East Acadia
East Acadia Da kǎdíyà Acadia del Este | |
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Province | |
 Flag | |
| Nickname(s): Heart of Acadia, Heartland Province | |
| Country | Slokais Islands |
| Establishment | 01 January 1894 |
| Capital | Pindai |
| Largest city | San Luis |
| Demonym(s) | East Acadians |
| Government | |
• Governor | Robb Fong-Lee Centrist Party |
| East Acadian Senate | |
| East Acadian Assembly | |
| National representation | |
| 9/643 | |
| Population | |
• 2020 census | 658,340 (18th) |
| Postal | EA |
East Acadia is a province in Slokais Islands home to 658,340 people. East Acadia is a mostly rural province with a large industrial and manufacturing hub of Pindai with a population of 400,000 in its metro area, with the rest of the province being rural mountains and rice fields. It is considerably more Ren than its surrounding provinces, with it being 60% Ren or mixed-race Ren
History
Similar to the rest of Acadia Island, East Acadia was primarily home to many native groups such as Langonayan and the Karao'ah who lived primarily in agriculturally rich river valleys. Evidence suggests's the Langonyan have lived in East Acadia as long as 10,000 years ago. As opposed to nearby provinces, East Acadia became a center for Minjian settlement. Pindai for example was built in 1090 around a central temple with surrounding market stalls. These settlers eventually organized into the Pindai State, a monarchal trade kingdom that became a hub for the region and Acadia Island. The Pindai State was one of the first organized kingdoms to make contact with the Costeno Empire in 1567. Their relationship was tense, however, as Pindai officials largely denied Costeno settlements into the region and banned the practice of Catholicism.
Economy
The primary industries of East Acadia are the production and extraction of raw materials. Much of the extraction occurs in rural areas such as the Upper Valley, while the actual production of goods occurs in Pindai with many businesses having their corporate offices in the planned suburb of San Luis. This has led to a large economic disparity between the rural areas and Pindai, with internal migration and job opportunities leading to a decreasing rural population. Notable companies based in East Acadia include Corona Camera's and HMR Fashion's. In addition, Pindai is a regional hub for logistics and transportation with the Heart of Acadia Railroad ending in the city, the first high-speed rail built outside of San Fernando Island was completed in 2015 connecting Pindai and San Luis.
Culture
East Acadia is known for its Minjian and Ren cultures, due to high populations of both. The province is known for its detailed vases and ornamental pieces that are highly valued. In addition, the yearly Silk's Expo is held in San Luis and draws vendors and suppliers from throughout Slokais and the Eastern Hesperida Region.
Demographics
| Name | % | Notable Population's |
|---|---|---|
| Ren | 52.5% | Weiyang Township (78.4%) |
| Costeno | 17.8% | Upper Santa Cruz Township (40.8%) |
| Mixed-Race | 12.3% | Pindai Township (23.4%) |
| Blancos | 8.5% | Pindai Township (20.3%) |
| Indigenous | 5.2% | Lianhu Township (17.9%) |
| Other | 3.7% | Luwan Township (11.1%) |