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August 29, 2025

A Very Special Presentation in the Lieutenant-Governor’s Evenings at Government House Series of Free Public Events Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville invites Manitobans to attend a very special presentation to kick off the fall series of Evenings at Government House. In the summer of 1953, 50 young women from rural Canada embarked on a once-in-a-lifetime journey […]

May 8, 2025

Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville will present the Lieutenant Governor’s Historical Preservation and Promotion awards at 5 p.m. today at Government House to five Manitobans for their meritorious service in the preservation and promotion of the province’s history and heritage. This year’s award recipients are: Kenneth Ingram (Winnipeg); Alex Judge (Winnipeg); Fraser Stewart (Selkirk); Daniel Stone […]

April 29, 2025

Next Presentation in the Lieutenant-Governor’s Evenings at Government House Series of Free Public Events Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville invites Manitobans to attend the next presentation of a series of free public events designed to welcome Manitobans into Government House and showcase outstanding and inspiring Manitobans who, through words and deeds, continually work to make the […]

April 15, 2025

Next Presentation in the Lieutenant-Governor’s Evenings at Government House Series of Free Public Events Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville invites Manitobans to attend the next presentation of a series of free public events designed to welcome Manitobans into Government House and showcase outstanding and inspiring Manitobans who, through words and deeds, continually work to make the […]

March 25, 2025

Next Presentation in the Lieutenant-Governor’s Evenings at Government House Series of Free Public Events Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville invites Manitobans to attend the next presentation of a series of free public events designed to welcome Manitobans into Government House and showcase outstanding and inspiring Manitobans who, through words and deeds, continually work to make the […]

February 25, 2025

Next Presentation in the Lieutenant Governor’s Evenings at Government House Series of Free Public Events Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville invites Manitobans to attend the next presentation of a series of free public events designed to welcome Manitobans into Government House and showcase outstanding and inspiring Manitobans who, through words and deeds, continually work to make […]

January 28, 2025

2025 Kickoff for the Lieutenant-Governor’s Evenings at Government House Series of Free Public Events Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville invites Manitobans to attend the first presentation in 2025 of a series of free public events designed to welcome Manitobans into Government House and showcase outstanding and inspiring Manitobans who, through words and deeds, continually work to […]

January 3, 2025

Lt.-Gov. Anita Neville will present the Lieutenant Governor’s Award for the Advancement of Interreligious Understanding to Dr. Mohinder Singh Dhillon at a ceremony at Government House on Tuesday, Feb. 4 at 5 p.m. Dhillon immigrated to Canada with his wife and daughter in its Centennial Year, 1967.  Since then, he has helped to establish the […]

November 7, 2024

“RECONCILIATION THROUGH EDUCATION”  Lieutenant-Governor of Manitoba and the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation to partner on a seven-part free public speakers’ series at Government House Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville is pleased to welcome back the Fall session of Reconciliation Through Education. This initiative is in partnership with the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation […]

November 4, 2024

I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing earlier today of the Honourable Murray Sinclair (Mizhana Gheezhik – the One Who Speaks of Pictures in the Sky). As Manitoba’s first Indigenous judge and the second in Canada, Senator Sinclair lived a life dedicated to public service. An Anishinaabe leader in the justice system, he […]

October 30, 2024

Next Presentation in the Lieutenant-Governor’s Evenings at Government House Series of Free Public Events Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville invites Manitobans to attend the next presentation in a series of free public events designed to welcome Manitobans into Government House and showcase outstanding and inspiring Manitobans who, through words and deeds, continually work to make the […]

October 24, 2024

Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville is pleased to be presenting 55 outstanding Manitobans with the King Charles III Coronation Medal at the first Manitoba ceremony later today. “The King Charles III Coronation Medal program was established by the Government of Canada to mark His Majesty King Charles III’s Coronation on May 6, 2023, and is a […]

October 17, 2024

At 10 a.m. tomorrow, Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville will be presented with the first poppy of this year’s annual Royal Canadian Legion fundraiser at Government House, 10 Kennedy St. by Comrade Ernie Tester, president, Royal Canadian Legion Provincial Command. “Wearing the poppy demonstrates our understanding of Canada’s national debt of gratitude owed to all veterans,” […]

