Spring in Atlantic Canada means one thing. Maple syrup season is here. With help from our Atlantic Canada friends and new regional insights, we have rounded up some of the sweetest maple destinations to explore this year.
A Sweet Atlantic Canadian Tradition
Maple syrup production runs deep in our region’s history. Indigenous peoples were the first to harvest maple sap and transform it into syrup. This tradition continues today across New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador.
One tree can produce about 40 litres of sap to make just 1 litre of syrup
New Brunswick is now one of the largest maple producers in Canada
Sugar camps across the region offer tastings, tours, and family experiences
Featured Maple Destinations
La Sucrerie Chiasson, Paquetville, New Brunswick
Seasonal maple brunch experience
Organic maple syrup and specialty products
Authentic Acadian sugar shack atmosphere
Perfect for brunch lovers and first time sugar camp visitors.
Little Ouest Maple Taps, Saint Quentin and Kedgwick, New Brunswick
Wood fired organic production
Family owned operation founded in 2022
Located in the maple capital of Atlantic Canada
Perfect for small batch maple fans.
Dumfries Maples, Saint John River Valley, New Brunswick
Pancake breakfasts in a cedar log cookhouse
Taffy on snow demonstrations
Walk or snowshoe the sugarbush
Now operating with 6,000 taps
Perfect for family day trips near Fredericton.
Trites Family Sugarbush, Moncton Area, New Brunswick
Long running family business
Wide variety of maple treats
Popular local market presence
Perfect for take home maple goodies.
Sugar Moon Farm, Earltown, Nova Scotia
Iconic Northumberland Shore destination
Maple tours and maple inspired brunch
Strong focus on local food and sustainability
Note. Production was impacted by Hurricane Fiona, but tours and experiences continue.
Hillside Farm, near Lewisporte, Newfoundland and Labrador
Produces maple and birch products
Small batch quality focus
Unique Newfoundland climate advantage
Perfect for something different in Atlantic Canada.
Nova Scotia Maple Trail Spotlight
According to the Cumberland Maple Trail guide, Cumberland County is considered the maple syrup capital of Nova Scotia and home to many welcoming producers and maple experiences.
Popular stops in the region include:
Hidden Mountain Maple Farms
Davison’s Maple Syrup and Pancake House
Dickinson Bros. Maple Products
Bentley’s Maple and Blueberries
KD Hunter Maple Products
Many offer tours, pancake meals, and maple product tastings.
Prince Edward Island Producers
Prince Edward Island also features dedicated maple producers, including:
Woodville Mills
Shadow Hill Farm
PEI Maple Syrup Company
PEI Maple and More
Tip. Call ahead, as many PEI operations are small and seasonal.
Maple Moments
Photo Credit Lucie Frechette, Senior Vice President, Orbit Insurance
Plan Your Sweet Spring Visit
Whether you are chasing taffy on snow, a cozy pancake breakfast, or small batch organic syrup, Atlantic Canada delivers an unforgettable maple season.
From all of us at Higgins Insurance, support local, explore nearby, and enjoy the sweet taste of spring.