8th General Assembly of Nova Scotia
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A writ for the election of the 8th General Assembly of Nova Scotia was issued on October 21, 1799, returnable by December 23, 1799. The assembly convened on February 20, 1800, held six sessions, and was dissolved on May 28, 1806.
Dates of specific sessions are under research.
Governor and Council
- Governor-in-Chief of British North America: Sir Robert Milnes
- Lieutenant Governor: Sir John Wentworth
Technically, Gov. Milnes was appointed not as governor general, but as Governor of the Canadas, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia (four simultaneous appointments). Since a governor only has power when actually in their jurisdiction, the three additional appointments were effectively meaningless, with Lt. Gov. Wentworth serving as acting governor.
The members of the Council are currently under research.
