Current News & Events

Tuesday, February 18, 2025

Evenings @ Government House: Winter Events

The Lieutenant Governor and Ms. Savage are pleased to announce upcoming sessions of Evenings @ Government House! Join Their Honours for a series of free public events celebrating the culture and heritage of Nova Scotia. The events take place at Government House (1451 Barrington Street). Doors open at 6:30 PM, with performances beginning at 7:00 PM. Each session concludes with a dessert reception. Registration is now open. To reserve a seat, please register with the Office of the Lieutenant Governor. Registration Details: Online: Evenings @ Government House Registration Form | Lieutenant...

Friday, February 14, 2025

60th Anniversary of the National Flag of Canada

On February 15th, Canadians across the country will celebrate the 60th anniversary of the National Flag of Canada. Canada’s iconic flag was first raised on Parliament Hill on February 15, 1965. On that day, we bid farewell to the Canadian Red Ensign and welcomed a new flag—one that reflects our shared identity through enduring and familiar symbols. Throughout the early 20th century, Canadians called for a distinctive flag that represented our unity and independence. Determined to find a solution, Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson established a parliamentary committee to review...

Tuesday, February 4, 2025

Evenings @ Government House: February Events

The Lieutenant Governor and Ms. Savage are pleased to announce the February 2025 sessions of Evenings @ Government House! Join Their Honours for a series of free public events celebrating the culture and heritage of Nova Scotia. The events take place at Government House (1451 Barrington Street). Doors open at 6:30 PM, with performances beginning at 7:00 PM. Each session concludes with a dessert reception. Registration is now open. To reserve a seat, please register with the Office of the Lieutenant Governor. Registration Details: Online: Evenings @ Government House Registration Form |...