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Dutch Settlement is a Canadian rural community`in Halifax Regional Municipality, Nova Scotia.

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Map of Dutch Settlement, NS, Canada

Situated in the Shubenacadie Valley, Dutch Settlement is part of the Halifax Regional Municipality and is serviced by Route 277.

It was originally called Keyes after William Keys (Keyes) in 1786. The present name is a tribute to the number of German immigrants who moved to the area. The word "Dutch" is an anglicized version of "Deutsch".

The community is immediately adjacent to the communities of Carroll's Corner and Lantz.

Communications

  • First three digits of postal code B2S
  • Telephone exchange 902 883
  • References

    Dutch Settlement, Nova Scotia Wikipedia