Look up Barachois, an Acadien group and there are a number of different fiddle groups (such as Celtitude/?New Name??) as well.

Still working on your October trip, eh? It's not much closer than Cape Breton is, and most of them will probably be heading for Cape Breton during the second week.

Another singer is Patricia Murray. She and Lenny are both based out of Halifax these days though they certainly play up there.

If you decide on a visit to Halifax, let me know as well.