Premier Extends Condolences on the Passing of Peter Underwood

Premier Darrell Dexter was saddened to hear that long-time Nova Scotia civil servant Peter Underwood passed away Sunday, March 25.

"This is a great loss, and I want to express my sincere condolences to Peter's family, friends and colleagues at this difficult time," said Premier Dexter. "Peter dedicated years of service to this province at the senior level. He will be missed by all who were fortunate to have known him."

Mr. Underwood worked in the public service for more than 25 years, serving as deputy minister with the departments of Agriculture, Environment, and Fisheries and Aquaculture. He was instrumental in developing the province's natural resources strategy, among other key initiatives in the resource sector.

His most recent appointment was leading multi-department policy and organization al initiatives for the Executive Council Office, working with senior officials throughout government. Until recently, Mr. Underwood led the team working on the merger of the Nova Scotia Agricultural College with Dalhousie University.