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Monday, May 24, 2021

Victoria Day – The Queen’s Official Birthday in Canada

Victoria Day, Monday, 24 May 2021, marks Her Majesty The Queen’s official birthday in Canada. First observed in 1845 to mark Queen Victoria’s actual birthday, the date of 24 May was official declared “Victoria Day” following the death of Queen Victoria in 1901. The date of the reigning sovereign’s official birthday was changed through various proclamations and orders-in-council over the years until 1952 when Victoria Day was moved to the Monday before 25 May. A royal proclamation issued on 5 February 1957 established the Canadian monarch’s birthday to be...
Thursday, May 13, 2021

Eid al-Fitr 2021

At the end of Ramadan – the holy month of fasting – Lieutenant Governor Arthur J. LeBlanc and Mrs. Patsy LeBlanc extend their Eid Mubarak wishes to those of the Islamic faith in Nova Scotia. Eid al-Fitr, which is the festival of breaking the fast and is marked with the sighting of the crescent moon. The end of Ramadan is normally a time of Eid prayers, celebrations with family and friends, and giving alms to the poor; however, the current COVID-19 pandemic has placed restrictions on those festivities. Nonetheless, Their Honours hope that all are joyous and safe...
Monday, May 3, 2021

Message of Condolence on the Passing of The Honourable Donald William Cameron, ECNS

Mrs. LeBlanc and I were saddened to learn of the passing of The Honourable Donald William Cameron, 22 nd Premier of the Province of Nova Scotia. Mr. Cameron served as Premier from February 1991 to June 1993. Mr. Cameron was born in Egerton, Nova Scotia in 1946 and he later attended McGill University where he attained a Bachelor of Science degree. He entered politics in 1974 when he won election to the Nova Scotia Legislative Assembly in the electoral district of Pictou East. During his time as an elected member he served in opposition and in government and he was appointed as Minister of...
Thursday, April 29, 2021

Anniversary of the Crash of Stalker 22

Today we mark the first anniversary of the crash of the Cyclone helicopter, call sign “Stalker 22” that crashed into the Ionian Sea on 29 April 2020, while deployed onboard HMCS FREDERICTON as part of Operation REASSURANCE. We remember the six members of the Canadian Armed Forces who tragically lost their lives in the crash: Master Corporal Matthew Cousins, RCAF; Sub-Lieutenant Abbigail Cowbrough, RCN; Captain Kevin Hagen, RCAF; Captain Brendan Ian MacDonald, RCAF; Captain Maxine Miron-Morin, RCAF; and Sub-Lieutenant Matthew Pyke, RCN. At this sad time, Their Honours convey their...
Wednesday, April 28, 2021

Day of Mourning

Today, 28 April 2021, we mark the Day of Mourning. The Day of Mourning is held annually in Canada on April 28 and is dedicated to remembering those who have lost their lives or suffered injury or illness on the job or due to a work-related tragedy. The Day of Mourning is not only a day to remember and honour those lives lost or injured due to a workplace tragedy, but also a day to renew the commitment to improve health and safety in the workplace and prevent further injuries, illnesses and deaths. In observation of the Day of Mourning, the flags at Government House have been lowered to half-...
Tuesday, April 27, 2021

Cancellation of the 2021 Lieutenant Governor's Annual Garden Party

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, it is necessary to cancel the Lieutenant Governor's Annual Garden Party that was to be held at Government House on Wednesday, 16 June 2021. Their Honours extend their best wishes to all those who regularly attend the annual Garden Party and they hope there will be an opportunity to meet in the not too distant future...
Friday, April 23, 2021

POSTPONED - Evenings @ Government House – 18 May 2021

The Evenings @ Government House event on 18 May 2021 featuring an evening of classical music with members of the musically talented Lee Family: Yi Lee (violin), Anita Gao-Lee (violin), Mimisu Lee (French Horn), and LaLa Lee (piano), is postponed and will be rescheduled when a suitable date is identified. We sincerely regret any inconvenience this postponement may cause.
Thursday, April 22, 2021

A Message from Her Majesty The Queen

The Queen released the following message yesterday. “I have, on the occasion of my 95 th birthday today, received many messages of good wishes, which I very much appreciate. While as a family we are in a period of great sadness, it has been a comfort to us all to see and to hear the tributes paid to my husband, from those within the United Kingdom, the Commonwealth and around the world. My family and I would like to thank you for all the support and kindness shown to us in recent days. We have been deeply touched, and continue to be reminded that Philip had such an extraordinary impact...
Wednesday, April 21, 2021

Birthday of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

Today we mark the 95th birthday of our Sovereign Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Queen of Canada. On behalf of all Nova Scotians, Their Honours The Honourable Arthur J. LeBlanc and Mrs. Patsy LeBlanc extend their best wishes to Her Majesty and thank her for her example of duty and steadfastness during the past year and throughout her reign.
Monday, April 19, 2021

POSTPONED - Evenings @ Government House – 4 May 2021

The Evenings @ Government House event on 4 May 2021 featuring Professor Marc Milner speaking on the role of Canadians in the D-Day Invasion is postponed and will be rescheduled when a suitable date is identified. We sincerely regret any inconvenience this postponement may cause.

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