Canadian Islands
January 1, 2026 - June 30, 2026
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The Islands
1. Oak Island
This is a privately owned island in Lunenburg County on the south shore of Nova Scotia, Canada. The island is best known for various theories about buried treasure or historical artifacts, and the associated attempts to explore the site. For over two centuries, the island has captivated adventurers, historians, and treasure hunters who are drawn by tales of hidden riches and ancient artifacts buried beneath its surface.
🍁 Read a book with a mystery OR where someone is looking for hidden riches or ancient artifacts OR whose title begins with O.
1. Oak Island
This is a privately owned island in Lunenburg County on the south shore of Nova Scotia, Canada. The island is best known for various theories about buried treasure or historical artifacts, and the associated attempts to explore the site. For over two centuries, the island has captivated adventurers, historians, and treasure hunters who are drawn by tales of hidden riches and ancient artifacts buried beneath its surface.
🍁 Read a book with a mystery OR where someone is looking for hidden riches or ancient artifacts OR whose title begins with O.
Hero's Touch - Janie Crouch (Calamitte Jane Pub - Feb 2026) (mystery)- Feb 6
2. Toronto Islands
The Toronto Islands, which is comprised of 15 islands, host one of the biggest lighthouses, Gibraltar Point Lighthouse, with a hexagonal base which is believed to have been built in the 18th century. It is one of the places you can enjoy nude sunbathing among other activities.
🍁 Read a book with a lighthouse in the story OR a character sunbathes (nude or not 😜) OR from a series of 15 books or more (share series name and number).
The Toronto Islands, which is comprised of 15 islands, host one of the biggest lighthouses, Gibraltar Point Lighthouse, with a hexagonal base which is believed to have been built in the 18th century. It is one of the places you can enjoy nude sunbathing among other activities.
🍁 Read a book with a lighthouse in the story OR a character sunbathes (nude or not 😜) OR from a series of 15 books or more (share series name and number).
Love, Lies, and the Lyon - E.L. Johnson (Dragonblade - Sept 2025) - Jan 2 (Lyon's Den #92)
3. Sable Island
This is located 180 km in the southern part of Nova Scotia. On this island, the numbers of horses actually outnumber the number of people living here. The horses in the island roam freely and they are protected by the Canadian government from any human interference. This island is well known for being home to some of the most unique animal species.
🍁 Read a book with 0, 1, or 8 in the page count (share page count) OR with a horse in the story OR set on an island.
This is located 180 km in the southern part of Nova Scotia. On this island, the numbers of horses actually outnumber the number of people living here. The horses in the island roam freely and they are protected by the Canadian government from any human interference. This island is well known for being home to some of the most unique animal species.
🍁 Read a book with 0, 1, or 8 in the page count (share page count) OR with a horse in the story OR set on an island.
Enchanted by the Lyon - Sherry Ewing (Dragonblade - Oct 2025) (horse)- Jan 30
4. Victoria Island
With crystal clear waters, beautiful beaches, and plenty of activities to keep you busy, this island is perfect for anyone looking for an unforgettable getaway. In the summertime, there are plenty of water activities available, like swimming and kayaking, while in the winter there are ski resorts and snowboarding opportunities.
🍁 Read a book where a character enjoys a water activity OR where a character enjoys a winter activity OR with a beautiful beach on the cover (show cover).
With crystal clear waters, beautiful beaches, and plenty of activities to keep you busy, this island is perfect for anyone looking for an unforgettable getaway. In the summertime, there are plenty of water activities available, like swimming and kayaking, while in the winter there are ski resorts and snowboarding opportunities.
🍁 Read a book where a character enjoys a water activity OR where a character enjoys a winter activity OR with a beautiful beach on the cover (show cover).
