Historical lighthouses on Canadian coasts

The white lighthouse stands on granite rocks by the Atlantic Ocean and has guided ships through waters since 1915.

Built in 1836, this lighthouse marks North America's easternmost point and overlooks Atlantic shipping routes.

The first Canadian lighthouse on the west coast, built in 1860, guides ships safely into Esquimalt Harbor.

The limestone tower, completed in 1859, measures 87 feet and served navigation on Lake Huron.

The limestone lighthouse reaches a height of 33 meters and was constructed in 1858.

The original site from 1734 marks the beginning of Canadian lighthouse history.

Built in 1843, the lighthouse displays original furnishings and equipment from the 19th century.

Since 1758, this lighthouse has guided ships into Halifax harbor and continues to function today.

Built in 1860, the lighthouse stands on a cliff marking the entrance to North Head harbor.

The lighthouse, built in 1829, stands on a rock and is accessible by land only during low tide.

The automated lighthouse has marked the coastline since 1909 and warns of dangerous reefs in the area.

Built in 1914, the lighthouse stands on a 65-foot cliff overlooking the Minas Basin.

The lighthouse marks the northern entrance to the Inside Passage and has aided navigation since 1913.

The lighthouse stands at the mouth of LaHave River and guides vessels through the waters since 1855.

The lighthouse stands on a rocky reef 20 miles offshore and warns vessels of dangerous waters.

The station houses a granite lighthouse and serves as a marine protected area with many sea lions and seabirds.

Built in 1962, this lighthouse features a geometric design and guides vessels into Yarmouth harbor.

This lighthouse contains a collection of maritime artifacts and photographs from the Prince Edward Island region.

The lighthouse, built in 1881, displays maritime exhibits and documents Lake Huron's shipping history.

The 34-meter lighthouse was constructed in 1858 and marks the entrance to the Gulf of Saint Lawrence.

The stone lighthouse was constructed in 1808 and stands on the western side of Toronto Islands, 25 meters from the shore.

Built in 1901, the lighthouse now serves as a museum with exhibitions about regional maritime navigation and fishermen.

The white tower built in 1886 marks the entrance to Juan de Fuca Strait and stands on the eastern tip of the island.

The tower built in 1912 stands on an island in Lake Superior, 650 kilometers from Toronto.

Built in 1908, this lighthouse stands on a rocky outcrop and signals ships the northernmost point of Cape Breton Island.

The white wooden lighthouse from 1904 marks the entrance to Saint Mary's Bay and features a fog horn.