The sign on this colourful float in the Aug. 15 National Acadian Day Tintamarre as part of the Festival acadien de Clare encouraged people, in French, to ‘Faisons de Tronne!’, which translates to Let’s Make Noise. The Acadians on the float celebrating their Acadian pride more than delivered on this. TINA COMEAUArticle contentAcadian culture, heritage and pride were celebrated on full display on National Acadian Day.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentA huge part of the Aug. 15 celebrations were the Tintamarres that were held in Acadian communities and regions throughout southwestern Nova Scotia.Article contentArticle contentThe Tintamarre is an Acadian tradition of riding or marching along a route in communities, during which time participants make noise with instruments and other improvised noisemakers. The intention is to be loud and proud so that the Acadian presence is felt.Article contentAs part of the 71st annual Festival acadien de Clare, the Tintamarre was the official parade of the festival this year, departing from Little Brook at the 5:55 p.m. traditional start time to make its way to the grounds of Universite Sainte-Anne in Church Point.Article contentWhile that was the official Tintamarre in the Municipality of Clare, another Tintamarre also weaved its way through this Acadian region, starting in Salmon River and ending in Church Point.Article contentHere are photos from the festival’s Tintamarre.Article content The official Aug. 15 National Acadian Day Tintamarre, part of the Festival acadien de Clare, departed from Little Brook and headed to Université Sainte-Anne in Church Point. TINA COMEAUArticle content Hands and flags waved and horns were blown as participants in the Aug. 15 National Acadian Day Tintamarre as part of the Festival acadien de Clare made their way along the route towards Université Sainte-Anne. TINA COMEAUArticle content Smiles, waves and noise from the La Garderie Familiale de Clare entry in the Aug. 15 National Acadian Day Tintamarre as part of the Festival acadien de Clare. TINA COMEAUArticle content A wave and a shake of a bell from Aug. 15 National Acadian Day Tintamarre participant Elaine LeBlanc in Clare. TINA COMEAUArticle content Acadian garb including clothing sporting the Acadian colours and also various types of fun and festival headwear during the Aug. 15 National Acadian Day Tintamarre as part of the Festival acadien de Clare. TINA COMEAUArticle content Fire trucks took part in the Aug. 15 National Acadian Day Tintamarre, during the Festival acadien de Clare, including this one from the Little Brook fire department. TINA COMEAUArticle content Acadian colours were on full display during the National Acadian Day Tintamarre as part of the Festival acadien de Clare on Aug. 15. TINA COMEAUArticle content Vehicles were decorated during the Aug. 15 National Acadian Day Tintamarre as part of the Festival acadien de Clare. TINA COMEAUArticle content Acadian flags wave in the air during the Aug. 15 National Acadian Day Tintamarre as part of the Festival acadien de Clare. TINA COMEAUArticle content Enjoying the Aug. 15 National Acadian Day Tintamarre in Clare. TINA COMEAUArticle content Making their way along the route during the Aug. 15 National Acadian Day Tintamarre as part of the Festival acadien de Clare. TINA COMEAUArticle content Some Acadian umbrellas provided some shade for these participants of the Aug. 15 National Acadian Day Tintamarre as part of the Festival acadien de Clare. TINA COMEAUArticle content Balloons, flags and even stuffed animals decorated this Aug. 15 National Acadian Day Tintamarre entry during the Festival acadien de Clare. TINA COMEAUArticle content The National Acadian Day Tintamarre weaves its way through Little Brook, headed to Church Point, on the evening of Aug. 15 in Clare. TINA COMEAUArticle content Flags covered vehicles taking part in the Aug. 15 National Acadian Day Tintamarre as part of the Festival acadien de Clare. TINA COMEAUArticle content Having fun during the Aug. 15 National Acadian Day Tintamarre as part of the Festival acadien de Clare. TINA COMEAUArticle content Entrants in the Aug. 15 National Acadian Day Tintamarre during the Festival acadien de Clare ranged in sizes from small to large to oversized. TINA COMEAUArticle content Not all of the participants in the Festival acadien de Clare Aug. 15 National Acadian Day were on wheels, many were also on foot. TINA COMEAUArticle content Various types of headwear was popular during the Aug. 15 National Acadian Day Tintamarre as part of the Festival acadien de Clare. TINA COMEAUArticle content Some cyclists take part in the Aug. 15 National Acadian Day Tintamarre as part of the Festival acadien de Clare. TINA COMEAUArticle content Participants of the Aug. 15 National Acadian Day Tintamarre as part of the Festival acadien de Clare make their way along the route. TINA COMEAUArticle content People got into the spirit of the Aug. 15 National Acadian Day Tintamarre that was part of the Festival acadien de Clare by waving flags and making noise as the Tintamarre passed by. TINA COMEAUArticle content Vehicle sunroofs turned out to be a great perch to take part in the Aug. 15 National Acadian Day Tintamarre during the Festival acadien de Clare. TINA COMEAUArticle content Acadian pride and heritage was on full display in the vibrant Acadian colours durinf the Aug. 15 National Acadian Day Tintamarre, which was part of the Festival acadien de Clare. TINA COMEAUArticle contentArticle content
IN PHOTOS: Acadian culture and pride celebrated during Tintamarre in Clare
