Office Team members are deeply connected to the community they serve. Team members possess strong language and cultural skills.This assists the Office in working with the Gaelic community, representing its interests and relating to others how the language and culture of Gaels benefit the province and are of national and international significance. Gaelic Nova Scotia carries a rich past and present
s an opportunity for growth and development. Gaelic language and culture influence music, stories, traditions and daily life. Vibrant Gaelic communities contribute to the diversity of the province, making Nova Scotia a place unlike any other to call home or to visit. The Office of Gaelic Affairs works with Nova Scotians in the renewal of Gaelic, creating opportunities for people to learn the Gaelic language and experience Gaelic culture. The Office also works in collaboration with individuals, organizations and government agencies in Scotland to further promote and develop Gaelic – a shared linguistic and cultural legacy. In addition, the Office builds on relationships with regions that possess sister Gaelic languages and cultures such as the Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland and the Isle of Man. Vision:
Nova Scotians reclaim their Gaelic language and identity as a basis for cultural, spiritual, community and economic renewal. Mandate:
The Office of Gaelic Affairs contributes to the development of Gaelic language and culture in Nova Scotia, so the culture, wisdom, heritage and traditions of Gaels are valued, practiced, and passed on to future generations. It does this by:
Creating awareness of Gaelic language, culture and history and its contribution to Nova Scotia’s diversity, community life and economy. Working with partners in government, in the community and internationally in other Gaelic regions to strengthen Gaelic language and culture. Providing funding support to community groups engaged in Gaelic language and cultural projects. Providing language training, support materials, innovative programming, strategic advice, research, translations and communications services to enable appreciation, acquisition and use of Gaelic language and culture. Building partnerships within government to ensure investment in and stewardship of these language and cultural resources that are uniquely Nova Scotian.