October 8, 2024

“RECONCILIATION THROUGH EDUCATION” Lieutenant-Governor of Manitoba and the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation to partner on a seven part free public speakers’ series at Government House Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville is pleased to welcome back the Fall session of Reconciliation Through Education. This initiative is in partnership with the National Centre for Truth and […]

September 24, 2024

Next Presentation in the Lieutenant-Governor’s Evenings at Government House Series of Free Public Events Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville invites Manitobans to attend the next presentation in a series of free public events designed to welcome Manitobans into Government House and showcase outstanding and inspiring Manitobans who, through words and deeds, continually work to make the […]

September 7, 2024

I am shocked and heartbroken to learn of the sudden and untimely passing of Assembly of Manitoba First Nation Grand Chief Cathy Merrick. As the first woman to be elected as grand chief of the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs, she was an inspiration to women and girls, her community, and the greater community throughout our […]

September 5, 2024

“RECONCILIATION THROUGH EDUCATION” Lieutenant-Governor of Manitoba and the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation welcome the fall session of a seven-part free public speakers’ series at Government House Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville is pleased to welcome back the fall session of Reconciliation Through Education. This initiative is in partnership with the National Centre for Truth […]

August 27, 2024

Next Presentation in the Lieutenant-Governor’s Evenings at Government House Series of Free Public Events  Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville invites Manitobans to attend the next presentation in a series of free public events designed to welcome Manitobans into Government House and showcase outstanding and inspiring Manitobans who, through words and deeds, continually work to make the […]

June 6, 2024

“Reconciliation Through Education” Lieutenant-Governor of Manitoba and the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation to partner on a seven-part free public speakers’ series at Government House Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville is pleased to announce a new initiative, in partnership with the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (NCTR), to provide Manitobans the opportunity to learn […]

May 27, 2024

Next Presentation in the Lieutenant-Governor’s Evenings at Government House Series of Free Public Events Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville invites Manitobans to attend the next presentation in a series of free public events designed to welcome Manitobans into Government House and showcase outstanding and inspiring Manitobans who, through words and deeds, continually work to make the […]

May 2, 2024

“Reconciliation Through Education” Lieutenant-Governor of Manitoba and the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation to partner on a seven-part free public speakers’ series at Government House Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville is pleased to announce a new initiative, in partnership with the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (NCTR), to provide Manitobans the opportunity to learn […]

April 23, 2024

Next Presentation in the Lieutenant-Governor’s Evenings at Government House Series of Free Public Events Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville invites Manitobans to attend the next presentation in a series of free public events designed to welcome Manitobans into Government House and showcase outstanding and inspiring Manitobans who, through words and deeds, continually work to make the […]

April 3, 2024

“RECONCILIATION THROUGH EDUCATION” Lieutenant-Governor of Manitoba and the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation to partner on a seven-part free public speakers’ series at Government House Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville is pleased to announce a new initiative, in partnership with the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (NCTR), to provide Manitobans the opportunity to learn […]

March 26, 2024

Next Presentation in the Lieutenant-Governor’s Evenings at Government House Series of Free Public Events Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville invites Manitobans to attend the next presentation in a series of free public events designed to welcome Manitobans into Government House and showcase outstanding and inspiring Manitobans who, through words and deeds, continually work to make the […]

March 11, 2024

The seventy-fifth anniversary of The Commonwealth is a moment to reflect on the remarkable journey that our unique family of free and independent nations has made since 1949. Last year, The Bahamas celebrated its fiftieth anniversary of Independence, as Grenada has this year, and Papua New Guinea will next year.  Each of these milestones – […]

March 7, 2024

Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville is pleased to announce a new initiative, in partnership with the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (NCTR), to provide Manitobans the opportunity to learn about the truth of our history from First Nations, Métis and Inuit knowledge keepers. Presenters will share experience and insight on how all we can all […]

February 27, 2024

Next Presentation in the Lieutenant Governor’s Evenings at Government House Series of Free Public Events Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville invites Manitobans to attend the next presentation in a series of free public events designed to welcome Manitobans into Government House and showcase outstanding and inspiring Manitobans who, through words and deeds, continually work to make […]

