Hospitality is offered at Government House for visitors to the Province as well as representatives of charitable organizations within the Province and recipients of awards. The Lieutenant-Governor also hosts an annual Garden Party at several locations in the Province and a New Year's Day levee at Government House to which members of the public are invited. In addition, the Lieutenant-Governor participates in a wide variety of events at the request of organizations, groups and individuals throughout the Province which are listed weekly in the Saturday edition of the Evening Telegram . The granting of patronage raises the profile of worthy endeavors and gives support to those engaged in enriching the lives of the people of the Province. The Lieutenant-Governor is appointed by the Governor General, on the advice of the Prime Minister of Canada, for a period of not less than five years.
Premature terminations can only be for cause.
Extensions are possible following discussion between the Prime Minister and the Lieutenant-Governor. The Lieutenant-Governor is paid a salary and allowances by the Federal Government. The Provincial Government provides administrative, household and operational funding for Government House. They serve in a voluntary capacity, without remuneration. Lieutenant Governor's Standard Personal Standard A standard was approved by the Governor General in 1980 for all Lieutenant-Governors.