The government is headed by the Premier, Tim Houston, who took office August 31, 2021. Halifax is home to the House of Assembly and Lieutenant-Governor. The House of Assembly has met in Halifax at Province House since 1819.
Halifax's government structure is headed by Premier Tim Houston, who took office on August 31, 2021. The city's legislative and administrative functions are centered around the House of Assembly and Lieutenant-Governor, which have been based in Halifax since 1819 at Province House.