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Tuesday, March 7, 2023

Prix d’excellence du lieutenant-gouverneur pour l’Acadie et la francophonie

Date limite prolongée : 12 mars 2023 La soumission de candidatures pour le Prix d’excellence du lieutenant-gouverneur pour l’Acadie et la francophonie est ouverte.Le Prix rend hommage aux personnes dont les contributions sociales, économiques ou culturelles ont un effet bénéfique sur la communauté francophone et sur la Nouvelle-Écosse en général. « Depuis la création du Prix en août 2020, j’ai eu le plaisir de souligner l’importante contribution de gens de toute la province à notre communauté francophone, a déclaré le lieutenant-gouverneur Arthur J. LeBlanc. La...

Thursday, February 23, 2023

Evenings @ Government House with the Voices of THR!VE

On Tuesday, March 7th at 7:00 PM, join the Voices of THR!VE, Nova Scotia's Show Choir for Girls, for a night of music at Government House (1451 Barrington Street, Halifax). The goal of the choir is to empower young people to come fully alive in their potential. Members range in age from 8 - 16 and will perform a songs representing a variety of genres. A dessert reception will follow the presentation. Guests will have the opportunity to chat with members of THR!VE and the Lieutenant Governor, while enjoying treats prepared for the evening. Learn More About the Voices of THR!VE: THR!VE...

Thursday, February 9, 2023

Evenings @ Government House with Kristine Richer

On Tuesday, February 21st at 7:00 PM, join Kristine Richer, owner of Kristine Rose Photography , for a luminous night under the Milky Way. Guests will explore the beautiful landscapes of Nova Scotia in a new way. The province is unique not only in landscape, but also the access to dark, light pollution free skies. Kristine creates images under the cover of darkness that reveal the stunning sky above, rivaled only by the connection to the landscape below. She has received recognition from NASA for her work, and her photographs have been shown and printed around the world. A dessert reception...

Thursday, February 2, 2023

175th Anniversary of Responsible Government in Nova Scotia

Although Responsible Government had been operating in Britain since the reign of King George III, it was not exported to Britain’s overseas territories until 1848. Nova Scotia led the development of democracy in Canada . With the arraignment of representative government in 1758, and then in 1848 the achievement of responsible government, the Crown and by extension, the Lieutenant Governor, played a central role in the development of our system of government. The change to responsible government was revolutionary. The transition laid the foundation for the kind of government we have...

Friday, January 27, 2023

Evenings @ Government House: The Viola Desmond Experience

On Tuesday, February 7 th at 7:00 PM, the Lieutenant Governor will welcome Charlie Marven, lead artist for The Viola Desmond Experience, to Government House (1451 Barrington Street). Mr. Marven will share behind the scenes footage taken while designing and building The Viola Desmond Experience. He will also demonstrate how he created the concept for the art installation and share stories about its personal meaning. A dessert reception will follow the presentation. Guests will have the opportunity to chat with Charlie Marven and the Lieutenant Governor, while enjoying treats prepared for the...

Tuesday, January 24, 2023

Candidatures acceptées pour le Prix d’excellence du lieutenant-gouverneur pour l’Acadie et la francophonie

On peut soumettre les candidatures pour le Prix d’excellence du lieutenant-gouverneur pour l’Acadie et la francophonie à compter d’aujourd’hui, 24 janvier. Le Prix rend hommage aux personnes dont les contributions sociales, économiques ou culturelles ont un effet bénéfique sur la communauté francophone et sur la Nouvelle-Écosse en général. « Depuis la création du Prix en août 2020, j’ai eu le plaisir de souligner l’importante contribution de gens de toute la province à notre communauté francophone, a déclaré le lieutenant-gouverneur Arthur J. LeBlanc...

Wednesday, January 18, 2023

Winter 2023 Season of Evenings @ Government House

We are happy to announce the Winter 2023 Season of Evenings @ Government House! Join us every second Tuesday for free events that celebrate the culture, history and heritage of our province. All sessions begin at 7:00 PM and are followed by a dessert reception. Government House is located in downtown Halifax at 1451 Barrington Street. Parking is available on Barrington Street and in the surrounding area. The House is fully accessible. Registration Details : Online Registration Form: Click here Email Registration: LGOffice@novascotia.ca P hone Registration: 902-424-7001 Winter 2023 Season :...

Monday, January 9, 2023

Best Wishes for 2023

His Honour the Honourable Arthur J. LeBlanc and Mrs. LeBlanc would like to thank Nova Scotians for their service, contributions to their communities and dedication to their professions over the past year. This work celebrates collective provincial traditions and strengthens relationships that bring meaning to our lives each day. A significant highlight of 2022 was the ability to open the ceremonial home of all Nova Scotians to guests once again. As the COVID-19 public health mandates made it possible to safely invite visitors to Government House and travel to communities across Nova Scotia,...

Monday, December 19, 2022

2023 New Year’s Day Levée

All Nova Scotians are invited to attend the annual New Year’s Day Levée on Sunday, January 1st, at Government House, Halifax. During the event, guests can exchange New Year’s greetings with the Lieutenant Governor and Mrs. LeBlanc, and visit the oldest vice-regal residence in North America. The New Year’s Day Levée will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. Invitations or advanced registration are not required to attend. Government House is located at 1451 Barrington Street, Halifax. For information about parking, accessiblity and...

Monday, December 12, 2022

2022 Order of Nova Scotia Recipients

Five Nova Scotians who have made significant contributions to the province in a diverse range of fields, from public health to business mentorship, have been appointed to the Order of Nova Scotia. His Honour the Honourable Arthur J. LeBlanc, Chancellor of the Order of Nova Scotia, released the names of the Order’s newest members today, December 12. “It is my great pleasure to appoint five exemplary citizens to the Order of Nova Scotia,” said the Lieutenant Governor. “Their service and contributions have made long-lasting impressions on our historic record, cultural...

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