by Adam Gould, Manager of Communications & Government Relations, Membertou

Mrs. Viola Paul aka Granny Vi, winner of the Lifetime Achievement Award, is joined by members of her family on stage. Photo by Adam Gould

Mrs. Viola Paul aka Granny Vi, winner of the Lifetime Achievement Award, is joined by members of her family on stage. Photo by Adam Gould

Shrove Tuesday is one of the most popular evenings in Membertou as family and friends gather to celebrate the past year’s achievements and recognize some incredible community members. The annual awards banquet is a one of Membertou’s greatest and long-time running ceremonies which is held just prior to the season of Lent.

Festivities began with a rendering of O’ Canada, in Mi’kmaq, which was performed by members of Membertou Elementary School under the gui ...

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