Opening Ceremony of the Grand Rassemblement Jeunesse 2009
Ms. Françoise Enguehard, President of Société Nationale de l’Acadie said a few words before inviting Her Excellence, the patron of the Grand Rassemblement Jeunesse 2009, to speak at the Opening Ceremony.
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Her Excellency received the first Acadian passport from Ms. Enguehard, a symbolic gesture that truly touched her.
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As the patron of this international event, Her Excellency addressed the importance of mobilization and solidarity among young people: “Be proud of who and what you are. And don’t be afraid to dream big. Know that as you, our youth, pursue your dreams, you will be making Acadia and all of Canada proud.”
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During her opening address given in front of young Acadians from across the country, the Governor General also acknowledged all the efforts the Acadian people are making to preserve their identity.
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Gilliane Beaulieu, vice-president of the Fédération de la jeunesse canadienne-française is one of the dynamic young leaders who said a few words.
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Éric Laroque, youth director of the Fédération des étudiantes et étudiants du Centre Universitaire de Moncton also took a few minutes to talk to the young participants.
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Her Excellency also had the chance to exchange a few words with the premier of New Brunswick, the Honorable Shawn Graham.
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