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Bhutan & Canada: Contrasting Cultures of Democracy Film Screening
November 27, 2008 - November 27, 2008
Time:
7:00pm - 8pm
Location:
GPI Atlantic Office
3006 Oxford St. (corner of Cork & Oxford),
Suite 204
Join us for the debut screening in Halifax of a documentary film produced by GPI Atlantic and Bhutan's Youth Development Fund. Food, drinks and presentations by Bhutanese & Can... |
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Youth Rule! Youth and Democracy
November 20, 2008 - November 20, 2008
Halifax, Nova Scotia
A satellite hook up conference event for youth in Nova Scotia and youth in Bhutan to have a forum on democracy and youth leadership around the 4th International Conference on GNH being held in Thimphu, Bhutan. This will be a once in a lifetime experience for Canadian youth lead... |
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GPI School Tour*
November 20, 2008 - November 22, 2008
Nov 20 - Mahone Bay Jr. High - Times to be Announced
Nov 20 - Lunenburg High School - Times to be Announced
Nov 22 - Class Afloat, Lunenburg - 10:00a.m. - 6:00p.m.
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Redefining Leadership Conference
November 17, 2008 - November 17, 2008
Heartwood Centre, Halifax, Nova Scotia
Times: All Day
Details: GPI Atlantic’s Youth Program and Heartwood Centre for Community Youth Development are hosting a one-day workshop entitled “ReDefining Leadership: Democratic Process and Youth Governance Training Seminar”.
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So Youth'ink You Can Lead? - ReThinking Leadership Training for Youth (aged 14-25)
November 16, 2008 - November 16, 2008
Time:
10am - 4:30pm
Location:
GPI Atlantic Office
3006 Oxford St. (corner of Cork & Oxford),
Suite 204
Offered for free by GPI Atlantic and the HeartWood Centre for Community Youth Development. Participate in a full day training focusing on what it means to be a leader, sharing ideas and... |
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Serving Seniors Social
November 15, 2008 - November 15, 2008
Presented by Tim Horton's in Celebration of Democracy 250. |
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Bhutan & Canada: Contrasting Cultures of Democracy Film Production
November 12, 2008 - November 12, 2008
Time:
6:00pm
Location:
GPI Atlantic Office
3006 Oxford St. (corner of Cork & Oxford),
Suite 204
Join Nova Scotia students and young people on Wednesday, November 12th @ 6 p.m. and star in a short film documenting Canadian and Bhutanese youth views on ‘real democracy’. Opportu... |
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Nova Scotia Music Week
November 6, 2008 - November 9, 2008
D250 is proud to sponsor the voting process for this year’s Nova Scotia Music Week. Music Nova Scotia exists to grow and nurture the Nova Scotia music industry, and to retain our talent. D250 is proud to honour our musicians! This year, Nova Scotia Music week will be held at various venu... |
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FREE Democracy 250 Youth Concert
October 23, 2008 - October 23, 2008
Featuring Joel Plaskett and Stephanie Hardy
1:00pm - 5:00pm
Shipyard Landing Gazebo
Bridgewater, Nova Scotia
For more information please contact:
Democracy 250
Email: democracy250@gov.ns.ca
Telephone: 902-424-1820
Sponsor: Democracy 250 |
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DRUM! School Tour
October 20, 2008 - November 14, 2008
Sponsored by Democracy 250, DRUM! will be bringing their acclaimed musical performances to students across the province during October and November 2008.
Monday, October 20
MABOU - Dalbrae Academy
MARGAREE HARBOUR - CB Highlands Education Centre
Tuesday, October 21
SYDNEY -École &Eacut... |
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Arts and Culture Summit of the Acadian Federation of Nova Scotia
October 17, 2008 - October 18, 2008
This 2 day summit will bring together all walks of Acadians to strategically discuss the role of arts and culture within the overall Acadian community. A Gala concert will take place October 18 as is open to the general public.
For more info contact; www.federationacadienne.ca |
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EduNova - Student Leadership Conference
October 17, 2008 - October 19, 2008
Halifax, Nova Scotia
On October, 17 – 19, 2008 EduNova will hold a conference for local and international students with a focus on “active citizenship”. The conference will be offered to students studying in Nova Scotia high schools, and will showcase Nova Scotia’s rich demo... |
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Youth First Ministers Conference
October 17, 2008 - October 19, 2008
Toronto, Ontario
This conference seeks to bring youth leaders from across Canada to foster new relationships and partnerships, to provide an opportunity for youth to engage in dialogue about issues that are of concern to them and to build and develop strong leadership skills.
