River

    A Peaceful Row on the River

    Enjoy the quiet beauty of the River John.
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Welcome to River John - a small community with a BIG spirit!

River John is rich in natural beauty and friendly welcoming people. Stay at our cosy seaside accommodations and enjoy our beaches. Take time to do some kayaking, boating, seal or bird watching. Take a peaceful drive along our country roads. Enjoy fresh produce from our local farms. Sample the fresh delicious taste of lobster caught off our shores by our lobster fishermen and served at our famous lobster suppers. Walk, bike or hike the Trans Canada Trail as it passes through our community. The beautiful surroundings inspire our many artists who produce unique arts and crafts. Enjoy our annual festivals and discover our rich history. River John is a unique coastal treasure.
Come to visit - come to stay.

Discover River John

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Weather Station

Water Wind

Stay up-to-date with River John's local weather forecast using our weather station.

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Local Webcams

webcams

Check road conditions with state of the art webcams located in the heart of River John.

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Upcoming Events

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  • Festival Days +

    Home cooking, sales, variety shows, fiddling contests, and street parades. Read More
  • Plan of River John & Vicinity, 1841 +

    An interesting plan Indicating land grants and their owners. Read More
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  • Wooden Ships of River John +

    From 1828 to 1918, shipbuilding was a very important industry in River John. Read More
  • American Lobster Project +

    Lobster fishing - a valuable part of the River John economy. Read More
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  • The Pioneer +

    A non-profit newspaper published three times a year by the River John Community Action Society. Enjoy the Fall 2023 edition Read More
  • Pictou Antigonish Regional Library +

    Access books, eBooks, services, programs, digital collections & more. Read More
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Balance Renovation

668 Barry Road Scotsburn,
B0K1R0
River John, NS
Phone: 902-351-2071
Services: "Consult. Design. Build."

 

Eugene Mertin Foundations & Mini Excavating

Contact: Eugene Mertin
Phone: 1-902-351-2478
River John, B0K 1N0 

 

R.H Winmill Electric Ltd.

Contact: Bruce or Joyce Winmill
1995 Sunrise Trail
B0K1N0
PO Box 100 PO Box 100
Phone: 902-351-2660
Fax: 902-351-2694
Business hours: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon, 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Services: Electrical, Refrigeration, Air Conditioning, Plumbing, Building Supplies, Water Softeners and Treatment

 

Reg Baillie Electric

Contact: Reg Baillie
612 Brook Road
B0K1N0
RR#2 River John
Phone: 902-351-2933
Fax: 902-351-2933
Services: "Residential Electrical Wiring Services"



Sundridge Landscaping

Taylor Doucet
Phone: 1-902-301-3474
Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
113 Roger Rd, River John, NS B0K 1N0
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sundridgelandscaping88/
Forestry Services - Chainsaw - Tree Removal - Woodchipping - Brush mulching - Backhoe/Trenching Services - Drainage/Water Control Solutions

 

 

T&E Construction Ltd

Address to be updated
Phone: 902-351-2561
Quality concrete foundations, floor finishing. Trained NUDURA ICF Installer


Tristan Butler

Owner / Woodworker / Furniture Maker
Tristan Thomas Furniture
Serving River John & the North Shore, Pictou County, NSH
Phone: 902-759-1782
Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.