Bluenose

"Bluenose" is an informal word for a native or inhabitant of which country?

The Friday Brain-teaser from Credo Reference 2008

Graced by Ann Murray and a scale model of the "Bluenose", the float received world coverage via television, radio, and the print media.

A Future for the Maritimes 1972

Philippa was the daughter of a rich and well-known man, and belonged to an old and exclusive "Bluenose" family.

Anne of the Island 1908

{71} They were poor, but capable and energetic, and by the end of the eighteenth century their 'Bluenose' craft began to acquire a recognized place at sea.

All Afloat A Chronicle of Craft and Waterways William Charles Henry Wood 1905

The French never whaled in Canada; but the 'Bluenose' Nova

All Afloat A Chronicle of Craft and Waterways William Charles Henry Wood 1905

He was a "Bluenose," stood six feet two in his stockinged feet, and was a man of the most determined courage, unflinching resolution, and was widely known and respected by the white traders and the natives all over the South Pacific.

"Pig-Headed" Sailor Men From "The Strange Adventure Of James Shervinton and Other Stories" - 1902 Louis Becke 1884

He at once assumed the position of an independent man, and merely stated his intentions to one or two intimate friends, such as Bluenose, Laker, and old Jeph.

The Lifeboat 1859

The depth of feeling against McLeish's proposed defection was evident on the walls of Villa's Bodymoor Heath training ground on Wednesday morning, with graffiti stating "Bluenose scum not welcome" having to be removed by a member of staff.

Aston Villa expect to appoint Alex McLeish despite supporter protest 2011

Oh, and speaking as a Bluenose, glad to see we managed to keep most of the morons in check today at St Andrews as well...the one thing that tends to embarass me, alas.

Birmingham City 3-1 West Ham United (agg 4-3) | Carling Cup semi-final 2011

The depth of feeling against McLeish's proposed defection was evident on the walls of Villa's Bodymoor Heath training ground on Wednesday morning, with graffiti stating "Bluenose scum not welcome" having to be removed by a member of staff.

Aston Villa expect to appoint Alex McLeish despite supporter protest 2011