Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced the appointment of Mike Savage as the new Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia Sunday. Savage currently serves as the Mayor of Halifax where he has represented the electorate for 12 years.

Prior to his position as mayor, Savage was the Member of Parliament for Dartmouth – Cole Harbour for seven years.

“I congratulate Mike Savage on his appointment as the new Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia,” Trudeau wrote in a press release from the Prime Minister’s Office. “He is a passionate public servant and an experienced leader, and I am confident that he will continue to serve Nova Scotians well and make important contributions in his new role.”

Savage's Political Journey and Accomplishments

Savage has been a staunch advocate for local economic growth, sustainability, accessibility and inclusion. He has been an active member of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) Big City Mayors’ Caucus (BCMC), including as Co-Chair of FCM’s Syrian Refugee Response Task Force in 2015. He is also the President of the World Energy Cities partnership, an international organization of cities with significant energy sector interests.

As an MP he served on various parliamentary committees including the Standing Committee on Human Resources, Social Development and the Status of Persons with Disabilities, of which he served as Vice-Chair.

Pre-Political Career

Prior to entering politics, Savage spent 20 years in the business industry in Halifax. He has been involved in numerous community organizations focused on health, the arts, education, and humanitarian work, including as a former board member for the IWK Health Centre in Halifax and President of the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia.

Social Media Reactions

Savage has received congratulations on X from fellow council members including Councillor Tony Mancini.

Duties of the Lieutenant Governor

The Lieutenant Governor is appointed by the Governor General on the recommendation of the prime minister and is charged with granting royal assent to provincial laws as representative for the Crown.

A New Chapter in Savage's Career

Savage will serve a minimum term of five years. The new Lieutenant Governor will be tasked with representing the Crown in Nova Scotia, presiding over the provincial legislature, and granting royal assent to laws. His experience in both local and federal politics will undoubtedly prove valuable in his new role.

This appointment marks a significant transition for both Savage and the province. As Halifax prepares to elect a new mayor on October 19th, Nova Scotia welcomes its newest Lieutenant Governor and looks forward to his contributions in the years to come.