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Democracy 250 Hosts Special Ceremony for New Canadians
January 30, 2008
Twenty-five new Canadians from 16 countries were sworn in today, Jan. 30, at a special Citizenship and Immigration Canada ceremony.
The ceremony, hosted by Democracy 250 co-chairs John Hamm and Russell MacLellan and presided over by Citizenship Court Judge, Linda Carvey, kicked off a year-long celebration marking the 250th anniversary of the first elected assembly in what is now Canada.
Members of the Nova Scotia Legislature, the judiciary and the RCMP were also in attendance.
Mr. MacLellan welcomed new Canadians and guests. "It was the perfect start to a year in which we will celebrate Nova Scotia's pioneering role in shaping parliamentary democracy in our country," said Mr. MacLellan.
"In many respects, what happened here in Nova Scotia 250 years ago, started our nation on the road to democracy and created the conditions that led people to choose Canada as their new home today."
Dr. Hamm said "Canada is a country broad in scope and big of heart. It is recognized the world over for its generosity and the abundance of freedoms it provides its citizens."
Premier Rodney MacDonald, Leonard Preyra, on behalf of Opposition leader, Darrell Dexter, and Stephen McNeil, leader of the Nova Scotia Liberal Party, were also on hand to bring greetings to new Canadians.
Tunisia, China, Ethiopia, Ireland, Saudi Arabia, the United States and Russia were among the 16 countries of origin represented at today's ceremony.
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Canada's Merchant Navy Commemorated
September 23, 2008
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National Aboriginal Day
June 20, 2008
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Youth Meeting Scheduled for Debert
May 12, 2008
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D250 Youth Site Launched
April 23, 2008
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A dynamic, youth-focused website aimed at getting more young people thinking about the importance of voting is up and running...
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2008 Provincial Historica Fair
April 17, 2008
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The 2008 Provincial Historica Fair, an exhibition of history projects by 28 Nova Scotian students, will be on displayed at th...
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Valley Students Discuss Democracy
February 29, 2008
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One-hundred Annapolis Valley students wearing D250: Make Your Mark T-shirts participated in a mock election in Berwick today,...
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Honouring Our Veterans By Voting
November 9, 2007
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As we prepare to gather around our local cenotaphs to honour and remember our veterans, we should reflect on what they fought...
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Signs Salute Veterans
November 9, 2007
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Travellers will notice an addition to the Veterans Memorial signs along Highway 102.
In recognition of next year's c...
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30 Years Strong and Looking Ahead
October 9, 2007
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Increasing women's participation in public decision-making, engaging youth, and creating a more inclusive society are some of...
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Road Sign Unveiled
October 2, 2007
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Democracy 250 co-chairs Dr. John Hamm and Russell MacLellan took their message about the importance of democracy on...
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Former Premiers Launch Website
September 26, 2007
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Nova Scotia helped shape parliamentary democracy in Canada, now, to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the country's first el...
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Launch Held at Special Ceremony
May 23, 2007
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Veterans, students, MLAs, MPs and senators, members of the judiciary and the military gathered at Province House today, May...
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