John James Grant
John James "Jim" Grant CM CMM ONS CD (born January 17, 1936) is a Canadian politician and soldier who served as the 32nd Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia.
Brigadier General The Honourable John James Grant CM CMM ONS CD | |
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Grant wearing the Levee Dress Civil Uniform, 2014 | |
| 32nd Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia | |
| In office April 9, 2012 – June 28, 2017 | |
| Monarch | Elizabeth II |
| Governor General | David Johnston |
| Premier | Darrell Dexter Stephen McNeil |
| Preceded by | Mayann Francis |
| Succeeded by | Arthur LeBlanc |
| Personal details | |
| Born | January 17, 1936 New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada |
| Spouse | Joan Fraser (1936-2022) |
| Children | 4 (2 deceased) |
| Alma mater | Mount Allison University (BComm) |
| Profession | Soldier |
| Awards | Order of Military Merit, Canadian Forces' Decoration |
| Nickname | "J.J." or "Jim" |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | Canada |
| Branch/service | Canadian Army |
| Years of service | 1951–1989 |
| Rank | Brigadier General |
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