Port Hood, the Shire Town of Inverness County, Cape Breton, has had a long history dating back to the earliest days of human settlement in this part of Nova Scotia. The first people who spent time along this shore were the Mi'kmaq-the aboriginal people who are native to this part of Canada. 'Kek-weom-kek' ('sandbar') was the name given to this area by the Mi'kmaq and was the first of a series of names given to Port Hood. The protected harbour with its sandy low-lying beaches was a natural stopping place for many early visitors.
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At StFX, we provide students with a world-class education where the undergraduate is always the clear priority. Our award-winning faculty lead majors and honors programs in 40 departments in the faculties of Arts, Science, Business and Education. Our programs are diverse (from aquatic resources to international development to jazz) and provide students with a firm grounding in the fundamentals, while also addressing the critical issues of today. Our full-time professors teach courses that ignite discovery and spark critical thinking, helping students gain the knowledge and skills to contribute to our society. Our faculty's expertise is matched only by its passion. The academic experience is, in a word, personal. We're here to challenge, stimulate and support you. Come experience it for yourself.