Colaisde na Gàidhlig is first and foremost an educational non-profit institution, offering year-round programming in the culture, music, language, crafts, customs, and traditions of the immigrants from the Highlands of Scotland. The only institution of its kind in North America, students of all ages and skill levels visit the College every year to study under some of the finest instructors in Nova Scotia Gaelic culture.
Built at the site of landed Scottish immigrants, St. Ann's and Cape Breton boast a fascinating history and heritage. Learn of the local story in a self-guided museum tour, get a chance to view Gaelic films, and take part in interactive cultural demonstrations. (seasonal)
For decades, the College has offered traditional, hand-stitched kilt-making and custom-tartan clothing through our Craft Shop, creating treasured heirlooms to pass along from generation to generation. Visit our campus to learn more and begin your own creation process.
Since 1938, the College has always remained an independent and largely independently-funded, non-profit organization with a simple mission to preserve the language and traditions that came to this area. With your support, we can continue on this path and help to ensure that those traditions live on.
Secluded and tucked away yet central on the island, Colaisde na Gàidhlig is a great meeting place for you and your guests. Open all year, and with oodles of options to choose from, think of us when planning your big day.
Abair thusa càirdeas! What a friendship!
We’re so excited to announce that applications are open for the 2025/26 Na Gaisgich Òga | The Young Heroes program!
Heading into our 13th year, this unique opportunity is for Nova Scotia youth aged 10 to 16 who have a strong interest in Gaelic language and culture.
Know someone who’d be a perfect fit? Find all the details and apply via website.
Thanks to the generosity of culturally-minded donors, we have a limited amount of money to give away to registered summer youth students in need of financial help. Applications are due Friday, May 16, 2025 and successful students will be notified by mid-June.
Letters of support (from teachers, coaches, etc.) assist in the advocating of students and are necessary for bursary consideration. Please forward them ahead of deadline to info@gaeliccollege.edu.
Application form available on website.
Chan eil an geamhradh buileach deiseil fhathast!
The winter is not completely finished just yet!
Fìor dheagh ghaisgich a’ seo! ~ Here are some real true heroes!
We’re so excited to announce that applications are now open for the 2025/26 Na Gaisgich Òga | The Young Heroes program!
Heading into our 13th year, this unique opportunity is for Nova Scotia youth aged 10 to 16 who have a strong interest in Gaelic language and culture.
Know someone who’d be a perfect fit? Find all the details and apply through our site.
Let the next chapter of NGO begin! 🌟
‘S mór ar toileachadh fàilt’ a chur air Màiri Britton! We are pleased to welcome back Màiri Britton as our Course Lecturer for An Cùrsa Bogaidh, the Four-Week Immersion Course! Interested in joining us this year? Submit your application before the end of the day!
Join us for Ceum Air Adhart: A Step Forward, a two-week advanced beginner Gaelic immersion course from May 5 – May 16! Led by Joyce MacDonald, the program includes 28 hours of classroom instruction, two guided excursions to explore Gaelic history and culture, and engaging social activities in Gaelic. Apply by April 11.
Another great month of learning is nearly here, with our deadline to register for An Cùrsa Bogaidh, the Four-Week Immersion Course slated for this coming Friday. Join us in St. Ann’s from April 28 – May 23, 2025. Don’t miss out! #learnwithus
Mealaibh ur naidheachd! Congratulations to Na Gaisgich Òg | The Young Heroes 2024-2025 for completing the 12th run of our youth Gaelic mentorship program! These dedicated young Gaels did great work this year in acquiring the language, developing cultural knowledge, and practicing community engagement. We are so proud of you all! Cùmaibh oirbh! A very special thanks to all who attended the Graduation Céilidh on Sunday.
We are now accepting applications for 2025-2026! For more information, check our site.
First photo:
Group Photo: Top Row - Rodney MacDonald, MLA Kyle MacQuarrie, MLA Dianne Timmons, Lewis MacKinnon, Colin MacDonald, Iain MacLeod, Minister Dave Ritcey
Middle Row – Sam Lazzuri, Marley Whyte, Ellie Franklin, Charlie Ross, Ben Ross, Jocelyn Higgins, Kristen Redden, Liam MacInnis
Bottom Row – Maggie Mae MacDonell, Haddie Heirlihy, Christena MacCaulder, Irene MacIsaac, Calista Merchant, Cavan Merchant, David Mueller, Niel MacDonald
Missing: Allie O’Regan, Maren MacKenzie, and Archie MacDonald
Second photo:
Group Photo Mentors - Top Row: Bernard Cameron, Màiri Britton, Kaleb Deleskie, Abigail MacDonald, Joyce MacDonald, and Connall MacKinnon
Middle Row – Ben Ross, Marley Whyte, Ellie Franklin, Charlie Ross, Jocelyn Higgins, Kristen Redden, Maggie Mae MacDonell, Christena MacCaulder
Bottom Row – Haddie Heirlihy, Irene MacIsaac, Calista Merchant, Cavan Merchant, David Mueller, Liam MacInnis
Missing NGÒ, Allie O’Regan, Maren MacKenzie, and Archie MacDonald, Sam Lazzuri, and Neil MacDonald, and mentor Emily MacDonald
Colaisde na Gàidhlig | The Gaelic College is seeking dedicated and hardworking individuals to join our Craft Shop and housekeeping teams.
Application Deadline: Tuesday, April 15, 3:00 PM
Find out more at:
https://gaeliccollege.edu/about/work-with-us/
This is your chance to delve into the language and culture in a meaningful way!
Fighte Fuaighte can be translated as “woven together.” It implies a deep and meaningful connection through years, through places, between regions, people, and worlds. Let us help you make a deeper connection with yourself, your own heritage and with a culture dating back thousands of years.
28 weeks of conversational and written Scottish Gaelic classes running from Sep 1st, 2025 through April 2026.
And back again this year, Level 1 for University Credit with Cape Breton University! Find out full details through link in bio.
Beag air bheag, mar a dh’ith an cat an sgadan ~ Bit by bit, as the cat ate the herring. [Gaelic proverb]
Calling all young Gaelic learners! 🌟🏴
A fantastic weekend of Gaelic learning and fun is just around the corner! Caidreamh na h-Òigridh is happening March 28-30 in St. Ann’s for ages 8-18, whether you’re just starting out or building on what you know.
Join awesome instructors Beth Anne MacEachen and Lewis MacKinnon for a weekend full of Gaelic language, music, and activities!
🗓 Register by Monday, March 24 – don’t miss out!
🔗 Full details: Link in bio
✨ As we wrap up another amazing year of March Break sessions, we have to highlight one of our favourite moments - the variety show! For many campers, their time here is filled with firsts: first time away from home, first try at the pipes or fiddle, first square set, and maybe even their first time on stage. This year’s shows were brimming with courage, talent, and plenty of laughs, making for some truly special moments. What a joy to watch these kids shine! ✨
Another epic March Break session is in the books! A whole new gang joined us for the last three days with everyone contributing to make it fly by and a total blast. It wouldn’t be possible without the backbone team of college kitchen crew, housekeeping, and maintenance, our generous and caring volunteer house parents, and out-of-this-world talented and fun instructors. Thanks to the parents that say yes to signing up their youngins, and these brave little sweethearts that follow through and bring the place to life. 💕
