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Statement by the Prime Minister of Canada on National Acadian Day
Prime Minister Stephen Harper today issued the following statement to mark National Acadian Day:
“On National Acadian Day, Laureen and I join with all people of Acadian origin in celebrating their unique history, language, culture and traditions, as well as their invaluable contributions to
“From the early days of the first French settlement in
“The determination of the Acadian people contributed greatly to maintaining the French presence and to ensuring the vitality of the four
“The roots and culture of the Acadian community, which in
“As Acadians prepare for their Fifth World Acadian Congress in 2014, our Government is proud to lend its continued support and aid to the Acadian population in its economic development efforts.
“On this special day, I urge all Canadians to salute the vibrancy of Acadian communities, whose pride is shared by all of
