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More IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ awards than any other brand since 2013. (As of February 2022)
welcome to uncommon safety
This year, 5 Subaru vehicles have been awarded the IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK. Those winners may span multiple categories, but they all share our super-strong reinforced frame and EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology. All of which amounts to an extra level of safety to protect those you love.
2022 OUTBACK
2022 ASCENT
2022 CROSSTREK
2022 IMPREZA (5-DR)
MODELS WITH EYESIGHT® AND SPECIFIC HEADLIGHTS
MODELS WITH EYESIGHT® AND SPECIFIC HEADLIGHTS
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IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+
IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK
IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+
2022 LEGACY
IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+
IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK
See your Atlantic Subaru Dealer for great rates and value EyeSight® is a driver-assist system, which may not operate optimally under all driving conditions. The driver is always responsible for safe and attentive driving. System effectiveness depends on many factors such as vehicle maintenance, and weather and road conditions. See Owner’s Manual for complete details on system operation and limitations. †Ratings are awarded by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Please visit www.iihs.org for testing methods. Vehicle(s) shown solely for purposes of illustration, and may not be equipped exactly as shown. Crosstrek, Impreza, Outback, Legacy, Ascent and Subaru are registered trademarks.
Welcome Back! IT HAS BEEN THREE LONG YEARS since we could invite readers to step into the pages of Saltscapes magazine at our annual live Saltscapes East Coast Expo in Halifax. We can’t wait to welcome you to the Halifax Exhibition Centre from April 8 to 10! We are celebrating with a “show of hands”; a special event curated just for you! STEVE SMITH, VISIONFIRE
Join us for this one-of-a-kind experience that will reconnect you to the simple pleasures, remarkable people, and extraordinary places of our Atlantic region, with an inspiring visit over the April 8 to 10 weekend. If you are not able to join us in person, or just want to circle back on your favourite exhibits and Expo memories, we have that covered, too. You can experience much of our live event on our free virtual show anytime between the end of April until June 30. We will have the live demonstrations, online marketplace and special subscription rates available, but you need to register to become a part of the virtual show. Watch for more information at saltscapes.com or on our social media channels. At the show, put on your walking shoes and get ready to discover inspiration for your 2022 staycations and vacation get-aways to the magCrystal Murray,
ical places that continue to put our region on the map as one of the most
Editor-in-Chief
desirable vacation destinations in the world.
cmurray@saltscapes.com
Keeping your money where your heart is has never been easier. Join us at the unique retail marketplace where you’ll find handcrafters, designers and artisans who produce everything from ironwork, art, and decor to handmade food and amazing gifts. We are celebrating the true makers of Canada’s East Coast in 2022. Taste of Nova Scotia, Farmers Markets Nova Scotia and Sobeys will be hosted by our entertaining food editor, the Kilted Chef, Alain Bossé. He will be cooking up favourite East Coast flavours all weekend long on our demonstration stages. Be sure to stop by and get inspired with delicious local recipes! It wouldn’t be an East Coast kitchen party without a little music. Get your toes tapping at Subaru Songwriters Stage, where we will be making music all weekend long! A big thank you to our partners: Subaru Canada, Tourism New Brunswick, Sobeys, Taste of Nova Scotia, Farmers Markets of Nova Scotia, Events Nova Scotia, Egg Farmers of Nova Scotia, Bosch Appliances, Weber BBQs and Home Hardware. We could not do this show without your loyal support. We are truly humbled to have the privilege to gather with hundreds of talented makers and small businesses in one venue, at long last. So, who will join us? I would love to see a show of hands!
A Show of Hands! saltscapes.com/expo
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Your culinary
adventure Taste of Nova Scotia inspires locals and
starts here
visitors to explore the province through food and drink.
TASTE OF NOVA SCOTIA IS PROUD to work with more than 200 businesses who are committed to offering exceptional local culinary products and experiences. For more than 30 years, they have been inspiring locals and visitors to explore Nova Scotia through food and drink. This April, Taste of Nova Scotia is thrilled to be returning to the 2022 Saltscapes Expo, along with an amazing lineup of member businesses. Nova Scotia is home to an incredible collection of restaurants, wineries, breweries, cideries, distilleries, artisans, coffee roasters, cheesemakers, bakers, and more — many of whom will be at this year’s show.
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Eat, drink, and explore your way around the Taste of Nova Scotia area while visiting the following businesses: •
Raging Crow Distillery, North River
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Ironworks Distillery, Lunenburg
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Compass Distillers, Halifax
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Still Fired Distilleries, Annapolis Royal
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Barrelling Tide Distillery, Port Williams
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Saltbox Brewing Company, Mahone Bay
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Sea Level Brewing, Port Williams
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Chain Yard Urban Cidery, Halifax
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Avondale Sky Winery, Newport Landing
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Meadowbrook Meat Market, Somerset
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Java Blend Coffee, Halifax
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That Dutchman’s Cheese Farm, Economy
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Mrs. MacGregor’s Shortbread, Pictou
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Tatamagouche Ice Creamery, Tatamagouche
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Chapel Cove Chocolate, New Glasgow
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Haskap Highland Orchards Ltd., Truro.
