The first premier of the Colony of Nova Scotia in 1848 was James Boyle Uniacke.[5] He was the leader of the first responsible government in the overseas British Empire.[5]
Joseph Howe was Nova Scotia’s third premier and is known for the landmark trial that established freedom of the press in Nova Scotia.[5]
The first premier of the Province of Nova Scotia, after Canada’s confederation in 1867, was Hiram Blanchard. He served as premier for only 88 days.[5