Current News & Events

Wednesday, September 16, 2026

PLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS NOW FULL: Evenings at Government House - 29 September 2026

Please join Their Honours at the next Evenings at Government House on Tuesday, September 29 at 7PM, when our guest will be historical researcher and documentary filmmaker Thomas Lynskey. Step into Nova Scotia’s fascinating maritime past! Join Tom Lynskey as he brings to life remarkable stories hidden along Nova Scotia’s coastline — from shipwrecks off Cape Sable and Cape Forchu to the lost community of New France, the “Electric City.” Through captivating research, on-location exploration and partnerships with local communities, Tom has helped uncover forgotten...

Thursday, August 20, 2026

2026 Order of Nova Scotia Recipients Announced

Ten Nova Scotians have been appointed to the Order of Nova Scotia, recognizing their significant contributions to the province in a diverse range of fields, including the arts, human rights, public service, health and education. Lt.-Gov. Mike Savage, Chancellor of the Order of Nova Scotia, released the names of the order’s newest members on August 14. “On behalf of His Majesty and the people of Nova Scotia, I am honoured to announce this year's appointments to the Order of Nova Scotia. These remarkable individuals have each enriched our province through exceptional leadership...

Tuesday, July 7, 2026

LIEUTENANT-GOVERNOR/ACADIAN AFFAIRS/FRANCOPHONIE--Nova Scotians Receive Award of Excellence for l’Acadie and Francophonie

LIEUTENANT - GOVERNOR/ACADIAN AFFAIRS/FRANCOPHONIE--Nova Scotians Receive Award of Excellence for l’Acadie and Francophonie ------------------------------------------------------- Three Nova Scotians were recognized today, July 7, with the 2026 Lieutenant-Governor’s Award of Excellence for l’Acadie and Francophonie. The award, which has three categories, is given to people whose social, economic or cultural contributions have made a meaningful difference in Nova Scotia, particularly for Acadian and francophone communities. The 2026 recipients, and categories they’re...