Once again, the Taste of Nova Scotia Culinary Stage will be hosted by one of Nova Scotia’s Culinary Ambassadors, the Kilted Chef, Alain Bossé. Expo attendees will enjoy a lineup of delicious culinary demos, while learning tips and tricks from local chefs and producers. Taste of Nova Scotia has so many exciting programs to help plan your Nova Scotia culinary adventures — the first being the launch of their new mobile app. Available to download on the App Store or Google Play, the Taste of Nova Scotia Mobile App features listings for more than 200 Taste members, digital passports for the Nova Scotia Good Cheer, Chowder and Lobster Trails, locally-inspired recipes, self guided trails, and so much more! Let the Taste of Nova Scotia mobile app guide you on your culinary journey across the province. “The new Taste of Nova Scotia Mobile App is an incredible resource for locals and visitors seeking out memorable culinary experiences,” says Emily Haynes, executive director of Taste of Nova Scotia. “This app is unique to Nova Scotia and such a fun tool for exploring our province through food and drink. From wine tours in the Annapolis Valley to fresh seafood in Cape Breton, the app will take you on a culinary adventure to every corner and cove of Nova Scotia.” In addition to the new mobile app, the Nova Scotia Culinary Trails will be returning for the 2022 season. The Good Cheer Trail is the only trail of its kind in Canada, featuring wineries, breweries, distilleries, cideries, and meaderies. The Lobster Trail celebrates all things Nova Scotia lobster — from lobster rolls and lobster dinners to lobster poutine and pasta. The Nova Scotia Chowder Trail showcases a collection of restaurants featuring made-from-scratch seafood chowders from one end of the province to the other. From restaurants, farmers and fishers to winemakers, distillers, artisans and more, let Taste of Nova Scotia be your guide to culinary adventure! tasteofnovascotia.com | @tasteofns | #tasteofns
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Subaru has
UNCOMMON EXPERIENCES in uncommonly awesome cars—that’s what’s in store
terrific new
the Outback Wilderness or the Forester Wilderness.
models to
for East Coast drivers who get behind the wheel of a new Subaru off-road model, As a self-described road warrior, John Paynter puts a lot of kilometres on his Subaru, exploring every corner of Atlantic Canada. He’s the regional director for
take you
Subaru Canada’s Atlantic division and a former Canadian Rally Champion, so he
where you
ing and rewarding roads the East Coast has to offer.
want to go
knows how well-suited these new Subaru models are for enjoying the most challeng“While they’re beautiful cars for every day,” Paynter says, “they’re built for getting you further up the road and deeper into the wilderness.” On the East Coast, there’s always a scenic lookoff, waterfall or patch of wilderness as the payoff. The new Wilderness models are cleverly designed to handle everything a rough road can throw at it. Under the hood, the formidable Subaru Boxer engine with X-Mode is a real workhorse. “They’re very peppy right out of the block,” Paynter says. “And yet, I can stop on a back road hill, then restart without turning a rock. I’m never over 1,500 RPM when I’m running over rough terrain. Subarus can do what many four-wheel drive trucks can’t.” The Subaru Wilderness models are loaded with off-road extras, starting with a front facing camera, as well as one in the back. “When you’re up those narrow roads, you can see what’s coming at you,” Paynter says. The suspension height has been increased; extra tough body cladding and skid plates have been added. All-terrain tires are standard. Carry that kayak or canoe closer to the river with more confidence because of the new roof rails with increased load capacity. As a PEI native, Paynter enjoys roaming the island, these days as a tourist. “You see things and meet people you otherwise wouldn’t,” he says. Last summer, he drove the back roads in search of uncommon seafood experiences. He found one at Howard’s Cove Shellfish where he relived childhood memories when his family would go on road trips and buy buckets of quahogs. “We used to eat some like raw oysters right there, and take the rest home.” Don’t be shy to meet new people and ask questions, Paynter recommends. East Coasters are uncommonly friendly and want nothing more than for visitors to enjoy themselves.