For more information,... |
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Pier 21 Citizenship Week Event
October 15, 2008 - October 15, 2008
Pier 21 Immigration Museum, Halifax, NS
Times: To be Announced
Details: To be Announced
For more information, please contact:
Moira MacLeod
Email: macleoml@gov.ns.ca
Telephone: 902.424.1122 |
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Symphony Nova Scotia School Tour
October 14, 2008 - November 14, 2008
Symphony Nova Scotia will be touring schools in Nova Scotia in partnership with Democracy 250 this fall:
Oct. 14 at Cobequid Educational Centre in Truro
Oct. 20 at Membertou Convention Centre for Sydney Schools
Oct. 21 at SAERC in Port Hawkesbury
Nov. 13 at Par-en-bas High School near Yarmouth
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Pizza, Pop & Politics: Youth Rally & Why Black Youth Should Vote
October 11, 2008 - October 11, 2008
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
If you’re between the ages of 18 & 30 this youth rally is for you. We want to hear what Black Youth are saying about Politics, Democracy and why they should vote!
WHERE: North Preston Community Cte.
WHEN: Sat. Oct. 11, 2008
TIME: 12:00 - 2: PM
Guest Speaker: Pe... |
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Get out the Youth Vote - Classroom discussion at the Mount
October 9, 2008 - October 9, 2008
Time: 9am and 1:30pm
Location: MountSaint Vincent Classrooms
D250 and MSVU know how importance of voting! We'll be talking to students in their classes about the process of voting, how they can vote on October 14th and why voting is SO IMPORTANT!
Contact Person: Amy Theriault - 902-722-1308... |
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Phoenix House
October 7, 2008 - October 7, 2008
Phoenix House, Halifax, Nova Scotia
Local candidates will gather at Phoenix House to discuss the upcoming election and the importance of voting. D250 is pleased to provide educational resources and merchandise at this event.
Times: 5:00pm - 6:30pm
For more information, please contact:
Amy ... |
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Change of Season Pow Wow
October 3, 2008 - October 5, 2008
On the grassed area of the old high school grounds on King Street Hill in Shelburne
A show of dancing, drumming, singing, story telling...and many cultural events all weekend long!
For more information, please contact:
Amy Theriault
902.424.1820 / theriaaj@gov.ns.ca |
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Democracy's Shifting Shorelines: Representation, Citizenship & Governance
October 3, 2008 - October 5, 2008
The 34th Annual Conference of the Atlantic Provinces Political Science Association (APPSA)
Democracy 250 will be sponsoring the 34th Annual APPSA Conference - Democracy's Shifting Shorelines: Representation, Citizenship & Governance hosted by St. Marys University.
This conference w... |
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Democracy 250 All-Day Celebration
October 2, 2008 - October 2, 2008
Come join us in Halifax on October 2nd as we turn back the hands of time to 1758. The Democracy 250 Anniversary Celebration will kick off with life as it was in the late 18th century. Halifax's Grand Parade will be a bustle with historic animators, artisans, entertainment, and much more. The d... |
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D250 and Apathy is Boring Dialogue and Concert-Montreal Pop Festival
October 1, 2008 - October 1, 2008
Continuing with our partnership with Apathy is Boring, D250 youth ambassador Stephanie Hardy will perform with female hip hop artists Michie Mee and Eternia for a "Honey Jam" set to open this years Montreal Pop Festival. The concert will be preceded by a dialogue focused on Women in Hip Ho... |
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Word on the Street
September 28, 2008 - September 28, 2008
D250 is proud to sponsor the “Young Adult and Graphic Novel” stage at this year’s festival at the Cunard Centre. Word on the Street is the largest single-day community event in NS, celebrating books, reading, writing, education and literacy. Be sure to check out our D250 booth! |
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Rockin' in the Free World Concert
September 27, 2008 - September 27, 2008
D250 Rockin in the Free World Concert- FREE concert in the Grand Parade
starting at 2pm and goes to 11:30! (Rain OR Shine!)
