The sounds of crowds singing Ave Maris Stella could be heard in Bouctouche on Sunday afternoon as New Brunswickers gathered to raise their flags for National Acadian Day. Beauséjour MP Dominic LeBlanc and Premier Blaine Higgs made an appearance during the raising of the flag in the town. "It's always exciting to celebrate Acadian Day on August 15, to celebrate the Acadian culture, the French language, the survival of the Acadian people…" LeBlanc said. New Brunswickers donned the colours of the Acadian flag while taking part in a parade in Bouctouche Sunday afternoon. Parade in Moncton cancelledThe city of Moncton was also expecting to have a parade this Sunday, but it was cancelled following an increase in infections.

Source: CBC News August 15, 2021 19:41 UTC