Council did at the May 4th Committee of the Whole meeting, pass the following proclamation to proclaim May 2022, as "Gaelic Nova Scotia Month".
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PROCLAMATION
MAY 2022 GAELIC NOVA SCOTIA MONTH
WHEREAS 2022 marks the 26th anniversary of Gaelic Nova Scotia Month,
which is a time to recognize, honour and celebrate the history, culture, language, contributions and achievements of Gaels across the province;
AND WHEREAS Gaelic culture is an integral part of the identity of Nova Scotia and one of the earliest non-Indigenous cultures to settle in Mi’kma’ki;
AND WHEREAS new generations of language learners and cultural champions carry on the legacy of Gaelic Nova Scotia’s tradition bearers;
AND WHEREAS government remains committed to collaborating with Gaelic communities to support opportunities for enhanced learning to ensure Gaelic language and culture will thrive in the Municipality of the District of Guysborough;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED I Warden Vernon Pitts, on behalf of the Municipality of the District of Guysborough, do herby proclaim May 2022 as
“Gaelic Nova Scotia Month”.
MOTION CARRIED