Featuring*
Special Guest: Multi-Platinum Recording Artists, HEDLEY
Lone Cloud
Stephanie Hardy
Blueberry Grunt
Samantha Robichaud
Theo Tam... |
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AGNS Exhibition - The Roots of Democracy: Nova Scotia in the 18th Century
September 25, 2008 - November 15, 2008
Halifax, Nova Scotia
With a tentative launch date of September 25th, the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia and Democracy 250 will be hosting an exhibition entitled The Roots of Democracy: Nova Scotia in the 18th Century.
Featuring maps, drawings and prints that are rarely seen at the gallery, as well as ... |
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D250 ViewFinders Screening
September 20, 2008 - September 20, 2008
ViewFinders and Democracy 250, the celebration of democracy in Nova Scotia, have partnered to create a FREE filmmaking camp for youth ages 13 to 18 that is taking place at the East Preston Recreational Centre in East Preston, NS and at the Centre for Art Tapes (CFAT) in Halifax, NS in July and Aug... |
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National Youth Symposium
September 20, 2008 - September 20, 2008
In partnership with Apathy is Boring, D250 will host 100 youth from across Canada to discuss issues of importance to youth and the need for democratic renewal. Youth will also participate in a discussion with The Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean Governor General of Canada on youth engagement.&nb... |
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D250 Rollercoaster University Tour
September 20, 2008 - September 24, 2008
Join D250 and Youth Ambassador Nikki Balch of Z103 as we present our FREE Rollercoaster Tour of campuses across Nova Scotia. Check out performances from ill Scarlett, Jimmy Swift Band, Tom Fun Orchestra and Alert the Medic! Only students from each respective university are invited to att... |
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Football Game Featuring Saint Mary's vs. Mount Allison
September 19, 2008 - September 19, 2008
St. Mary’s University, Halifax, Nova Scotia
D250 is sponsoring this football showdown, which will kick-off St. Mary's annual Homecoming Weekend. Start time is 7 pm - don't miss an exciting night of varsity football! |
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The Peaceful Revolution - 250 Years of Democracy in Nova Scotia by John Boileau
September 16, 2008 - September 16, 2008
This invitation-only event officially launches The Peaceful Revolution – 250 Years of Democracy in Nova Scotia by John Boileau. This book, co-published by Democracy 250 and Nimbus Publishing explains and celebrates the roots of one of the most successful democracies in history. The... |
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Halifax's North End Community Festival hosted by Taryn Della
September 14, 2008 - September 14, 2008
Start Time: 12pm - Noon
***Date: Moved to the Rain Date of September 14th
This day begins with an ecumenical prayer and a drumming circle followed by seven musical acts, the return of North End Idol sponsored by Democracy 250, and "Don't Wanna Make My Brown Eyes Blue," by Taryn Della in ... |
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Martin Luther King Initiative Launch - Press Conference
September 13, 2008 - September 13, 2008
A press conference on Saturday, September 13, will mark the official launch of the Martin Luther King Initiative sponsored by Democracy 250.
The project will encourage black youth, especially between the ages of 18 and 30, to get involved in their communities, and vote in the upcoming municipal and... |
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Summer Concert Series
September 13, 2008 - September 13, 2008
HMCS Sackville - Halifax Waterfront
Join us on the HMCS Sackville every Saturday from 7 pm-8:30 pm this summer for great live music performances from D250 youth ambassadors. The schedule will rotate between Dwight d’Eon, Stephanie Hardy, Jordan Croucher - keep your eyes o... |
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Stand Up Against Bullying Day
September 11, 2008 - September 11, 2008
September 11, the third Thursday of the school year, marks Stand up Against Bullying Day in 2008 in Nova Scotia. Inspired by two of D250’s Youth Ambassadors, DJ Shepherd and Travis Price, students across the province will wear pink to show their support.
