Visit to Nova Scotia - Day 3
The courtesy call took place at the Village historique acadien de la Nouvelle-Écosse where His Excellency was greeted by youth from the community.
Fri, 06/01/2012 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2012-0274-002
Upon his arrival in Pubnico, His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, met with Mr. Aldric d’Entremont, Warden of the Municipality of the District of Argyle.
Fri, 06/01/2012 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2012-0274-001
Often working behind the scenes, these individuals volunteer their time and efforts to help their fellow citizens. The award also brings to light the example set by volunteers, whose compassion and engagement are a part of our Canadian character.
Fri, 06/01/2012 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2012-0279-003
Created in 1995, the Governor General’s Caring Canadian Award recognizes living Canadians and permanent residents who have made a significant, sustained, unpaid contribution to their community, in Canada or abroad.
Fri, 06/01/2012 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2012-0279-002
Acadian cultural performances by local artists were performed.
Fri, 06/01/2012 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2012-0278-007
On this occasion, His Excellency presented the Caring Canadian Award to members of the Pubnico and the District of Argyle.
Fri, 06/01/2012 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2012-0278-005
The Governor General delivered remarks to community members and thanked them for their warm welcome.
Fri, 06/01/2012 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2012-0278-003
Mr. Aldric d’Entremont, Warden of the Municipality of the District of Argyle, delivered welcoming remarks.
Fri, 06/01/2012 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2012-0278-002
His Excellency also meet with residents of Pubnico and the District of Argyle during a community gathering in honour of his visit.
Fri, 06/01/2012 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2012-0278-001
The museum volunteers administer the artifacts, documents and literature dating back to the 1700’s that depict the history of Acadian ancestors. A hand made quilt was shown to His Excellency.
Fri, 06/01/2012 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2012-0277-002
The Governor General also met with volunteers from the Musée des Acadiens des Pubnicos et Centre de recherche. He discussed the museum's vocation with Bernice d'Entremont.
Fri, 06/01/2012 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2012-0277-001
Following the courtesy call with Mr. Aldric d'Entremont (right), His Excellency, joined by Mr. Roger d’Entremont, Executive Director of the Village historique acadien de la Nouvelle-Écosse (left), visited the historic site.
Fri, 06/01/2012 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2012-0274-006
The Village historique acadien showcases the life, culture and work of the Acadians in the early 1900s.
Fri, 06/01/2012 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2012-0274-005
His Excellency then returned to Halifax to attend a Caring Canadian Award Ceremony hosted by Brigadier-General the Honourable J.J. Grant, Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia, at Government House.
Fri, 06/01/2012 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2012-0279-005