Snow Kissed - RaeAnne Thayne (Canary Street/HQN - Oct 2025) (winter activity) - Feb 8
5. Harrington Harbor
Harrington Harbor is also a great place to kayak or canoe, as there are plenty of sheltered coves and shallow water for exploration. It is also known locally as "Hospital Island", from its earlier role as a medical center for the area. Local tradition claims that this is the island on which 16th century French noblewoman Marguerite de La Rocque was marooned by her relative Jean-François Roberval as punishment for an affair.
🍁 Read a book with a hospital in the story OR where a woman has an affair OR where the word HARBOR is in the title or series name (share series name).
Harrington Harbor is also a great place to kayak or canoe, as there are plenty of sheltered coves and shallow water for exploration. It is also known locally as "Hospital Island", from its earlier role as a medical center for the area. Local tradition claims that this is the island on which 16th century French noblewoman Marguerite de La Rocque was marooned by her relative Jean-François Roberval as punishment for an affair.
🍁 Read a book with a hospital in the story OR where a woman has an affair OR where the word HARBOR is in the title or series name (share series name).
Tracing Her Stolen Identity - Katie Mettner (HI #2318 - Oct 2025) (hospital) - Jan 19
6. Lennox Island
Lennox Island is located off the northwest coast of Prince Edward Island, Canada. Connected by a short causeway and bridge, It is home to the Lennox Island First Nation, of the Mi'kmaq people. The Mi'kmaq name for the island is L'nui Minegoo, and it has been informally known by European settlers as Indian Island. The historic St. Anne Catholic Mission is located on the island. As of 1988, the population on the island was 239 and the largest commercial activities were peat moss and blueberry production.
🍁 Read a book with a First Nations/Native American character OR with a character named Anne OR with 239 pages or less (share page count).
Lennox Island is located off the northwest coast of Prince Edward Island, Canada. Connected by a short causeway and bridge, It is home to the Lennox Island First Nation, of the Mi'kmaq people. The Mi'kmaq name for the island is L'nui Minegoo, and it has been informally known by European settlers as Indian Island. The historic St. Anne Catholic Mission is located on the island. As of 1988, the population on the island was 239 and the largest commercial activities were peat moss and blueberry production.
🍁 Read a book with a First Nations/Native American character OR with a character named Anne OR with 239 pages or less (share page count).
Danger Zone - Cindi Myers (HI #2345 - Mar 2026) (224 pgs) - Mar 3
7. Pictou Island
Pictou Island has beautiful beaches, lush forests, rolling hills, and crystal-clear water. Pictou Island also has many historical sites and attractions that are worth exploring. One feature worth noticing is that the island does not receive any electricity from the mainland. People on the island depend on solar power and windmills. The island has a public wharf located at the west end and a breakwater for mooring at the east end. There is also a community center, church, a Pioneer Cemetery, fire department and several lighthouses located on the island.
🍁 Read a book where solar power is used OR with a wharf mentioned in the story OR where the word ISLAND is in the title or series name (share series name).
8. Greenly Island
The island is also home to a number of different species of birds, including the white-tailed eagle. The locals in this island believe a dead man wanders about the beach. His ghost has been spotted about the southern tip of the island. It is said that he was lost at sea and he is trying to relocate his sea crew, which he tends to do so on foggy nights.
🍁 Read a book with a bird on the cover (show cover) OR with a ghost in the story OR by an author whose first or last name begins with G.
9. Georges Island
This island was used in the ancient times by the army to protect the Nova Scotia city. It is popular for its, underground tunnels, quarantine stations and prison camps among others. The island is located in the Bay of Fundy and has an area of 107 km2. The island is named after Georges III, Duke of Orléans, who was Regent before his son Louis Philippe became King of France.
🍁 Read a book with a character that was/is in the Army OR where someone participates in a treasure hunt OR where the author's initials can be found in GEORGES ISLAND.
Pictou Island has beautiful beaches, lush forests, rolling hills, and crystal-clear water. Pictou Island also has many historical sites and attractions that are worth exploring. One feature worth noticing is that the island does not receive any electricity from the mainland. People on the island depend on solar power and windmills. The island has a public wharf located at the west end and a breakwater for mooring at the east end. There is also a community center, church, a Pioneer Cemetery, fire department and several lighthouses located on the island.
