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Order of Nova Scotia


 

The Order of Nova Scotia, established in 2001, is the highest honour of the province of Nova Scotia. A maximum of 5 individuals are awarded annually. The first awards were presented in 2002.

Advisory Council

Its members are:

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  • a Chair, appointed by the Premier
  • the Chief Justice of Nova Scotia, or a judge of the Nova Scotia Court of Appeal or the Supreme Court of Nova Scotia, designated by the Chief Justice
  • the Clerk of the Executive Council
  • three members appointed by the Premier, including the president of a university in the province and a member of the Order
  • a member appointed by the Leader of the Opposition
  • a member appointed by each leader of a recognized party in the House of Assembly