Why is it called Neap? 

We live next to the Bay of Fundy, home to the highest tides in the world. The rise and fall of the water here is dramatic and powerful—and part of what makes this place so special.

But a neap tide is different. It’s the quiet tide—not the highest high or the lowest low.

That’s the feeling we want this magazine to capture for our readers. The average days that are still full of possibility and joy.

We chose the name Neap because, even beside the world’s biggest tides, there’s beauty in the calm.

What is the magazine about?

Neap is a magazine focused on stories that are kind, joyful, and rooted in community.

Some are lighthearted, some reflective—but all are meant to make you feel good. We celebrate the people, places, and moments that make this part of Nova Scotia so special.

Is the magazine just good news? 

Pretty much, yes!

We know that what we focus on is what flourishes, and we want those happy, good, joyful, and kind stories to flourish throughout our community. 

We get it - this doesn’t stop the negative things from being real. However, there are many places to get those stories - but Neap isn’t one of them.

When you finish reading Neap, we want you to be calm, refreshed, and happy.

Is the magazine really made locally? 

Yes, it is!
From writing and photography to layout and printing, we’re doing our best to keep things local. It’s part of our commitment to supporting our province and investing in the people who live in Nova Scotia.

How often is the magazine published? 

The magazine is just starting, so for our first year we will publish 4 issues. We will publish seasonally, with new issues being released in September, December, March, and June! 

Where can I find a copy? 

You can purchase directly from Neap here and we hope to have local shops carry copies as well - stay tuned!

If you think we should stock your favourite shop, send us a message and let us know. 

Is the magazine available online or print? 

Currently just print, as our goal is to allow for a moment of slowing down and enjoying the magazine over a good cup of tea or coffee.

Can I get the magazine mailed to me? 

Yes, you sure can! We use Canada Post to deliver through letter-mail. Order your subscription here. 

How do I subscribe? 

Well, thank you for asking! You can order a subscription for yourself or purchase a gift subscription for a friend.

Can I send a gift subscription to someone? 

You sure can! What a great gift for someone, especially someone that’s moved away and wants to stay in touch with the community. 

What if I move? How can I change my mailing address? 

Yes, send us an email as soon as possible, so you don’t miss any issues.

How can I submit a story, photo, or idea? 

We’d love to hear from you! Check out the 'submissions page' to learn more about what Neap is looking for and how to connect!

Is this made by people or AI? 

Neap is all about people - our stories, photos, designs, and mistakes are all created by people. We do not using artificial intelligence to write our articles or create our artwork.

If you spot a mistake in our work - first thank you, we are so grateful that you're checking us out ;) second, we hope you like our human errors more than a perfect bot.

Can I advertise in the magazine? 

Absolutely! We love working with small businesses, artists, service providers, and community organizations. We offer a variety of ad sizes and styles to fit different needs and budgets.

That said, space is limited—our priority is keeping the magazine content-rich and ad-light, so we carefully curate the number of ads in each issue.

Check out the 'advertising page' to read more and connect with us today!

How can I support your work? 

There are lots of ways to support Neap, and every bit helps:

• Tell your friends, neighbours, and coworkers
• Buy a subscription (or gift one!)
• Pick up a copy at a local shop
• Let a business know you saw their ad in Neap
• Share kind words or story ideas—we love hearing from you

Big or small, your support means the world to us!