10 September 2009
Ottawa, Ontario
Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced today that The Honourable Graydon Nicholas will serve as the next Lieutenant-Governor of the Province of New Brunswick.
“Judge Nicholas has an impressive record of public leadership both on the bench and within the community,” said the Prime Minister. “His long-time dedication to improving the lives of First Nations peoples in New Brunswick is both impressive and inspiring. He is a tremendous role model for any Aboriginal youth who dream of pursuing a career in law or public service.”
The Prime Minister selected Mr. Nicholas as the next Lieutenant-Governor after direct consultation with Premier Shawn Graham and Opposition Leader David Alward. The Provincial Government and Official Opposition both expressed their support for Mr. Nicholas’ selection.
Lieutenant-governors are appointed by her Excellency the Governor General on the advice of the Prime Minister. They serve five-year terms, during which they act as their provinces’ vice-regal representatives.
The Prime Minister took the opportunity to thank Herménégilde Chiasson for his dedicated service to New Brunswick.
