Finland Observes Swedish Day
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On Friday, flags are hoisted around the country to mark Swedish heritage day.
The day, which has been celebrated since 1908, is aimed at fostering a sense of cohesion among Swedish-speaking Finns.
Swedish-speaking groups and organisations mark the day with various celebrations. For example, Swedish foundations grant scholarships and awards on Friday.
The Swedish People’s Party established November 6 as a special day in 1907.
Finnish and Swedish are both official languages in Finland. Swedish is the mother tongue of some six percent of the population.
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