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Nova Scotia Symbols and Information

Learn about Nova Scotia, the 2nd smallest Canadian province with rich history and natural beauty. Explore its flag, coat of arms, the Mayflower, settlement history, key sites, and some interesting tidbits.

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Nova Scotia Symbols and Information

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  1. Nova Scotia Symbols and Information

  2. Factoids • One of the four Atlantic Provinces • 2nd smallest province in Canada. • Made of the mainland and Cape Breton Island. • Over 3800 coastal inlets around N.S. • Capital city is Halifax (largest too) • Close to 1 million people live in N.S. • Joined confederation in 1867 (original member)

  3. The Name and The Flag • Nova Scotia means “New Scotland” in latin. • The flag is basically the Cross of St. Andrew with reversed colours. • The Scottish Royal Arms is featured in the centre. • First flag in Canada authorized by the Commonwealth in 1625. • It became the official provincial flag in 1929.

  4. The Mayflower • Also known as the Trailing Arbutus • Became the provincial flower in 1901. • The flower grows low to the ground in forested areas. • Shiny evergreen leaves and light pink flower

  5. The Coat of Arms • Was approved by King Charles I in 1625 • A coat of arms is a shield of arms with extra symbols • The shield is in the middle. • On top of the shield is a golden royal helmet with blue and silver plumes • On top of the helmet, two joined hands, one armored and one bare • On top of the hands are pieces of laurel (peace) and thistle (Scotland) • motto in Latin “One defends and the other conquers” • Unicorn (symbol of Scotland and royalty) • Aboriginal Hunter (first people here) • Mayflowers are along the bottom

  6. Settlement • John Cabot came to NS in 1497 • Mik’Maq native group lived in the area. • French Settlement was built in 1605. • It’s name was Port Royal. • Acadian Expulsion occurred in 1755. (Some went back to France, others to the USA) • Many settlers came from England, Scotland and Germany. • In 1783, thousands came from the USA • In 1784, NB and NS were divided into two areas.

  7. Other tidbits • Bay of Fundy is believed to have the world’s highest tides. • Much of the coastline is very rocky • Many ice-free harbours along the coast. • Canso Causeway connects CB to the mainland. • ¾ of the province is forested. • For seven years after confederation, NS wanted out of Canada. • Rodney MacDonald is the current premier

  8. Some Famous Sites • Peggy’s Cove • Halifax Citadel (built in 1865) • Louisburg (French Fortress built in 1744) • Bras D’Or Lake in Cape Breton • Alexander Graham Bell historic site • Table Head, CB (Marconi) • The Bluenose

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