Nova Scotians Receive Award of Excellence for l’Acadie and Francophonie
The Lieutenant-Governor's Award of Excellence for l’Acadie and Francophonie of Nova Scotia medal. (Office of the Lieutenant-Governor)
Two Nova Scotians were recognized today, June 5, with the 2024 Lieutenant-Governor's Award of Excellence for l’Acadie and Francophonie of Nova Scotia.
“I am thrilled that these remarkable individuals have been chosen for this recognition,” said Lt.-Gov. Arthur J. LeBlanc. “Their efforts celebrate the French language and the rich history and culture of the Acadian community, ensuring accessibility for future generations through their ongoing endeavours."
Created in August 2020 by Lt.-Gov. LeBlanc and overseen by the Office of Acadian Affairs and Francophonie, the award honours people whose social, economic or cultural contributions have made a difference in the francophone and Acadian community and Nova Scotia as a whole.
The 2024 recipients are:
- Trevor Murphy, Halifax (francophone)
- Elle Peters, East Lawrencetown (youth).
When possible, the award recognizes outstanding citizens in three categories: a francophone, a francophile – someone who is not francophone, but who supports or promotes the French language and culture – and a youth recipient under the age of 25.
The recipients are chosen by an independent selection committee with representatives from Université Sainte-Anne, la Fédération acadienne de la Nouvelle-Écosse, Alliance française d'Halifax, the Office of Acadian Affairs and Francophonie, a francophone recipient of the Order of Nova Scotia or Order of Canada, a young person and a former recipient of the award.
Quotes:
“Our province is filled with individuals who continuously strive to make a positive difference in their communities. The Lieutenant-Governor’s Award of Excellence for l’Acadie and Francophonie is one way to express our appreciation and acknowledge the outstanding work of those exceptional individuals in our Acadian and francophone community.”
— Colton LeBlanc, Minister of Acadian Affairs and Francophonie
Quick Facts:
- Lt.-Gov. LeBlanc is the first Acadian to serve as Lieutenant-Governor of Nova Scotia
- it is customary for Nova Scotia’s lieutenant-governors to establish awards that recognize excellence during their time in office
- this is the second award created during Lt.-Gov. LeBlanc's tenure, following the Award for Culinary Excellence established in March 2019 with Nova Scotia Community College
Additional Resources:
More information is available at: https://acadien.novascotia.ca/en/lieutenant-governor-nova-scotia-francophonie-award