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Monday, January 27, 2020

International Holocaust Remembrance Day

Today, we mark International Holocaust Remembrance Day. We remember the lives and heroism of Jewish people who died in the Holocaust between 1933 and 1945. This year also marks the 75th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz concentration camp. Never again.

Saturday, January 25, 2020

Chinese New Year – 2020

Their Honours the Honourable Arthur J. LeBlanc, Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia, and Mrs. Patsy LeBlanc convey their best wishes for good health, happiness and prosperity on the occasion of Chinese New Year 2020. This is the Year of the Rat.

Wednesday, January 22, 2020

REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED – EVENINGS @ GOVERNMENT HOUSE FEATURING GEORGE ZWAAGSTRA – 31 MARCH 2020

Due to a very high level of interest, this event is now fully subscribed and registration is now closed for the Evenings @ Government House presentation featuring George Zwaagstra speaking on his experience as a messenger boy for the Dutch Resistance in the Nazi-occupied Netherlands on Tuesday, 31 March 2020. We thank you for your interest and hope that you will attend the other presentations of the Winter 2020 Series.

Tuesday, January 21, 2020

REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED – EVENINGS @ GOVERNMENT HOUSE FEATURING OPERATIC TENOR EMMANUEL SOLOMON – 18 FEBRUARY 2020

Due to a very high level of interest, this event is now fully subscribed and registration is now closed for the Evenings @ Government House presentation featuring operatic tenor Emmanuel Solomon on Tuesday, 18 February 2020. We thank you for your interest and hope that you will attend the other presentations of the Winter 2020 Series.

Friday, January 17, 2020

REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED – EVENINGS @ GOVERNMENT HOUSE FEATURING A PRESENTATION BY DR. AFUA COOPER – 4 FEBRUARY 2020

Due to a very high level of interest, this event is now fully subscribed and registration is now closed for the Evenings @ Government House presentation featuring a presentation by Dr. Afua Cooper on Tuesday, 4 February 2020. We thank you for your interest and hope that you will attend the next presentation of the Winter 2020 Series on 18 February 2020.

Tuesday, January 14, 2020

Launch of Winter 2020 Series of Evenings @ Government House

Their Honours The Honourable Arthur J. LeBlanc, Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia and Mrs. Patsy LeBlanc are pleased to announce the Winter 2020 Series of Evenings @ Government House. In addition to celebrating the amazing artistic talent in Nova Scotia, the following themes/anniversaries are marked in this series: African Heritage Month 2020 75th Anniversary of Victory in Europe Day 75th Anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands 75th Anniversary of the Battle of the Atlantic "Patsy and I are delighted to welcome everyone to the sixth series of Evenings at Government House that...

Friday, January 10, 2020

Lieutenant Governor’s Message on the Air Crash in Iran

Patsy and I extend our sincere condolences to the families and friends of those who tragically died in the crash of Ukraine International Airlines flight PS752 on Wednesday. At this very difficult time, it is our hope that the Iranian-Canadian community will find comfort and solace in the support offered by all Nova Scotians. Our thoughts are with all those whose lives have been affected by this terrible event. The Honourable Arthur J. LeBlanc, ONS, QC Lieutenant Governor

Monday, January 6, 2020

Activity Report

This report outlines details of the various events and activities undertaken by the Lieutenant Governor and Office of the Lieutenant Governor/Government House. Formatted as a PDF you can click on the cover to download the document. The Annual Activity Report for the 2019-20 fiscal year will be published towards the end of June 2020.

Monday, December 16, 2019

New Year’s Day Levée / Réception annuelle du jour de l’An

Nova Scotians are invited to attend the annual Lieutenant Governor's New Year's Day Levée on Wednesday, January 1st, at Government House, Halifax. During the levée people can exchange New Year's greetings with the Lieutenant Governor and Mrs. LeBlanc and visit the oldest vice-regal residence in North America. The Levée will be held from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Government House is located at 1451 Barrington Street. Les Néo-Écossais sont invités à assister à la réception du jour de l’An donnée par le lieutenant-gouverneur à la Résidence du gouverneur, à Halifax, le mercredi 1er...

Friday, December 13, 2019

Annual Holiday Message from the Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia – 2019

As The Queen’s representative in Nova Scotia, I bring you warm holiday greetings. À titre de représentant de la reine en Nouvelle-Écosse, je vous souhaites mes vœux les plus chaleureux à l’occasion de cette période des Fêtes. As 2019 draws to a conclusion, Patsy and I wish to thank the many Nova Scotians who have selflessly volunteered in their communities and helped those who are less fortunate than themselves. We thank you for your kindness. Patsy et toute notre famille se joignent à moi pour vous souhaiter tout ce qu’il y a de meilleur pour 2020. Patsy, our entire family...