Click here to read Travis... |
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Historica Encounters Program
September 7, 2008 - September 13, 2008
This program will bring together 100 young Canadians from different backgrounds and regions together in order to give them the opportunity to learn about one another, discover more about Canada from each other and to gain a better understanding about Canadian institutions. For more information on th... |
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Summer Concert Series
September 6, 2008 - September 6, 2008
HMCS Sackville - Halifax Waterfront
Join us on the HMCS Sackville every Saturday from 7 pm-8:30 pm this summer for great live music performances from D250 youth ambassadors. The schedule will rotate between Dwight d’Eon, Stephanie Hardy, Jordan Croucher - keep your eyes o... |
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Nova Scotia International Airshow
September 6, 2008 - September 7, 2008
Check out the booth for more information on the D250 project as well as upcoming events! For more information on the Nova Scotia International Airshow, please click here. |
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Pavilion All Ages Venue Concert Series Continues
September 5, 2008 - September 27, 2008
D250 is proud to sponsor an all ages concert series at the Pavilion over the summer and fall. The September schedule is as follows:
September 5 – Cryptopsy, Origin, Others
September 6 – A Sight For Sewn Eyes, Thy Goat, Tupperware Remix Party, Andrew Wiseman, The Love Machine, Hey Baby... |
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Frosh Week Tour
September 2, 2008 - September 8, 2008
Keep a look out for D250 at your campus this week! Check out the booth for more information on the D250 project as well as upcoming events! We will be going across the province so get ready to see us at your university or college! |
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Summer Concert Series
August 30, 2008 - August 30, 2008
HMCS Sackville - Halifax Waterfront
Join us on the HMCS Sackville every Saturday from 7 pm-8:30 pm this summer for great live music performances from D250 youth ambassadors. The schedule will rotate between Dwight d’Eon, Stephanie Hardy, Jordan Croucher - keep your eyes o... |
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Democracy 250 Shines Spotlight on Youth
August 28, 2008 - August 28, 2008
Province House is shining a bit brighter thanks to 25 students supporting their community and a good cause.
Democracy 250 co-chair Russell MacLellan helped kick off Dalhousie Student Union's 2008 Shinerama campaign today, Aug. 28, at Province House. Mr. MacLellan was the first to have his shoes sh... |
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Beach Warrior Contest
August 23, 2008 - August 23, 2008
Check out the Democracy 250 booth for more information on our celebrations at this fun and educational surfing event geared to raising awareness of coastal environmental issues. Take part in the Fun Surf Expression Session open to all skill levels. Great prizes too! |
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Summer Concert Series
August 23, 2008 - August 23, 2008
HMCS Sackville - Halifax Waterfront
Join us on the HMCS Sackville every Saturday from 7 pm-8:30 pm this summer for great live music performances from D250 youth ambassadors. The schedule will rotate between Dwight d’Eon, Stephanie Hardy, Jordan Croucher - keep your eyes o... |
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We Are Many Festival
August 22, 2008 - August 24, 2008
WAM is a new festival taking place in Saskatoon to celebrate community involvement, arts, culture and the environment. Stop by the Democracy 250 booth for more information on our celebrations. For more information on the festival, please click here.
Voting Results from the We Are Many f... |
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Clam Harbour Beach Sandcastle and Sculpture Contest
August 17, 2008 - August 17, 2008
This year marks the 20th anniversary of this popular family event! Come out for a day (9am-4pm) of fun in the sun for all ages at a popular eastern shore beach. While there be sure to vote on the D250 Make Your Mark People’s Choice Award! |
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Summer Concert Series
August 16, 2008 - August 16, 2008
HMCS Sackville - Halifax Waterfront
Join us on the HMCS Sackville every Saturday from 7 pm-8:30 pm this summer for great live music performances from D250 youth ambassadors. The schedule will rotate between Dwight d’Eon, Stephanie Hardy, Jordan Croucher - keep your eyes o... |
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Pavilion All Ages Venue Concert Series
August 14, 2008 - August 28, 2008
Halifax, Nova Scotia
D250 is proud to sponsor an all ages concert series at the Pavilion over the summer and fall. The August Schedule is as follows:
Thursday, August 14 - Children of Eve, In This Style, Ghettosocks, Thy Goat
Thursday, August 21 - Darknes... |
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World Youth Congress/ Kick off Civic Duty Concert Series
August 13, 2008 - August 14, 2008
Quebec City
The purpose of this conference is to gather youth, government, aid agencies and interested individuals who share the belief that youth, working in partnership with other stake-holders, can play a major role in helping to end poverty in a sustainable way. D250 will be partnering up with ... |
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Summer Concert Series
August 9, 2008 - August 9, 2008
HMCS Sackville - Halifax Waterfront
Join us on the HMCS Sackville every Saturday from 7 pm-8:30 pm this summer for great live music performances from D250 youth ambassadors. The schedule will rotate between Dwight d’Eon, Stephanie Hardy, Jordan Croucher - keep your eyes o... |
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Dutch Mason Blues Festival
August 8, 2008 - August 10, 2008
Check out the Democracy 250 booth for more information on this year’s celebrations. For more information on the Dutch Mason Blues Festival, taking place on the Truro Raceway and Exhibition Grounds, Bible Hill, please visit click here. |
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National Legion Track and Field Event
August 6, 2008 - August 11, 2008
Sherbrooke, Quebec
Canada's only championship meet and training camp for 12 to 17 year-olds. About 400 young Canadians, coaches, and chaperones will attend the week-long event.
