The Ability Collective
The Ability Collective hosts Breton Ability’s proud social enterprises: The Best of Cape Breton Gift Shop, AbiliTea’s Café & Janice’s Boutique. Shop local.
An inclusive space that employs & empowers people of varying abilities. Support inclusion. The Best of Cape Breton Gift Shop offers gifts and products made in and related to Cape Breton and the Maritimes. The Best of Cape Breton Gift Shop is a proud social enterprise of Breton Ability Centre (www.bretonability.ca), which offers meaningful employment opportunities to persons with varying abilities. The Best of Cape Breton welcomes custom orders for large or small special events such as weddings, conferences, reunions, and so much more!
📢 Temporary Closure Today
The Ability Collective will be closed today from 12:30–2:00 PM.
We’ll be back open at 2:00 PM and look forward to seeing you then! 💙
Thanks for your understanding!
10/03/2026
Great job as always Robert and Dillon! 👏👏
10/02/2026
🧵💜 For the love of quilting! 💜🧵
Know someone who loves to quilt? Or maybe you’re the one who can’t resist a little stitching! 🪡🧶
From fun quilting quotes to beautiful fabric designs, these quilt-themed items are perfect for adding a little personality to your sewing space or finding a thoughtful gift for the quilter in your life.
📍 Find them at The Best of Cape Breton Gift Shop, part of The Ability Collective, at 300 Charlotte Street, Sydney!
💚 Shop local. Support inclusion. Celebrate creativity.
09/30/2026
🧡 Today, on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we honour the children who never returned home, the Survivors of residential schools, and their families and communities.
Today calls on all of us to listen, learn, remember, and take meaningful action on the path toward reconciliation.
At The Ability Collective, we stand in solidarity with Indigenous peoples and remain committed to creating spaces built on inclusion, respect, understanding, and truth.
Every Child Matters. 🧡
Please note: The Ability Collective is closed today in recognition of this important day.
09/29/2026
💙 Small but full of East Coast charm!
Our Wee Purses are the perfect little accessory for carrying the essentials while showing off a little local pride.
Whether you’re gifting or treating yourself, these little purses make a big statement. 🌊💙
Find them at The Best of Cape Breton Gift Shop!
09/24/2026
Reminder Heroes!
🦸 SUIT UP FOR CALEB’S COURAGE!
Show your support for Caleb’s Courage and the upcoming Superhero Walk, Run, Fly by picking up your official event shirt at The Ability Collective!
Every shirt helps spread awareness and support little superheroes fighting big battles. ❤️💪
📍 Available now at The Ability Collective
300 Charlotte Street, Sydney
Sunday, September 27, 2026
📍 Petersfield Provincial Park
🦸 Fun Run: 10:00 AM
🎉 Followed by the Superhero Celebration
Come Fly With Us! 🦸♀️🦸♂️✨
09/22/2026
A Little Piece of Handmade Cape Breton 🧵💙
These beautiful quilted pot holders are handmade by a local artist, and no two are exactly alike!
With unique fabrics, colours, and patterns, each one has its own personality, making them a practical and special addition to your kitchen.
Find your favourite at Best of Cape Breton Gift Shop at The Ability Collective.
One of a kind. Handmade with heart. ❤️
09/21/2026
🦸 SUIT UP FOR CALEB’S COURAGE!
Show your support for Caleb’s Courage and the upcoming Superhero Walk, Run, Fly by picking up your official event shirt at The Ability Collective!
Every shirt helps spread awareness and support little superheroes fighting big battles. ❤️💪
📍 Available now at The Ability Collective
300 Charlotte Street, Sydney
Sunday, September 27, 2026
📍 Petersfield Provincial Park
🦸 Fun Run: 10:00 AM
🎉 Followed by the Superhero Celebration
Come Fly With Us! 🦸♀️🦸♂️✨
09/21/2026
Wrapped in heritage. Stitched with story. 🍃
The Arran Hooded Cape, handmade by longtime local artisan Heather Knight, is the perfect blend of warmth, craftsmanship, and East Coast charm.
With its rich tones and beautiful detailing, it’s made for crisp walks through the woods, along the waterfront, or anywhere you want to bring a little Cape Breton style with you.
Available now at The Best of Cape Breton Gift Shop at The Ability Collective.
Every purchase helps support meaningful employment and creates opportunities for people of varying abilities. 💚
Come see it for yourself!
09/20/2026
A THANK YOU MESSAGE FROM IAIN KING
"I have been overwhelmed by the response and the messages I have received since my departure for my new role as Soccer Academies Manager at Rangers FC was announced.
"On this platform, my LinkedIn and my Facebook it has all been very humbling.
"I will get around to answering every one of them personally in time but as I get ready for my final week for now I just wanted to say a huge thank you to every player, coach, parent, friend and yes, even the referees who left me in tears with such kind words.
"A special shout out to my U13s Boys Team Manager Holly MacMillan who gave me this killer hoodie designed by gifted husband Mike. I love it and will treasure another prized memory of my time here.
"If you want one....
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| Monday | 9am - 4pm |
| Tuesday | 9am - 4pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 4pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 4pm |
| Friday | 9am - 4pm |
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