All Nova Scotians are invited to attend the annual New Year’s Day Levée on Sunday, January 1st, at Government House, Halifax.

During the event, guests can exchange New Year’s greetings with the Lieutenant Governor and Mrs. LeBlanc, and visit the oldest vice-regal residence in North America.

The New Year’s Day Levée will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. Invitations or advanced registration are not required to attend. 

Government House is located at 1451 Barrington Street, Halifax. For information about parking, accessiblity and more, please click here. 

New Year’s Day Levée Facts:

• A New Year’s Day Levée is a social event that is hosted by the Governor General of Canada, lieutenant governors, military establishments, municipalities and other institutions.
   
• Levées have become a time-honoured tradition in Nova Scotia and provide opportunities to exchange goodwill with local officials and community members.
   
• Each year, approximately 700 guests attend the Levée at Government House.