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Democracy 250: A Mi'kmaq Perspective airs on Eastlink
August 6, 2008 - August 27, 2008
A film exploring the evolution of Canadian democracy from an aboriginal perspective will air on EastLink TV every Wednesday in August at 9 p.m.
Democracy 250: A Mi'kmaq Perspective, was commissioned as part of celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of the birth of parliamentary democracy in C... |
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Summer Concert Series
August 2, 2008 - August 2, 2008
HMCS Sackville - Halifax Waterfront
Join us on the HMCS Sackville every Saturday from 7 pm-8:30 pm this summer for great live music performances from D250 youth ambassadors. The schedule will rotate between Dwight d’Eon, Stephanie Hardy, Jordan Croucher - keep your eyes o... |
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Democracy 250 - Ceremony of the Flags Honours Democracy's Beginnings
August 1, 2008 - August 1, 2008
The boom of cannons and the beating of drums will roll across Citadel Hill on Monday, Aug. 4, as 250 cadets perform the historical Ceremony of the Flags.
The event, presented by Democracy 250 to celebrate the birth of democracy in Canada, is open to the public and begins at 7 p.m.
"The Ceremo... |
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Summer Concert Series
July 26, 2008 - July 26, 2008
HMCS Sackville - Halifax Waterfront
Join us on the HMCS Sackville every Saturday from 7 pm-8:30 pm this summer for great live music performances from D250 youth ambassadors. The schedule will rotate between Dwight d’Eon, Stephanie Hardy, Jordan Croucher - keep your eyes o... |
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Summer Concert Series
July 19, 2008 - July 19, 2008
HMCS Sackville - Halifax Waterfront
Join us on the HMCS Sackville every Saturday from 7 pm-8:30 pm this summer for great live music performances from D250 youth ambassadors. The schedule will rotate between Dwight d’Eon, Stephanie Hardy, Jordan Croucher - keep your eyes o... |
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250 More Years of Democracy, a Contest for Young Canadians
July 14, 2008 - July 14, 2008
A national contest encouraging young Canadians to grab their cellphones and video cameras and share their vision of the next 250 years of democracy in Canada is open until Sept. 5.
Local contests are also being held in conjunction with concerts in Quebec City, Montreal and Halifax, co-sponsored by... |
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Summer Concert Series
July 12, 2008 - July 12, 2008
HMCS Sackville - Halifax Waterfront
Join us on the HMCS Sackville every Saturday from 7 pm-8:30 pm this summer for great live music performances from D250 youth ambassadors. The schedule will rotate between Dwight d’Eon, Stephanie Hardy, Jordan Croucher - keep your eyes o... |
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D250 Launches Summer Concert Series Aboard HMCS Sackville
July 11, 2008 - July 11, 2008
Democracy 250 will rock the Halifax waterfront aboard the HMCS Sackville this summer with a free concert series aimed at encouraging youth to celebrate 250 years of democratic government in Nova Scotia.
The concert series will run every Saturday from July 12 to Aug. 30 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. It... |
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Democracy 250 hosts Chester Students for Lunch
June 20, 2008 - June 20, 2008
Pizza and politics were on the menu June 17, as Democracy 250 co-chairs Dr. John Hamm and Russell MacLellan hosted Grade 7 students from ChesterAreaMiddle School at Province House for lunch and a discussion on democracy.