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When he’s on the road in New Brunswick and has some extra time, his favourite detour is through Fundy National Park. “I just love that drive,” Paynter says. In Newfoundland, Paynter has driven the width of the island and back many times. Starting in St. John’s, most recently he and some friends explored the Avalon Peninsula before setting off for the west coast. “On our way, we drove down every side road until we couldn’t go any further.” When they reached Gros Morne National Park, they drove across the red-hued Earth’s mantle, one of the only places on the planet where it has heaved above the surface, making it one of the world’s most uncommon experiences. East Coast drives offer significant challenges for a car, but Subaru’s Wilderness models are equal to the task. “If you’re off road, in the snow or mud, the X-Mode changes the car altogether. As a test,” Paynter reco m m e n d s , “find a steep hill, stop and press X-Mode. The car will walk down that hill without a sign of slide. It’s fun to experience.” In Nova Scotia, Paynter enjoys the South Shore where he says he could spend at least a week exploring the back roads on his way to his favourite outing, a whale watching trip from Briar Island. “Not only is the drive down Digby Neck beautiful, the guides put you right in the middle of a pod of whales, then shut down the engines.” He remembers looking into the eye of a humpback calf that surfaced beside the boat. In Cape Breton Highlands National Park, a Subaru Wilderness model will easily conquer the winding, hilly, graveled 10-kilometre road to the beautiful Mary Ann Falls. It’s one of the most photogenic in the province and a popular swimming destination. “The Subaru shines because it does all this in a price range lower than pretty well anything else,” Paynter adds. At the same time, Subarus have demonstrated they place among the best for resale value. Look for Paynter and the Subaru exhibit at the Saltscapes Expo 2022. It’ll be the one with all the outdoor gear—kayaks, camping gear, packs—to outfit a Subaru Wilderness model for uncommon backcountry experiences. “I’m a car guy,” Paynter says. “When I retire, I’ll still be driving a Subaru, doing things with my Wilderness model that most people know their cars can’t do.” It’s easy to imagine bumping into him deep down some Parks Canada access road, seeking out some breathtakingly beautiful waterfall or scenic lookoff in his Wilderness Subaru. subaru.ca
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Fabulous Fredericton puts out the welcome mat Welcoming people back to the riverside capital
“THE SALTSCAPES EXPO is always a great way to kick off the summer season, and we are excited to be back,” Holly Kirkpatrick says. She’s the consumer and leisure market coordinator with Fredericton Tourism. “This show is great for us because the attendees are qualified travellers who are interested in hearing what Fredericton has to offer,” she says. “Our craft beer scene and the Harvest Music Festival are always popular topics of discussion.” They’re so thrilled, they’re giving away money! Drop by the Fredericton booth at the Saltscapes Expo 2022 for a chance to win a Dinner On Us package that comes with accommodations and 50 Downtown Dollars or Business Fredericton North Dollars—they may even have an extra incentive up their sleeve! These two local currencies support small businesses in New Brunswick’s riverside capital. Or just book a Stay & Play package in Fredericton to receive the same bonus dollars, plus free parking. While there, pick up some of the city’s other local currency, Brew Bucks, and hit the Fredericton Taproom Trail to sample craft beers at ten taprooms. Kirkpatrick and her team are so enthusiastic about their city, they’re sure to inspire plans for a weekend getaway or a week-long stay. One of the best ways to enjoy Fredericton is at the renowned Harvest Music Festival, held every autumn in the city centre. Check in with Kirkpatrick’s team for more music mania as the city gears up to host the 2022 East Coast Music Awards in May. Whoot! The Fredericton visual arts scene is also flourishing. Stop by the New Brunswick College of Craft and Design booth to meet artisans offering hands-on demonstrations. Kings Landing is will also be in attendance and will have lots of information on what they will be offering this summer. TourismFredericton.ca
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Home Cottage and Garden
Here’s How.
Supplier of our beautiful greenery and gardening demos
Culture, Music & Travel
Unique Retail
Well worth the drive to our on-site showroom
Living Healthy in Atlantic Canada
Make this the year you #ExploreNB.
Supplier for Saltscapes Culinary stage demonstrations
Well worth the drive to our on-site showroom
Savour the Flavour
Discover the flavours of Nova Scotia’s seafood with Chef ’s competitions
Showcasing the best of what Nova Scotian producers have to
Here’s How.
Purchase advanced tickets for a chance to WIN a Harvest Music Festival Getaway for two
Save $5.00 per couple
Includes two ultimate passes to Harvest Music Festival, featuring Bettye LaVette, Shemekia Copeland, Celisse, Sugaray Rayford with guests Amanda Shires, Larkin Poe, Nikki Yanofsky, and Terra Lightfoot: September 13-18, 2022 in Fredericton, NB. Plus accommodations at the newly renovated premier landmark hotel in the heart of downtown Fredericton: Crowne Plaza Fredericton Lord Beaverbrook. Compliments of Saltscapes wonderful partners Tourism Fredericton and Harvest Music Festival. For advanced tickets visit saltscapesexpo.com/tickets or call toll free: 1-877-311-5877.
($2.50 off each pair of adult admission, for you and an unlimited number of your guests at the 2022 Saltscapes Expo cash gate) (This coupon must be presented at the door (one coupon/group. Cannot be combined with another offer.)
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