We text every day: N.S. Lieutenant-governor jokes about King Charles relationship – Halifax [Video]

Nova Scotia’s new lieutenant-governor, Mike Savage, is getting used to his new title and role.

In his first official interview since his installation, Savage told Global News Morning the whole experience is not something “I ever imagined.”

From ceremonies to receptions and the upcoming New Year’s Day levee, it’s been a whirlwind.

“There’s been a lot going on. And it’s been interesting. And we feel very blessed,” he said on behalf of himself and his wife Darlene.

The longtime politician was installed last week as the province’s 34th lieutenant-governor.

Before his appointment by the prime minister, Savage served 12 years as mayor of Halifax and announced in February that he would not seek re-election. Before becoming mayor, he was the MP for the federal riding of Dartmouth-Cole Harbour for seven years.

A part of his new job is also a new home.

Savage now lives at Government House, which was constructed in the early 1800s.

“I am a history guy. And so, I mean, you look …