While in the massage parlor, Sarah says, "Right this way, Mrs. Tremblay. Tremblay is the last name of the man who plays Julien.
The birth of Trinity's baby is a recreation of The Nativity: Jacob and Trinity are homeless, and forced to stay in a barn, Julian, Ricky and Bubbles represent the Three Wise Men. The items that Jacob steals from the convenience store represent the gifts given to Jesus: Chocolate coins wrapped in gold foil (gold) and air fresheners (Frankincense and Myrrh). Willy the Goat represents the animals in the manger.
The motel is the old Palliser Motel on Tidal Bore Road along the Salmon River in Truro, NS. The Palliser was a mainstay of Truro for over 40 years with a gift shop and restaurant. It was considered the gateway to Truro before it shut down inexplicably in May 2012. It has remained abandoned since.
When Jacob runs out of the pizza/donair shop after holding them up, the owner chases after him and yells "I know that's you Trevor!". Trevor (Michael Jackson) had left the show in season 6. Jacob became his replacement as "jail cover dummies" with Cory.