We're Celebrating Everything Scottish in Fredericton this Summer!
In honour of our 200th anniversary the Fredericton Society of Saint Andrew recently unveiled a new commemorative exhibition in the Fredericton Region Museum entitled “Celebrating 200 Years of Scottish Benevolence in Fredericton.” The opening took place on May 25, with Her Worship Kate Rogers (herself a proud descendant of Scottish immigrants to Fredericton) officiating. Mayor Rogers spoke of the significant contributions of Scots to the formation and growth of Fredericton as a City. Celebrating 200 Years of Scottish Benevolence The Fredericton Society of Saint Andrew was established on November 30 1825, as a benevolent organisation intended to provide "relief for Distressed Natives of Scotland and their Descendants.” The first President was Peter Fraser, who among his many roles of provincial significance, was the financial backer of the Bank of New Brunswick. Other founding members included John Simpson (first Mayor of Fredericton) who served as Secretary, artist George N ...