"Both the British and French built lighthouses after settling in what would become Canada to facilitate their safe passage, and some of those built in Nova Scotia figure among the oldest in North America. As one of the continent’s worst areas for shipwrecks over the past centuries, Nova Scotia’s lighthouse heritage is strong and storied. The Neil Harbour Light[house]holds an ice cream shop". -- Canadian Geographic. ******Some interesting facts: The lighthouse is managed by the Canadian Coast Guard. The light is fixed white and is visible for 13 miles.