Awards of the Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia



Lieutenant Governor's Education Medal (1961)
(Approved by Lieutenant Governor Major-General E. C. Plow)
Instituted and administered by the Department of Education, Province of Nova Scotia.
Awarded to one boy and one girl in each school who has commendable performance in the courses in which they are enrolled and who has demonstrated qualities of leadership and service in the school and community. Open to all Grade 11 High School students and 1st year vocational school program. Students are nominated by their school. Traditionally presented by the Lieutenant Governor in two School Board Districts of the province each year, when students are gathered together in one venue for the ceremonies. The other recipients receive their medal in their respective schools, usually during graduation ceremonies. Awarded annually.

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Lieutenant Governor's Award of Excellence in Public Administration (1986)
(Approved by Lieutenant Governor Alan R. Abraham)
Instituted and administered by the Institute of Public Administration of Canada, Nova Scotia Regional Group, to recognize exceptional achievement in public administration and to encourage quality service in all levels of government. The Award consists of a certificate and silver medal. Nominations are sought from government and academic organizations each year. The Institute selects a winner annually. Traditionally presented at a ceremony in Government House.

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Lieutenant Governor's Design Awards for Architecture (1989)
(Approved by Lieutenant Governor Lloyd Roseville Crouse)
Instituted and administered by the Nova Scotia Association of Architects, to encourage and recognize outstanding architectural design by members of the Nova Scotia Association of Architects. Each year, the Association invites all architects in the province to submit work for the Annual NSAA Design Awards. Certificates with designations of Award of Excellence, Award of Merit, and Citation in Architectural Design may be made by the jury, based on overall excellence. First presented in Government House in the spring of 1990. Traditionally presented at a ceremony in Government House.

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Lieutenant Governor's Award of Excellence in Engineering (1996)
(Approved by Lieutenant Governor J. James Kinley)
Instituted and administered by the Association of Professional Engineers of Nova Scotia, presented to an individual, a company, government department or consortium who through original achievement, creative accomplishment in engineering or excellence in engineering design, demonstrate high quality of professional standards. Awarded annually. First presented in Government House during National Engineering Week, in March of 1997. Traditionally presented at a ceremony in Government House. Awarded annually.

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Lieutenant Governor's Award for Conservation (1997)
(Approved by Lieutenant Governor J. James Kinley)
Instituted and administered by the Nova Scotia Salmon Association, in recognition of leadership, example, achievement, interest and concern in protecting and preserving our Nova Scotian rivers and the salmon and trout which inhabit them. Awarded annually.

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Lieutenant Governor's Nova Scotia Talent Trust Award (2002)
(Approved by Lieutenant Governor Myra A. Freeman)
Instituted and administered by the Nova Scotia Talent Trust, in recognition of individuals who demonstrate exceptional commitment and potential to become established artists. Awarded annually.

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Lieutenant Governor's Greenwing Award (2003)
(Approved by Lieutenant Governor Myra A. Freeman)
Instituted and administered by Ducks Unlimited Canada, in recognition of individuals and groups who have taken leadership roles in promoting public awareness of conserving the wetlands and associated habitats of Nova Scotia for the benefit of waterfowl, wildlife and people. Awarded annually.

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Lieutenant Governor's Masterworks Arts Award (2005)
(Approved by Lieutenant Governor Myra A. Freeman)
Instituted and administered by the Arts Award Foundation, to recognize a masterwork in any medium from dance to film by a Nova Scotia artist or group of artists. Awarded annually.

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Lieutenant Governor's "Ready to Write! Prêt à écrire!" Award (2005)
(Approved by Lieutenant Governor Myra A. Freeman)
Instituted and administered by Canadian Parents for French - Nova Scotia, and sponsored by Université Sainte-Anne, as an award for grade 7,8 or 9 students in the public, private or home school system within Nova Scotia who are studying French as a second language, to recognize the use of originality, creativity and personal writing style; effective content and organization of ideas; and written proficiency of the French language. Awarded annually.

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Lieutenant Governor's Community Spirit Award
(Approved by Lieutenant Governor Mayann E. Francis in 2007)
Instituted and administered by United Way of Halifax, to recognize and celebrate communities that are making Nova Scotia a better place. The Award consists of a crystal trophy. Awarded to up to four communities each year.

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Lieutenant Governor's Faith In Action Award
(Approved by Lieutenant Governor Mayann E. Francis in 2008)
Instituted and administered by the Atlantic School of Theology, to recognize those whose religious faith has motivated them to significantly enrich the life of Nova Scotians in the wider community. The Award consists of a Certificate and a monetary gift to the recipient for presentation to their charity of choice. Awarded annually.

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Lieutenant Governor's Intergenerational Awards
(Approved by Lieutenant Governor Mayann E. Francis in 2009)
Instituted and administered by Mount Saint Vincent University, to recognize graduating Mount Saint Vincent University undergraduate or graduate students who are dedicated to activities that encourage and inspire interaction between younger and older generations. The Award is presented in each of the following categories:

  • Outstanding Volunteer Service Award: for enriching the lives of Seniors
  • Outstanding Volunteer Service Award: for enriching the lives of Youth
The Award consists of an inscribed crystal bowl designed by Nova Scotian Crystal and Julia Rivard, Queen Street Studios. 

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Lieutenant Governor's Community Voluntarism Award
(Approved by Lieutenant Governor Mayann E. Francis in 2009)
Instituted and administered by the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design, to recognize NSCAD students who have demonstrated leadership and participation in the voluntary sector. The award consists of a bronze medal designed by NSCAD.

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Lieutenant Governor's Persons with Disabilities Employer Partnership Award
(Approved by Lieutenant Governor Mayann E. Francis in 2009)
Instituted and administered by the Collaborative Partnership Network Society, to recognize Nova Scotia businesses that have made outstanding commitments to accommodate persons with disabilities in the Nova Scotia labour market. The award spans several categories which recognize employers, the self-employed, and employer/employee collaboration. The Award consists of an inscribed Nova Scotian Crystal keepsake award.

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Lieutenant Governor's Hope and Inspiration Award
(Approved by Lieutenant Governor Mayann E. Francis in 2009)
Instituted and administered by the Nova Scotia Community College,, to recognize students entering NSCC who, through their circumstances, provide hope and inspiration to others. The awards consist of a $1,000 tuition credit to each of the thirteen NSCC campuses.

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Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia
The Honourable Mayann E. Francis, O.N.S., DHumL