John James Grant

John James Grant
Grant wearing the Levee Dress Civil Uniform, 2014
32nd Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia
In office
April 9, 2012 – June 28, 2017
MonarchElizabeth II
Governor GeneralDavid Johnston
PremierDarrell Dexter
Stephen McNeil
Preceded byMayann Francis
Succeeded byArthur LeBlanc
Personal details
Born (1936-01-17) January 17, 1936 (age 88)
New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada
SpouseJoan Fraser (1936-2022)
Children4 (2 deceased)
Alma materMount Allison University (BComm)
ProfessionSoldier
AwardsOrder of Military Merit,
Canadian Forces' Decoration
Nickname"J.J." or "Jim"
Military service
Allegiance Canada
Branch/service Canadian Army
Years of service1951–1989
Rank Brigadier General

John James "Jim" Grant CM CMM ONS CD (born January 17, 1936)[1] is a Canadian politician and soldier who served as the 32nd Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia.[2]

  1. ^ "Military man named next N.S. lieutenant governor". CBC News. February 16, 2012. Retrieved February 16, 2012.
  2. ^ "PM announces John James Grant as Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia". Prime Minister of Canada's Office. February 16, 2012. Archived from the original on February 18, 2012. Retrieved February 16, 2012.

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