Quote Originally Posted by Father Bill View Post
A marvellous and typically Canadian story; in this case about Scotland, but in all cases about what it is to be Canadian and trace your roots elsewhere. THIS is why it is normal and appropriate for us as "outlanders" to wear the kilt. Thank you Singlemalt! Thank you so very, very much for making the point so completely and articulately.

Bill+
Actually, I would say that this is more an illustration of 'unique culture' than anything else. It's hard to explain to Upper Canadians (I was one), how Scottish Nova Scotia is. Sure, NS was one of the original provinces of the new Dominion of Canada, but how carefully the people kept the traditions and families going. I would wager that the majority of the people here who claim Scottish heritage can trace their families directly to Scotland through unbroken lines of Scottish blood on both sides of their families. They may not be Scots due to place of birth, but neither are they 'outlanders'.

Back on topic, I have no Scottish connections that I have been able to glean through my sketchy research. English through my paternal grandparents who emigrated to Canada in 1903; English through my maternal line via Newfoundland out of Dorset.

It was the elegance of highland dance that got me into wearing a kilt and I'm proud to keep Scottish culture active by continuing to dance and helping in the highland community.