2018 : Panel at Bains-sur-Oust
Commemorative panel unveiling
On Septembre 15, the Association has unveiled a panel to commemorate Michel Saindon's baptism in Bains-sur-Oust, Brittany. Seventeen persons of the Association attended the unveiling ceremony.
In close collaboration with the Oust and Vilaine County Genealogy Club, the Association had developed a three days program for members that could be added to a larger journey that the participants had planned themselves.
A great success.
Coverage report
- Something we will remember for a long time
“You must be nervous” one of the participants asked me when we arrived. “Not at all” I answered, as I trusted the relationship we had established with the local organizer, Ginette Fontan and I knew the participants well, responsible individuals, most of whom were comfortable travelling and who had already established contact with their hosts prior to arriving.
- Welcoming Reception
At this event we presented Ginette Fontan with her card as an Honorary member of the Association, a laminated crest to the CGOV and an Association pin to each of the hosts. The participants introduced themselves and all received a souvenir photo.
- The Unveiling
After introductory remarks by Ginette Fontan and the Mayor Marc Derval, I spoke describing progression of our research over more than twenty years that led to the origins of Michel.
I highlighted the invaluable support we had received from our collaborators in France, especially Jean-Luc Guyot, the Saindons of Bléheu, Marie-Noëlle Jouan, Patrick Callo and Joseph Cindon. All of these individuals were present at the unveiling with the exception of the Saindons of Bléheu and Joseph Cindon who had since passed away. Joseph’s wife Marie-Hélène, his daughter Céline and his son Rémi were however present. Finally, I thanked Ginette who was the key organizer for the event and for coordinating the Bainsois hosts.
- Vin d’honneur Reception
The Mayor presented us with the municipal medal of merit, a large bread replica of the crest of the town as well as a number of local specialities that were later shared with the participants.
On our side, the Association presented a laminated crest to the Mayor and copies of our publications (Dictionary and Greffe) to the head of the municipal library.
- Les Cousinades Reunion
During the event we were invited to taste a 1978 bottle of “La Goutte”, a Breton alcoholic liquor similar to the Normand Calvados.
- The Ancestral Home
After a day filled with activities and especially emotions, the participants returned home with their hosts while some continued the celebrations at restaurants.
- Lunch Cruise on the Vilaine River
The luxury cruise on a boat operated by Vedettes Jaunes of Redon was complimented by an excellent meal and accompanying wine. The cruise from Redon to Folleux lasted three and half hours.
On our return, some of us visited the village of Rochefort en Terre which had been recognized in 2016 as one of France’s most beautiful villages.
- Farewell Reception of Fellowship
As a gift of thanks, the Association offered copies of Laurent Saindon’s publications, the Dictionary and Michel’s Greffe to the CGOV.
It was the end of our successful visit, beyond all expectations and we thanked and paid tribute to those responsible for the organization.

Next reunions
2019
Annuel Gathering
August 9-10-11
Longueuil, Montréal region
WAC (World Acadian Congress)
August 10-24
Prince Edward Island and New- Brunswick
2020
25th anniversary
Beginng of August
Québec region
Delegation of Bains-sur-Oust
2021
Annual Gathering
Lower St-Lawrence River
2020
2021
Bas-St-Laurent
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The ancestors
All Saindons in North America are from the same ancestors,
Michel Saindon, royal notary and
Marie-Yves Godin said Bellefontaine, acadian.
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