On August 15, communities across Canada celebrate National Acadian Day—a vibrant tribute to cultural identity. This year, the ORL marks the occasion by showcasing resources that connect our community to this remarkable history.
In 1881, the first National Convention of the Acadians in Memramcook, New Brunswick, chose August 15—the Feast of the Assumption—as the official day to celebrate Acadian heritage. The choice affirmed a distinct cultural identity and paid tribute to traditions carried from France centuries earlier.
At the ORL, patrons can trace Acadian ancestry with online genealogy resources such as Ancestry and Points to the Past, which include census records, land grants, and parish registers.
Our non-fiction and reference collections offer titles on Acadian history, diaspora, and vibrant traditions, including the spirited and always-popular tintamarre—a lively parade of music that captures the joy of the Acadian community.
This August 15, the ORL celebrates alongside Acadian communities, offering collections and resources that bring Canadian history and tradition to life.
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