January 31, 2024

Next Presentation in the Lieutenant Governor’s Evenings at Government House Series of Free Public Events Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville invites Manitobans to attend the next presentation in a series of free public events designed to welcome Manitobans into Government House and showcase outstanding and inspiring Manitobans who, through words and deeds, continually work to make […]

January 11, 2024

Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville is encouraging the public to nominate worthy Manitobans who have provided prolonged and meritorious service in the preservation and promotion of Manitoba history for an award, presented in consultation with the Manitoba Historical Society (MHS). “I am pleased to continue this award started in 2011 to recognize community-minded individuals who devote […]

January 8, 2024

Lt.-Gov. Anita Neville will present the Lieutenant Governor’s Award for the Advancement of Interreligious Understanding to Reverend Doctor Loraine MacKenzie Shepherd at a ceremony at Government House on Tuesday, Feb. 6, at 5 p.m. Rev. Dr. Loraine MacKenzie Shepherd has served rural and urban United churches for thirty years. She has brought a commitment to […]

January 2, 2024

2024 Kickoff for the Lieutenant Governor’s Evenings at Government House Series of Free Public Events Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville invites Manitobans to attend the first presentation in 2024 of a series of free public events designed to welcome Manitobans into Government House and showcase outstanding and inspiring Manitobans who, through words and deeds, continually work […]

December 28, 2023

The festive season is traditionally a time of goodwill, celebration, and thoughtful reflection on the year gone by, and the promise of the new one to come. There is a prevailing sense of hope and optimism for the days ahead, stirred by the holiday spirit that so often brings out the very best in Manitobans. […]

December 18, 2023

Earlier today Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville visited Agape Table to deliver over 300 pounds of non-perishable food items collected through the Lieutenant Governor’s Sharing Hope Initiative, a program through which the lieutenant-governor invites guests to bring non-perishable food items when attending Government House events. “As lieutenant-governor, I want to use my voice to do what […]

November 14, 2023

As His Majesty the King’s representative in Manitoba and on behalf of Manitobans, I extend birthday greetings to His Majesty the King on the occasion of his 75th birthday. I have sent a letter of congratulations to His Majesty and noted that Manitobans remember with great fondness his visits to our province as Prince Charles. […]

November 11, 2023

On Remembrance Day, Canadians across our country gather to honour the brave men and women who are a proud part of the enduring legacy of honour and excellence of our country’s armed forces.  We honour those who have served, those who continue to serve, and those who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our […]

November 9, 2023

Indigenous Veterans have an admirable record of service in Canada’s armed forces, contributing greatly to our military’s outstanding reputation of honour and excellence at home and around the world.  On Nov. 8, we honour those who have served, those who continue to serve, and those who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our great […]

November 6, 2023

Nominations are now being accepted for the Lieutenant Governor’s Community Leadership Awards, to be presented to four deserving individuals from across the province as part of the 40th Annual Volunteer Awards hosted by Volunteer Manitoba. The gala will take place on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at the Club Regent Event Centre.   “Everywhere I go, […]

October 31, 2023

Next Presentation in the Lieutenant Governor’s Evenings at Government House Series of Free Public Events   Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville invites Manitobans to attend the next presentation in a series of free public events designed to welcome Manitobans into Government House and showcase outstanding and inspiring Manitobans who, through words and deeds, continually work to […]

October 25, 2023

At 1 p.m. tomorrow, Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville will be presented with the first poppy of this year’s annual Royal Canadian Legion fundraiser at Government House, 10 Kennedy St. by Comrade Ernie Tester, president, Royal Canadian Legion Provincial Command. “Wearing the poppy demonstrates our understanding of Canada’s national debt of gratitude owed to all veterans,” […]

September 26, 2023

Next Presentation in the Lieutenant Governor’s Evenings at Government House Series of Free Public Events Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville invites Manitobans to attend the next presentation in a series of free public events designed to welcome Manitobans into Government House and showcase outstanding and inspiring Manitobans who, through words and deeds, continually work to make […]

September 14, 2023

On September 14, 2023, Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville announced the launch of the Lieutenant Governor’s Sharing Hope Initiative, a program through which guests will be invited to bring non-perishable food items when attending Government House events. “As lieutenant-governor, I want to use my voice to do what I can to raise awareness of food insecurity […]

