Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia (pronounced /ˌnoʊvə ˈskoʊʃə/) is one of the provinces in Canada, located on the country's Atlantic coast. The name "Nova Scotia" is Latin for "New Scotland", reflecting the area's early settlement by the Scots.
Etymology
The name "Nova Scotia" comes from the Latin nova meaning "new" and Scotia meaning "Scotland". It was first used in 1621 by Sir William Alexander, a Scottish nobleman who was granted the land by James VI of Scotland (who was also James I of England).
Related Terms
- Halifax, Nova Scotia: The capital city of Nova Scotia.
- Cape Breton Island: An island at the eastern end of Nova Scotia.
- Acadians: The descendants of the original French settlers in Nova Scotia.
- Mi'kmaq: The indigenous people of Nova Scotia.
- Maritime Provinces: The region of Canada that includes Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island.
- Atlantic Canada: The region of Canada that includes the Maritime Provinces and Newfoundland and Labrador.
See Also
- History of Nova Scotia
- Geography of Nova Scotia
- Demographics of Nova Scotia
- Economy of Nova Scotia
- Culture of Nova Scotia
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Nova Scotia
- Wikipedia's article - Nova Scotia
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