NSPGI for Literacy

LNS is the beneficiary of the funds raised annually through NSPGI for Literacy. Net revenue raised at NSPGI stays in Nova Scotia and is used by LNS to support adult learners. The PGI began in Nova Scotia as a golf tournament in 1991 and the last tournament was held in Cape Breton in 2017. Over that time, NSPGI has raised over $1.5 million to support literacy initiatives across the province.

2019 NSPGI for Literacy Gala Dinner and Auction

The NSPGI for Literacy Gala Dinner and Auction was held on April 30, 2019 at the Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel in Halifax, Nova Scotia. An incredible $75,000 was raised at the event which included a reception, dinner, guest speakers, award presentations, a live auction and speeches by outstanding adult learners who changed their lives and the lives of those around them by improving their literacy and essential skills. VIDEO

LNS is grateful to the supporters of the NSPGI for Literacy Gala Dinner and Auction:
co-chairs Mayor Mike Savage and Chuck Cartmill; Cindy Day, master of ceremonies; Sheree Fitch, poet laureate; Adam Conter, auctioneer; and our PGI musician, Lauren Aucoin. Congratulations to Al MacPhee, recipient of the Purdy Crawford Literacy Champion Award and to Chuck Cartmill, recipient of the Gzowski Award.

2020 NSPGI Dinner and Auction for Literacy

The NSPGI Dinner and Auction for Literacy, scheduled to be held on Tuesday, March 31, 2020 at the Halifax Marriott Harbourfront was cancelled because of COVID-19. The NSPGI Committee made the responsible decision to protect vulnerable Nova Scotians by cancelling the event which had ticket sales of over 200. LNS gratefully acknowledges the generous support of the 2020 NSPGI sponsors and those who purchased tickets. We appreciate your continued commitment to helping all Nova Scotians achieve their learning goals and fulfill their potential.