I'm the #TreeforBoston!🎄 An annual thank-you gift from Nova Scotia to the people of Boston for their medical aid following the Halifax Explosion of 1917.
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Let's see how well you know your Tree for Boston history! Who donated the first tree in 1971?🌲
Cast your vote!👇
47%Joseph Slauenwhite
7%Alexander Graham Bell
47%Angus L. Macdonald
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Today, Canadians and Americans come together to honour the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our countries.
On Remembrance Day in Canada and Veterans Day in the USA, we reflect on their service, courage and sacrifice. We remember. We honour. We thank you.
I'm proudly Nova Scotian, from my roots to my journey. 🌲💙
@NovaScotiaLoyal celebrates what’s grown, made and produced here at home, and encourages Nova Scotians to choose local. Learn more at nsloyal.ca/en.
My roots run deep in Nova Scotia!🌲❤️
The Mi’kmaq, Acadians, African Nova Scotians and Gaels have helped shape the province I call home. Discover more at novascotia.com/get-inspired/….
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Nova Scotia selects this year’s Christmas tree to say ‘thank you’ to Boston
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Well, another secret is out. I’m around 40 years old! 🎉
A small core sample was taken to determine my age. Turns out I’ve spent about four decades growing right here in East Amherst, Nova Scotia. Not bad for 40!
Meet Henry and Pat Knol! I’ve called their East Amherst property home, and now I’m getting ready for my big journey to Boston! 🌲❤️
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Tree for Boston Donated by East Amherst Family news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/1…
ALT Two people standing outside with two tall trees in the background
Surprise! The secret is out!🌲
I’m a 14-metre (46-foot) white spruce from the property of Henry and Pat Knol and their family in East Amherst, Nova Scotia! And just like that, my holiday adventure begins!✨
Curious to learn more about the Halifax Explosion of 1917? 📖
The @NS_Archives brings history to life through historic photographs, personal stories and records. Discover the history behind Nova Scotia’s Tree for Boston tradition: archives.novascotia.ca
This year marks the 109th anniversary of the 1917 Halifax Explosion.
Nova Scotia will never forget the kindness and immediate response of the people of @CityOfBoston in our time of need.❤️
Watch the full video at youtube.com/watch?v=5PImhLMx….
Don’t be leaf-ed out of the fun!🍃
Follow me on Facebook and Instagram at @TreeforBoston for more exciting updates and plenty of surprises! Let’s keep our friendship growing!🌲
I’m back, everyone!🌲
So happy to see you all again! It’s not quite time for my grand reveal, but I promise it’ll be tree-mendous!
#TreeforBoston #RootedInGratitude
Hey everyone! It's me — your 2025 #TreeForBsoston.
I had my big haircut this week and I'm feeling pretty spruce.
ALT This year's Tree for Boston, a 13.7-metre white spruce from Martins Brook, Lunenburg County, stands before a bright blue sky.
And yes… Boston’s @MayorWu showed up. For me. I’m trying to stay humble, but it’s hard when you’re 14 metres tall. (That's about 45 feet for my friends down in New England.)
ALT Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, takes a turn at making cuts in the tree.
I'm almost road trip ready, but I've got a few Nova Scotia goodbyes to make first. So stick around — this treemendous journey's just getting started.
ALT Public Works department crew place the tree on the truck that will deliver it to Boston. A large blue banner reads "Happy Holidays. The Nova Scotia Tree for Boston".
About Last Night!
Last night, the Boston Common sparkled as the 2024 Christmas tree from Nova Scotia (me!) lit up the season!
Thank you, Boston, for welcoming us with such warmth year after year. To everyone who came out, thank you for making the evening so special!
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🌲🎉 "Hello, Boston! Tonight’s the night we’ve all been waiting for! Join me at the tree lighting ceremony where I’ll get to shine bright for the first time in your wonderful city.