Celtic Cultural Society of Nova Scotia

Mission: This non-profit society has been formed to perpetuate the cultural, linguistic, literary, athletic and artistic heritage and traditions of Nova Scotia’s Celtic Community.

Mandate: The Society will provide governance to an event organizing committee who will produce an annual Signature Event in the form of a free, public festival. 

The objectives of event in order of priority are listed here. All are designed to ensure the mission of the Society is fulfilled: 
1. Celebrate Celtic music and culture; 
2. Educate attendees about Celtic history and language; 
3. Enjoy our Celtic heritage; 
4. Stimulate the Celtic Community through pride in our Celtic heritage.
5. Celebrate the Founding of Nova Scotia by Sir William Alexander
6 Build the infrastructure to support the larger celebration of the 400th Anniversary of the Proclamation and Naming the Province of Nova Scotia in 2021.

Celtic Cultural Society of Nova Scotia Executive:
Rick Grant, President
Brian Doherty, Vice President
Roberta Dexter, Treasurer

Halifax Celtic Festival Committee Members:
Rick Grant, Event Chair & Sponsorship
Brian Doherty, Sponsorship & Entertainment
Roberta Dexter, Logistics
Lewis MacKinnon, Gaelic Integration & Translation
Sean Brownlow, Celtic's Got Talent Contest Manager
Glen Matheson, Volunteer Management
Stephen Clare, Communications & PR
Veronica MacIsaac, Fashion Show Coordinator
Barb Wright, Vendor Relations