The community of Greenville, Yarmouth County, was commended for its determination, resilience, diversity, passion, and its people, when presented with the Lieutenant-Governor’s Community Spirit Award on April 6. Nova Scotia Lieutenant-Governor Arthur J. LeBlanc presented the award at the Greenville Community Centre, highlighting the strong sense of connection and belonging within the community.
GREENVILLE, YARMOUTH COUNTY , NS – The community of Greenville , Yarmouth County , was commended for its determination, resilience, diversity, passion, and its people, when presented with the Lieutenant-Governor’s Community Spirit Award on April 6.
With a photo of Dr. Carrie Best in the background in celebration of African Nova Scotian History, drummer Patrick Jarvis performs at an April 6 ceremony in celebration of the community of Greenville receiving a Lieutenant-Governor’s Community Spirit Award. TINA COMEAUGreenville is one of 52 historic Black communities in Nova Scotia. Its history runs deep. In 1820, a colony of Black Loyalist descendants established themselves in the community, then known as Salmon River.
She also added in her nomination,"Communities are based around networks of social relations beyond one’s family. Through this centre, community members stay in regular social contact with one another. This helps people become mentally healthy by being involved with the community centre and committing to this meaningful cause by volunteering.
The gatherings held at the Greenville Community Centre include community meals, weddings, education functions, meetings, cultural events, family events, special events, and other uses. Twila Grosse, the province’s Minister of African Nova Scotian Affairs, said this award shines the spotlight on those who “dedicate themselves to fostering civic engagement, igniting civic pride and painting a future for Greenville that is as bright as the values we uphold.”
West Nova MP Chris d’Entremont thanked community members who work tirelessly to promote a strong sense of community. Yarmouth Mayor Pam Mood extended congratulations to Greenville on receiving a Lieutenant-Governor’s Community Spirit Award, and also helped to present a Community Appreciation Award to Yarmouth Deputy Mayor Steve Berry for his many community contributions. Tina Comeau
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