Canadian lighthouses guide ships through coastal waters since the 19th century. These maritime structures stand at strategic points from Nova Scotia to British Columbia. Each lighthouse serves a specific navigation function and documents the evolution of Canadian seafaring.
Nova Scotia, Canada
The white lighthouse stands on granite rocks by the Atlantic Ocean and has guided ships through waters since 1915.
Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Built in 1836, this lighthouse marks North America's easternmost point and overlooks Atlantic shipping routes.
British Columbia, Canada
The first Canadian lighthouse on the west coast, built in 1860, guides ships safely into Esquimalt Harbor.
Ontario, Canada
The limestone tower, completed in 1859, measures 87 feet and served navigation on Lake Huron.
Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
The limestone lighthouse reaches a height of 33 meters and was constructed in 1858.
Nova Scotia, Canada
The original site from 1734 marks the beginning of Canadian lighthouse history.
Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Built in 1843, the lighthouse displays original furnishings and equipment from the 19th century.
Nova Scotia, Canada
Since 1758, this lighthouse has guided ships into Halifax harbor and continues to function today.
Grand Manan, New Brunswick, Canada
Built in 1860, the lighthouse stands on a cliff marking the entrance to North Head harbor.
Campobello Island, New Brunswick, Canada
The lighthouse, built in 1829, stands on a rock and is accessible by land only during low tide.
Great Northern Peninsula, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
The automated lighthouse has marked the coastline since 1909 and warns of dangerous reefs in the area.
Minas Basin, Nova Scotia, Canada
Built in 1914, the lighthouse stands on a 65-foot cliff overlooking the Minas Basin.
British Columbia, Canada
The lighthouse marks the northern entrance to the Inside Passage and has aided navigation since 1913.
Nova Scotia, Canada
The lighthouse stands at the mouth of LaHave River and guides vessels through the waters since 1855.
British Columbia, Canada
The lighthouse stands on a rocky reef 20 miles offshore and warns vessels of dangerous waters.
British Columbia, Canada
The station houses a granite lighthouse and serves as a marine protected area with many sea lions and seabirds.
Nova Scotia, Canada
Built in 1962, this lighthouse features a geometric design and guides vessels into Yarmouth harbor.
Prince Edward Island, Canada
This lighthouse contains a collection of maritime artifacts and photographs from the Prince Edward Island region.
Ontario, Canada
The lighthouse, built in 1881, displays maritime exhibits and documents Lake Huron's shipping history.
Quebec, Canada
The 34-meter lighthouse was constructed in 1858 and marks the entrance to the Gulf of Saint Lawrence.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
The stone lighthouse was constructed in 1808 and stands on the western side of Toronto Islands, 25 meters from the shore.
Port Bickerton, Nova Scotia, Canada
Built in 1901, the lighthouse now serves as a museum with exhibitions about regional maritime navigation and fishermen.
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
The white tower built in 1886 marks the entrance to Juan de Fuca Strait and stands on the eastern tip of the island.
Caribou Island, Ontario, Canada
The tower built in 1912 stands on an island in Lake Superior, 650 kilometers from Toronto.
Nova Scotia, Canada
Built in 1908, this lighthouse stands on a rocky outcrop and signals ships the northernmost point of Cape Breton Island.
Nova Scotia, Canada
The white wooden lighthouse from 1904 marks the entrance to Saint Mary's Bay and features a fog horn.
