Who were the Acadians in Canada?

Even though the terms of the Treaty of Utrecht provided for the theoretical departure of the Acadians, they showed little initiative to move to the new French colonies because of the lack of marshes that were so vital to their agricultural system. read more

In time, some Acadians returned to the Maritime provinces of Canada, mainly to New Brunswick because they were barred by the British from resettling their lands and villages in what became Nova Scotia. read more

Although scattered, there still remained large numbers of Acadians in two places. Those who escaped (and returned) to Canada developed their own Acadian culture (in Canada) in several areas. The other major group of Acadians found themselves in Louisiana and became today's Cajuns. read more

The Acadians were people of French descent who were forced out of Canada by the British and ended up in New Orleans where the name was corrupted to Cajun. They proceeded to concoct many delicious recipes and develop a charming and vibrant American subculture that thrives to this day. read more