Nova Scotians Invited to Attend 2026 New Year’s Day Levée
Lt.-Gov. Mike Savage and Ms. Darlene Savage will welcome the public to Government House in Halifax on New Year’s Day. (Province of Nova Scotia / File)
Lt.-Gov. Mike Savage will welcome the public to the New Year’s Day Levée at Government House in Halifax on Thursday, January 1.
This annual event allows Nova Scotians the opportunity to exchange New Year’s greetings with the Lieutenant-Governor and Ms. Savage while visiting the oldest vice-regal residence in North America.
“The levée is a cherished tradition that brings Nova Scotians together in the spirit of community, friendship and renewal,” said Lt.-Gov Savage. “It is always a great joy for Darlene and I to ring in the New Year with residents and visitors to the province in this special celebration.”
Government House is located at 1451 Barrington St. Doors will be open from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The event is free, and invitations are not required.
Quick Facts:
- New Year’s Day levées are social events hosted by lieutenant-governors, military establishments, municipalities and other institutions
- levées have become a time-honoured tradition in Nova Scotia and provide opportunities for local officials and community members to exchange goodwill greetings
- about 700 guests attend the lieutenant-governor’s levée each year
- Government House, constructed between 1799 and 1805, is a national historic site