August 29, 2023

Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville invites Manitobans – particularly those who have never visited Government House before – to attend the next presentation in a series of free public events designed to welcome Manitobans into Government House and showcase outstanding and inspiring Manitobans who, through words and deeds, continually work to make the province better for […]

August 28, 2023

July 1, 2023

A time for unity, and celebration, Canada Day inspires citizens from coast to coast to coast to gather, in collective national pride, as we mark the anniversary of 156th anniversary of Confederation. Together, we celebrate Canada – a vibrant nation of majestic beauty revered for its rich multicultural mosaic and democratic social values. The Canadian […]

June 16, 2023

On behalf of all Manitobans, I am shocked and heartbroken to learn about the unfathomable tragedy near the Town of Carberry earlier today. I have complete confidence in the exceptional emergency response and health-care workers, and I know they are doing absolutely everything they can. This is a devastating tragedy for our province, and I […]

June 8, 2023

“ENLIGHTENED ALLYSHIP” WITH Clan Mothers Healing Village Next Presentation in the Lieutenant Governor’s Evenings at Government House Series of Free Public Events Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville invites Manitobans – particularly those who have never visited Government House before – to attend the next presentation in a series of free public events designed to welcome Manitobans […]

May 18, 2023

Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville will present the Lieutenant Governor’s Historical Preservation and Promotion awards at 5 p.m. today at Government House to four Manitobans for their meritorious service in the preservation and promotion of the province’s history and heritage.   This year’s award recipients are: Douglas (Doug) Evans (Winnipeg); Nelson Gerrard (Arborg); Richard (Dick) Remus […]

May 8, 2023

On behalf of all Manitobans, it is my honour and privilege to extend congratulations to His Royal Highness King Charles III and Queen Camilla, on this Coronation day – a historical milestone for the British monarchy, the Commonwealth and, indeed, world history. This monumental day ushers in a new era of leadership as His Majesty […]

May 3, 2023

Next Presentation in the Lieutenant Governor’s Evenings at Government House Series of Free Public Events Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville invites Manitobans – particularly those who have never visited Government House before – to attend the next presentation in a series of free public events designed to welcome Manitobans into Government House and showcase outstanding and […]

March 28, 2023

With Dr. Jino Distasio, Professor, Department of Geography, University of Winnipeg Next Presentation in the Lieutenant Governor’s Evenings at Government House Series of Free Public Events Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville invites Manitobans – particularly those who have never visited Government House before – to attend the next presentation in a series of free public events […]

March 7, 2023

Next Presentation in the Lieutenant Governor’s Evenings at Government House Series of Free Public Events Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville invites Manitobans – particularly those who have never visited Government House before – to attend the next presentation in a series of free public events designed to welcome Manitobans into Government House and showcase outstanding and […]

February 6, 2023

Lt.-Gov. Anita Neville will present the Lieutenant Governor’s Award for the Advancement of Interreligious Understanding to Bill L. Weissmann at a ceremony at Government House on Tuesday, Feb. 7, at 5 p.m. A member of the Jewish community, Weissmann has had a long career as a bridge builder and goodwill ambassador. In his decades-long vocation […]

February 2, 2023

INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES AND THE ARTS Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville invites Manitobans – particularly those who have never visited Government House before – to attend the next presentation in a series of free public events designed to welcome Manitobans into Government House and showcase outstanding and inspiring Manitobans who, through words and deeds, continually work to […]

January 16, 2023

Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville is encouraging the public to nominate worthy Manitobans who have provided prolonged and meritorious service in the preservation and promotion of Manitoba history for an award, presented in consultation with the Manitoba Historical Society. “Since 2011, this award has formally recognized Manitobans who have spent countless hours preserving and promoting the […]

January 3, 2023

  “EVENINGS AT GOVERNMENT HOUSE” Inaugural Event Featuring DAYNA SPIRING President and CEO Economic Development Winnipeg Lt.-Gov. Anita R. Neville invites Manitobans – particularly those who have never visited Government House before – to attend the first of a series of free public events designed to welcome Manitobans into Government House and showcase outstanding and […]

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