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Understanding Halifax’s Cultural Life

Halifax’s cultural life draws on African Nova Scotian communities, immigrant traditions and a large student population. Its neighbourhoods and arts institutions offer different ways to encounter those influences.

Understanding Halifax’s Cultural Life

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Culture here reaches beyond the waterfront’s maritime stories. The historic African Nova Scotian community and Greek and Lebanese communities have contributed to local life, while post-secondary students influence the urban arts scene. Read the North End’s artistic character and the city’s performance traditions alongside that broader community history.

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  • Explore the focused theatre, visual arts and museum guides to choose a specific cultural visit.

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