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The Village of New Minas was a farming and agriculture community until construction of the Highway 101 expressway in the 1970s. As it was located between the population centres of Kentville and Wolfville, New Minas soon became the retail centre for the eastern Valley. Over the past decade, New Minas has witnessed a commercial boom that has seen many large retail outlets set up shop.
The community offers residents four schools, lots of parks and playgrounds, a host of recreation opportunities, and a community centre. New Minas hosts the New Minas Invitational Soccer Tournament in August, where as many as 210 teams have participated from all over Atlantic Canada. Life in New Minas captures the essence of small-town living while providing the conveniences necessary for a comfortable and fulfilling lifestyle.
Education in New Minas
- New Minas Elementary School, grades primary to 5
- Evangeline Middle School, grades 6-8
- Highbury Education Centre, grades 10-11
Amenities in New Minas
- Public parks and green spaces
- Louis Millett Community Complex
- KenWo Golf Club