Emancipation Day 2026 is set for this Saturday. The event marks the day in 1834 that the Slavery Abolition Act came into effect across the British Empire. The 5th annual emancipation celebration ceremony in Guysborough will begin with a flag raising ceremony at the municipal building, followed by a community event at the Chedabucto Lifestyle Centre, including a ceremony, barbeque, and other activities. Municipality of the District of Guysbrough district 2 councilor Mary Desmond reflected on the importance of recognizing Emancipation Day. A full schedule of those events is expected later this week.