HALIFAX, Nova Scotia — Canadians are proud of their reputation for being nice, but Nova Scotians stand out even among their countrymen for their warm and welcoming culture.

Far from the politicking of Ottawa, rural communities in the Maritime Provinces of Canada are known for their easygoing attitude, rustic charm, and small-town lifestyle. But even the Atlantic Coast isn’t safe from the heightened tensions between Canada and the United States under President Donald Trump’s administration.