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Viola Desmond – Hometown Stars – Halifax

Viola Desmond – Hometown Stars – Halifax

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When

June 29, 2018

Where

Halifax, Nova Scotia

On June 29, 2018, Canada’s Walk of Fame will celebrate Viola Desmond, inducted last year in Toronto, with a special Hometown Stars event in her hometown of Halifax, Nova Scotia.

The commemorative star will be unveiled at the Halifax Ferry Terminal and later mounted aboard the harbour ferry named in her honour, recognizing her remarkable contributions and deep ties to the community.

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David Suzuki, Viola Desmond, Stompin’ Tom – Canada’s Walk of Fame Hometown Stars

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