Current News & Events

Wednesday, January 8, 2025

Watch the Installation Ceremony Online!

We are delighted to announce that a full recording of the installation of His Honour the Honourable Mike Savage as the 34th Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia is now online! As an additional keepsake, the full booklet from the Installation Ceremony is available to download as a PDF. The ceremony, held in the historic Red Chamber of Province House, celebrated Nova Scotia's enduring relationship with the Crown and our rich cultural traditions. The Office of the Lieutenant Governor would like to thank Alexa Maclean, Alan Blackwood, and the entire team at Legislative Television for capturing...

Tuesday, December 31, 2024

A Greeting from the Lieutenant Governor

As I begin my tenure as Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia, I am deeply humbled and honoured to represent His Majesty The King and serve the people of this remarkable province. This opportunity has filled me with a renewed sense of pride in Nova Scotia—our breathtaking landscapes, the warmth of our hospitality, our vibrant culture, and our rich, storied history. These qualities define us and make our province truly unique, resonating far beyond our borders. Nova Scotia is a place where community, connection, and compassion are at the heart of everything we do. We are united by a shared...

Monday, December 23, 2024

2024 Appointments to the Order of Nova Scotia

His Honour the Honourable Mike Savage, Chancellor of the Order of Nova Scotia, is pleased to announce the appointment of five new members to the Order of Nova Scotia. The newly appointed members of the Order are Dr. Afua Cooper, The Hon. J. Michael MacDonald, Professor Allan Marble, Mr. Joseph Shannon, Mr. Robert Sobey. You can read the full citations for each appointment here . - Dr. Afua Cooper, ONS, Halifax: author, historian, poet and educator; recognized for her study of Black Canadian life and her role as a mentor and academic - The Honourable J. Michael MacDonald, ONS, Halifax: former...