Leader of Nova Scotia: Premier Tim Houston

Type of Leader

Nova Scotia is a Canadian province. The head of government is the Premier, elected as leader of the majority party in the unicameral Nova Scotia House of Assembly (55 MLAs). The Premier chairs the Executive Council (cabinet).

Current Premier (2024)

Tim Houston, MLA for Pictou East.

• Party: Progressive Conservative Association of Nova Scotia.
• Assumed office: August 31, 2021 (after PC majority win).
• 30th Premier since Confederation (1867).
• Prior: Family physician, healthcare administrator.

Role

Sets legislative agenda, appoints cabinet, represents province federally, oversees $15B+ budget. The Lieutenant Governor (federal appointee) is the ceremonial head of state.