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Free Willy! This Nova Scotia Fisherman Captured Something Amazing on Camera!

A fisher from Ingonish caught a rare animal on camera in our waters!
Troy MacNeil says he’s been on the water since 1997, and this was his first time ever seeing an orca here!

Check out the video below!

Turns out killer whales (aka orcas) have been seen in our waters before, but the sightings are few and far between!

My favorite part is when they breach right on cue with the Barenaked Ladies song!

  • Ben Holmes has lived on the South Shore of Nova Scotia for most of his life and has a deep passion for the culture and community of Nova Scotia and the Maritimes. He believes strongly in the importance of radio and other local media, and the role they play in keeping communities informed, connected, and entertained.
    He is the host of “Breakfast With Ben” on CKBW in Bridgewater. When he is not talking, at least not into a microphone, Ben enjoys spending time outdoors, cycling, watching films, taking road trips, and being around family and friends.

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4:35 pm, Apr 11, 2026
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