Two high-profile federal leaders will be among those attending National Acadian Day celebrations Thursday in Dieppe.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Conservative leader Andrew Scheer will be part of the official ceremonies at Place 1604 starting at 5 p.m. Premier Blaine Higgs is also expected to attend.
All three will be marching in the Grand Tintamarre which begins at 5:55 p.m. from Place 1604.
The colourful parade will make its way to the Centenaire Arena on Notre-Dame Street for an evening concert.
This year’s festivities coincide with the 2019 World Acadian Congress which now shifts from Prince Edward Island to southeast New Brunswick.
The prime minister has released a statement recognizing National Acadian Day HERE.
Premier Blaine Higgs also has a message for the day HERE.
