This is an extraordinary time in our province and I ask all citizens to do their part in the fight against the spread of COVID-19. To that end, I have directed that all events at Government House be cancelled until the health authorities advise when it is safe to resume normal operations. The health authorities have noted the need to practice measures including social distancing, frequent and thorough hand washing with soap and hot water, using hand sanitizers, coughing and sneezing into your elbow or a single-use tissue, and avoiding social gatherings. If you are feeling unwell and have the...

In accordance with the decision to postpone or cancel events for the next 30 days that was posted on Friday, 13 March 2020, the Evenings @ Government House event on 17 March 2020 featuring Stephen Kimber is cancelled. This presentation will be rescheduled to a date not yet determined.

Theme: “Delivering a Common Future: Connecting, Innovating, Transforming” On Commonwealth occasions, it is always inspiring to be reminded of the diversity of the people and countries that make up our worldwide family. We are made aware of the many associations and influences that combine through Commonwealth connection, helping us to imagine and deliver a common future. This is particularly striking when we see people from nations, large and small, gathering for the Commonwealth Games, for meetings of Commonwealth governments, and on Commonwealth Day. Such a blend of traditions...

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 Dr. Marc Milner speaking on the Battle of the Atlantic on Tuesday, 28 April 2020. We thank you for your interest and hope that you will attend the other presentations of the Winter 2020 Series.