New Year's Day Levee returns to Government House

Government House of Saskatchewan opened its doors to the public once again for the annual New Year's Day Levee on Wednesday.

Government House of Saskatchewan opened its doors to the public once again for the annual New Year's Day Levee on Wednesday.

This tradition dates back to 1884 in Saskatchewan, and it has continued every year since. Lt. Gov. Russ Mirasty said the tradition is a wonderful day to star the new year on, since it brings people together.

"In the old days, it was kind of more of the aristocracy of the country or a region that would bring people in, open their doors so that they could interact on a more informal level with people from the community, and I think that's the most important aspect of this day. And as you'll see, we get many, many people here, many visitors,” he said.

The event was open for anyone to attend and featured food, drinks, music, several activities, and an opportunity to meet the Their Honours.

This was Mirasty's last Levee in the role of Lieutenant Governor, and he expressed that he has particularly enjoyed this event as an opportunity to meet people over the years.

"Just really meeting people and especially people that have never been here to Government House. And that often happens in people that we haven't met, and those are the special moments that we look forward to,” he said.

Those in attendance were also provided an opportunity to explore Government House and learn a bit more about the historic building, and the people inside.