Top X Posts (formerly Tweets) for Heritage Day in 2024
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Happy Family Day in Alberta, British Columbia, New Brunswick, Ontario and Saskatchewan. Happy Louis Riel Day in Manitoba. Happy Heritage Day in Nova Scotia. Happy Islander Day in Prince Edward Island! Happy Winter Carnival Day in Corner Brook, NFLD! Show more
— Craig Baird - Canadian History Ehx (@CraigBaird) February 19, 2024
Today is a holiday of many names in Canada, but there was an effort for a nationwide Heritage Day in February. And it was led by Pierre Berton. Berton tried to use his substantial national profile to create a holiday to celebrate the history and heritage of Canada during the… Show more
— Craig Baird - Canadian History Ehx (@CraigBaird) February 19, 2024
It's Nova Scotia Heritage Day here in - you guessed it - Nova Scotia, Canada . While I'm new to this statutory holiday, I find it an excellent opportunity to reflect on the province's unique history, including all its nuances and complexities. Show more
Today is Heritage Day. This year we honour William Hall, VC. A son of refugees of the War of 1812, Hall was the first Black person, first Nova Scotian, and third Canadian to receive the Victoria Cross. Learn more about William Hall’s life and legacy at Show more Quote Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage @NS_CCTH · 2h 2:17 Today we honour William Hall, VC (1827-1904) who made history as the first Black person to receive the Victoria Cross.
Today is Nova Scotia Heritage Day and celebrated as Family Day in most provinces of Canada. This occasion serves as a reminder of the rich history of the province and a chance to pay tribute to the remarkable individuals, places, and events that have contributed to its heritage.… Show more
Happy Heritage Day! We encourage you to take time to commend the extraordinary figures, locations, and moments shaping our province’s distinct legacy. This year, we celebrate William Hall, the first Black person and the first Nova Scotian to earn the Victoria Cross, the Empire’s… Show more
This year's Nova Scotia Heritage Day is dedicated to William Hall, the first person of African descent and the first Nova Scotian to be awarded the Victoria Cross. I encourage all Nova Scotians to take some time to learn more about his story, an inspiring piece of NS heritage. Show more
Today is Heritage Day in Nova Scotia and we recognize William Hall who was awarded the Victoria Cross, the British Empire's highest award for bravery, in 1859 - the first Nova Scotian and first person of African descent to receive it.
Happy Nova Scotia Heritage Day! Celebrated the third Monday in February, Nova Scotia Heritage Day is an annual reminder of our storied past and an opportunity to honour the remarkable people, places and events that have contributed to this province’s unique heritage. Show more