It’s the 75th anniversary of the Cape Sable Island Causeway.

The Causeway between the island and Barrington was opened in 1949, it cost around $600,000 to build.

Former Premier Angus L. MacDonald was instrumental in the Causeway’s construction, which changed the lives of residents forever.

A celebration is planned for Monday at 10 a.m. at Island View Park.

There will be guest speakers and music, and a new lobster sculpture will be unveiled.

Music will continue throughout the day, you can also take part in a cardboard boat regatta and mackerel derby.