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Woodburn, Nova Scotia

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Woodburn is an unincorporated area in Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada.[1]

Location

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This settlement is located at the west end of Merigomish Harbour, on the north shore of Nova Scotia.

History

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John Wood received a grant of land here in 1810, and the Scottish word, "burn" means rivulet or brook, hence its name "Woods Brook."

References

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  1. ^ "Woodburn". Geographical Names of Canada. Natural Resources Canada. Retrieved 9 March 2012.

45°37′05″N 62°31′19″W / 45.618°N 62.522°W / 45.618; -62.522



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