Coronation Celebration, May 6th at Government House
Join us at Government House on Saturday, May 6th at 10:00 AM to celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla. The event is free and open to the public. Advanced registration is not required to attend.
Please note that guests who have entered the seat lottery to attend a livestream viewing of the Coronation at Government House prior to the Flag Raising Ceremony and Tree Planting will be provided with details by the Office of the Lieutenant Governor.
To learn about all Coronation events taking place at Government House and Province House this spring, please visit The Coronation of King Charles III | Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia
OFFICIAL PROGRAMME, FLAG RAISING CEREMONY & TREE PLANTING:
Welcome
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Arrival of Rear-Admiral Brian Santarpia, CD, RCN
Commander Maritime Forces Atlantic
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Arrival of The Honourable Tim Houston, ECNS, MLA, Premier of Nova Scotia
.
Arrival of Their Honours
The Honourable Arthur J. LeBlanc, ONS, KC & Mrs. Patsy LeBlanc
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Mi’kmaq Smudging Ceremony by Elder Marlene Companion
.
National Anthem
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Raising of the National Flag, Provincial Flag and the Royal Union Flag on the Flag Mast
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Remarks by the Premier of Nova Scotia
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Address by the Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia
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Fanfare, Stadacona Band of the Royal Canadian Navy
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Raising of The King’s Personal Canadian Flag
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Royal Anthem, Stadacona Band of the Royal Canadian Navy
.
21 Gun Royal Salute
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Tree Planting
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Mi’kmaq Drumming by Michael R. Denny
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Closing Remarks
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Outdoor Reception