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Why is Sainte-Anne University distinctive among Nova Scotia’s universities?

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Sainte-Anne University is distinctive among the universities in Nova Scotia because it is the province's only French-language university.1

While Nova Scotia maintains a high number of universities per capita, Sainte-Anne University serves a unique role in supporting the province's Acadian culture and language, which are fostered through various provincial institutions and educational systems.21