🍁 Read a book where solar power is used OR with a wharf mentioned in the story OR where the word ISLAND is in the title or series name (share series name).
The island is also home to a number of different species of birds, including the white-tailed eagle. The locals in this island believe a dead man wanders about the beach. His ghost has been spotted about the southern tip of the island. It is said that he was lost at sea and he is trying to relocate his sea crew, which he tends to do so on foggy nights.
🍁 Read a book with a bird on the cover (show cover) OR with a ghost in the story OR by an author whose first or last name begins with G.
This island was used in the ancient times by the army to protect the Nova Scotia city. It is popular for its, underground tunnels, quarantine stations and prison camps among others. The island is located in the Bay of Fundy and has an area of 107 km2. The island is named after Georges III, Duke of Orléans, who was Regent before his son Louis Philippe became King of France.
🍁 Read a book with a character that was/is in the Army OR where someone participates in a treasure hunt OR where the author's initials can be found in GEORGES ISLAND.
Autumn Nights, Holiday Lights - Elle Douglas (HSE #3113 - Oct 2025) (initials) - Jan 27
10. Entry Island
Visible as the first island when travelling by ferry from Prince Edward Islands to the Magdalen Islands, Entry Island can be identified by its lavishly tinted cliffs. Beautiful, unspoiled rolling green hills are one of the main attractions of Entry Island. Fishing is the main industry of the island with the lobster fishery being the most important, but some fishermen also harvest crab, scallops, whelk, mackerel, tuna and herring.
🍁 Read a book where a person is in the fishing industry OR where a character eats lobster, crab, scallops, whelk, mackerel, tuna or herring OR with a beautiful cover (show cover).
Visible as the first island when travelling by ferry from Prince Edward Islands to the Magdalen Islands, Entry Island can be identified by its lavishly tinted cliffs. Beautiful, unspoiled rolling green hills are one of the main attractions of Entry Island. Fishing is the main industry of the island with the lobster fishery being the most important, but some fishermen also harvest crab, scallops, whelk, mackerel, tuna and herring.
🍁 Read a book where a person is in the fishing industry OR where a character eats lobster, crab, scallops, whelk, mackerel, tuna or herring OR with a beautiful cover (show cover).
Her Cowboy for the Holiday - Makenna Lee (HSE #3116 - Nov 2025) (beautiful cover) - Feb 28
11. Cape Breton Island
Cape Breton Island is filled with beautiful beaches and stunning scenery. Its capital, Sydney, is home to many historic buildings and attractions. Cruise the Cabot Trail, hike highland peaks, dance to Gaelic fiddle, feast on dock-fresh seafood, and watch whales breach under pastel sunsets; four seasons of adventure in one unforgettable place.
🍁 Read a book set in a capital city (share location) OR with a three-word title OR where someone hikes, dances or whale watches.
Cape Breton Island is filled with beautiful beaches and stunning scenery. Its capital, Sydney, is home to many historic buildings and attractions. Cruise the Cabot Trail, hike highland peaks, dance to Gaelic fiddle, feast on dock-fresh seafood, and watch whales breach under pastel sunsets; four seasons of adventure in one unforgettable place.
🍁 Read a book set in a capital city (share location) OR with a three-word title OR where someone hikes, dances or whale watches.
Cooper - Josie Jade (Calamitte Jane Pub - Jan 2026) (dances) - Jan 16
12. Vancouver Island
This island is known for its diverse landscapes including rainforest, mountains and oceanfront beaches. Backpack in majestic wilderness parks. Marvel at orcas, black bears and the sheer abundance of furred, feathered and finned wildlife. Gaze at distant snowcapped mountains while splashing barefoot along softly curving beaches. Relax, restore and recharge yourself in the region’s cosmopolitan centers, small towns and snug harbors.
