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| Place | New Minas |
| Type | Village |
| Province / Territory | Nova Scotia (NS) |
| Location | Kings |
| Country | Canada |
| Latitude | 45.067858 |
| Longitude | -64.460234 |
| Importance | City |
| CGN ID | CBBKR |
New Minas is a village in Kings, Nova Scotia, Canada. It is classified as a city. New Minas is located at 45.0679°N, 64.4602°W.
New Minas rests in a valley cradled by gentle, rolling hills, a landscape shaped by ancient glacial forces and the persistent kiss of the Minas Basin's tides, though the water itself lies a short distance away. It lies 3.0 km east-south-east of Kentville, NS (from Kentville, NS: bearing 112°T), and is situated 10.4 km south-south-west of Canning. Its fertile lands, historically rich with apple orchards and agricultural endeavours, have long been the bedrock of its economy, a testament to the enduring spirit of the Valley's farmers. Early settlers, drawn by the promise of abundant soil, established a presence that gradually blossomed into the vibrant centre New Minas is today, its prosperity inextricably linked to the rhythm of the seasons and the bounty of the earth. The air here often carries the sweet, earthy scent of ripening fruit, a subtle perfume that whispers of generations of cultivation and a deep connection to the land. The cultural heart of New Minas beats with a friendly, down-to-earth character, a place where neighbourly spirit is as readily shared as a basket of just-picked apples. While no single university claims its immediate embrace, the wider Annapolis Valley boasts institutions that draw bright minds and foster intellectual curiosity. Sporting endeavours, particularly those involving the swift movement of pucks on ice or the crack of a bat on a summer evening, capture local passion, reflecting a community that values shared effort and spirited competition. Though perhaps not a cradle of global celebrity, New Minas has nurtured individuals whose quiet contributions have enriched the broader Canadian tapestry, much like the steady flow of the nearby Cornwallis River nourishes the surrounding fields. The annual Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival, a beloved tradition, paints the region in celebratory hues, drawing crowds to revel in the area's horticultural heritage and the simple joys of community gathering.
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Location data for New Minas is sourced from the Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada, and verified by coordinates rather than name matching alone. GPS coordinates, province, administrative location and place type are shown in the information panel above.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada |