SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) – “As is our custom on November 11th, we celebrate St. Martin Day. We honor an island that has shared one land, North and South, for nearly four centuries,” Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor (Minister of VSA) Claret Connor said on Monday, November 9th, 2026, in his pre-St. Martin Day Message.
“We are reminded of the values that define us as a people: unity, compassion, resilience and the spirit of sharing.
“St. Martin Day is more than a celebration of our heritage and traditions. It is a reminder to look out for one another, support our communities and ensure that no one is left behind.
“As Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor, I remain committed to strengthening our health and social services, protecting our most vulnerable, and creating opportunities for everyone who calls this island home to live and work with dignity.
“In the spirit of "O Sweet Saint Martin's Land," let us keep building bridges, celebrating our diversity and working together for a healthier, stronger and more caring island. Happy St. Martin Day to all. May God continue to bless our people and our St. Martin,” Minister Connor said in his message to the nation.