🍁 Read a book where a character relaxes, restores or recharges themselves OR set in Canada OR with a snowcapped mountain on the cover (show cover).
This island is known for its diverse landscapes including rainforest, mountains and oceanfront beaches. Backpack in majestic wilderness parks. Marvel at orcas, black bears and the sheer abundance of furred, feathered and finned wildlife. Gaze at distant snowcapped mountains while splashing barefoot along softly curving beaches. Relax, restore and recharge yourself in the region’s cosmopolitan centers, small towns and snug harbors.
🍁 Read a book where a character relaxes, restores or recharges themselves OR set in Canada OR with a snowcapped mountain on the cover (show cover).
Big Sky Safe House - Juno Rushdan (HI #2328 - Dec 2025) (mountain) - Feb 2
13. Gulf Islands
Located in British Columbia, these lush and stunning archipelagos are home to some of the most dramatic scenery in North America. From panoramic views of the Strait of Georgia to idyllic coves and crystal-clear waters, there is truly something for everyone on these islands. In most parts of Canada, olive trees cannot thrive but on Pender Island, Saturna Island, and Salt Spring Island have a Mediterranean style climate that permits olive production.
🍁 Read a book where olives are grown OR set in a harbor city, fishing village, or surf town OR with a main character whose name begins with a letter in GULF (share name).
Located in British Columbia, these lush and stunning archipelagos are home to some of the most dramatic scenery in North America. From panoramic views of the Strait of Georgia to idyllic coves and crystal-clear waters, there is truly something for everyone on these islands. In most parts of Canada, olive trees cannot thrive but on Pender Island, Saturna Island, and Salt Spring Island have a Mediterranean style climate that permits olive production.
🍁 Read a book where olives are grown OR set in a harbor city, fishing village, or surf town OR with a main character whose name begins with a letter in GULF (share name).
The Duke's Cavalier - C.H. Admirand (Dragonblade - Jan 2026) (Flaherty) - Jan 26
14. Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia is another beautiful Canadian island located off the east coast. With Cape Breton as its dramatic southern tip, this island has plenty of natural beauty to offer tourists. The cuisine of Nova Scotia is typically Canadian with an emphasis on local seafood specifically lobster and scallops. The island also has a many vineries, craft breweries and distilleries. It is also a major blueberry producer.
🍁 Read a book with a vineyard, brewery or distillery in the story OR where blueberries are enjoyed OR with a Scottish character.
Nova Scotia is another beautiful Canadian island located off the east coast. With Cape Breton as its dramatic southern tip, this island has plenty of natural beauty to offer tourists. The cuisine of Nova Scotia is typically Canadian with an emphasis on local seafood specifically lobster and scallops. The island also has a many vineries, craft breweries and distilleries. It is also a major blueberry producer.
🍁 Read a book with a vineyard, brewery or distillery in the story OR where blueberries are enjoyed OR with a Scottish character.
Lyon of Scotland - Susan King (Dragonblade - Oct 2025) (Scottish) - Feb 11
15. Prince Edward Island
This is a stunning island located off the east coast of Canada. With rolling green hills and a rugged coastline, it is perfect for hikers and nature lovers. The island's cultural traditions of art, music and creative writing are supported through the public education system. Lucy Maud Montgomery drew inspiration for the setting of her classic novel Anne of Green Gables.
🍁 Read a book by Lucy Maud Montgomery OR with an artist, musician or writer character OR tagged Classic.
This is a stunning island located off the east coast of Canada. With rolling green hills and a rugged coastline, it is perfect for hikers and nature lovers. The island's cultural traditions of art, music and creative writing are supported through the public education system. Lucy Maud Montgomery drew inspiration for the setting of her classic novel Anne of Green Gables.
🍁 Read a book by Lucy Maud Montgomery OR with an artist, musician or writer character OR tagged Classic.
The Lyon Returns - Kimberly Keyes (Dragonblade - Oct 2025) (writer) - Feb 19
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