Grand Narrows is an unincorporated community in the Canadian province of Nova Scotia, located in Cape Breton Regional Municipality. The community holds a notable place in provincial history as the birthplace of George Henry Murray, the longest serving Premier of Nova Scotia.
The Barra Strait Marina
The Barra Strait Marina is located in Grand Narrows and is operated by the Grand Narrows Waterfront Development Society. The marina serves as a key local waterfront facility within the community.
A Community with Historical Significance
Though small and unincorporated, Grand Narrows carries a meaningful place in Nova Scotia’s political history. George Henry Murray, who was born in the community, went on to become the longest serving Premier in the province’s history – a distinction that sets Grand Narrows apart among communities of similar size in Cape Breton Regional Municipality.