Tiverton, Nova Scotia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Tiverton
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Village
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Boar's Head Lighthouse, Tiverton, Nova Scotia
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 Tiverton, Nova Scotia
Location in Nova Scotia
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| Country |  Canada |
| Province |  Nova Scotia |
| County | Digby |
| Municipality | The Municipality of the District of Digby |
| Highest elevation | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Lowest elevation | 0 m (0 ft) |
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| • Total | 300 |
| Time zone | UTC-4 (AST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-3 (ADT) |
| Canadian Postal code |
B0V 1G0
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| Area code(s) | 902 |
| Telephone Exchange | 839 |
| NTS Map | 021B08 |
| GNBC Code | CBMAF |
Tiverton is a small, friendly village in Nova Scotia, Canada. It's found on the very tip of Long Island. About 300 people call Tiverton home. The village got its name from a town called Tiverton, Devon in England.
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What Makes Tiverton Special?
Tiverton is known for two main things: fishing and tourism. These activities help the village thrive.
Fishing for Lobsters
Tiverton's main job is lobster fishing. Fishermen here catch many lobsters from the ocean. This has been an important part of life in Tiverton for a long time. It helps support many families in the village.
Fun for Visitors: Tourism
Tourism is also growing in Tiverton. Many people visit to see the beautiful nature. The area offers exciting adventures for everyone.
Whale Watching Tours
The Bay of Fundy is famous for whale watching. Many different types of whales swim in these waters. Tiverton has several tours that take visitors out on boats. You can see these amazing creatures up close during the summer.
Balancing Rock
Another cool place to visit is Balancing Rock. It's a huge rock column made of basalt. It looks like it's perfectly balanced on its end. You can find it on the southern shore just outside Tiverton. It's a popular spot for photos!