Alfie MacLeod, Speaker of the House of Assembly and the Honourable Judy Strea... |
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Democracy 250 has been holding Youth Forums in School Board Districts Across NS
May 20, 2008 - May 20, 2008
Democracy 250 has been holding youth forums in school board districts across the province. The students discuss issues of concern to youth, participate in a mock vote and have the opportunity to ask former premiers and Democracy 250 co-chairs Dr. John Hamm and Russell MacLellan about politics and is... |
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Democracy 250 Hosts Cape Breton Students for Lunch
May 13, 2008 - May 13, 2008
Pizza and politics were on the menu today, May 13, as Democracy 250 co-chair Russell MacLellan and Cape Breton Regional Municipality Mayor John Morgan hosted Grade 8 students from MacLennanJunior High School for lunch and a discussion on democracy and municipal government.
An initiative of Democrac... |
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Youth Meeting Scheduled for Debert
May 12, 2008 - May 12, 2008
About 100 students from the Chignecto-Central Regional School Board will gather today, May 12, at the Debert Hospitality Centre to attend the seventh of eight D250 youth meetings being held across Nova Scotia.
The youth meetings are a Democracy 250 initiative supported by VOX: Point of Youth, the D... |
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Youth Meeting Scheduled for Port Hawkesbury
May 8, 2008 - May 8, 2008
More than 100 students from the Strait Regional School Board will gather today, May 8, at the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre to attend the sixth of eight D250 youth meetings being held across Nova Scotia.
The youth meetings are a Democracy 250 initiative supported by VOX: Point of Youth, the Departme... |
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South Shore Students Discuss Democracy
April 25, 2008 - April 25, 2008
High school students from eight schools in the South Shore Regional School Board district eagerly shared their views on issues of concern in Bridgewater today, April 25. The Democracy 250 initiative, supported by VOX: Point of Youth, the Department of Education, the South Shore Regional School ... |
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D250 Youth Site Launched
April 23, 2008 - April 23, 2008
A dynamic, youth-focused website aimed at getting more young people thinking about the importance of voting is up and running.
An initiative of Democracy 250, the bilingual website, www.D250.ca, identifies issues of concern to youth, contains edgy video performances and allows for voting on topic... |
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Nikki Balch, Sarah Conrad Latest Democracy 250 Youth Ambassadors
April 18, 2008 - April 18, 2008
Two more youth ambassadors have signed up to lend their talents and voices to the Democracy 250 initiative.
Nikki Balch, Z103.5 morning host, and Sarah Conrad, Nova Scotia's 2006 female athlete of the year, are taking the message about the importance of voting to young Canadians.
"I s... |
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Cape Breton Students Discuss Democracy
April 11, 2008 - April 11, 2008
One hundred students decked out in D250: Make Your Mark T-shirts in North Sydney today, April 11th, discussed issues of concern to youth and why many young people don't vote.
The Democracy 250 initiative, supported by VOX: Point of Youth, the Department of Education, the Cape Breton Victoria Region... |
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Annapolis Valley Youth Forum Makes its Mark on Students
March 31, 2008 - March 31, 2008
One-hundred AnnapolisValley students participated in a day-long session discussing issues of concern to youth. The Valley session, the first of eight youth meetings to be held across the province, was a successful event. Here’s what the youth had to say about their day:
-85% of studen... |
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Valley Students Discuss Democracy
February 29, 2008 - February 29, 2008
One-hundred Annapolis Valley students wearing D250: Make Your Mark T-shirts participated in a mock election in Berwick today, Feb. 29, before discussing issues of concern to youth.
The Valley session, the first of eight youth meetings to be held across the province, is a Democracy 250 initiative su... |
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Youth Ambassadors Help Launch Youth Campaign
February 21, 2008 - February 21, 2008
Youth ambassadors helped launch a campaign today, Feb. 21, aimed at getting young people more involved in communities and voting.
Democracy 250 co-chair John Hamm was joined at Province House by local hip hop artist Jordan Croucher, 2008 ECMA award winner Stephanie Hardy, singer/songwriter Dwight d... |
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Democracy 250 Co-chair Hosts Lunch for Students
February 20, 2008 - February 20, 2008
Pizza and politics were on the menu at Province House today, Feb. 20, as Democracy 250 co-chair John Hamm hosted Grade 7 students from Eastern Passage Education Centre for lunch and a discussion on democracy.
The students were greeted by Sergeant-at-Arms Ken Greenham and toured Province Hou... |
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