Nova Scotia Lieutenant Governor Arthur J. LeBlanc (third from the left) and Elder Margaret Pelletier (second from the right) from We’kogma’q First Nation, begin to unveil the Community Spirit Award during the official presentation on May 28, 2021 the community centre in We’koqma’q.

Photos by Mary HankeyThe Lieutenant Governor’s Community Spirit Award ceremony, at the community centre in We’koqma’q, started with a prayer by John William Cremo. First Nations We’koqma’qewiskwa Drummers performed the Honour Song during the Lieutenant Governor’s Community Spirit Award ceremony. Robert Bernard performed the Master of Ceremony duties for the Lieutenant Governor’s Community Spirit Award…

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Drake Lowthers

Drake Lowthers is the editor of The Strait Area Reporter, where he leads coverage of the people, stories, and events that shape northeastern Nova Scotia and western Cape Breton Island. Originally from the Annapolis Valley, and calling Antigonish home for the past decade, he has a passion for community journalism, and has told hundreds of stories that highlight local voices - from grassroots initiatives to provincial issues that affect everyday life - in a creative, yet thought-provoking way. His dedication to excellence in journalism has earned multiple recognitions on the national stage, confirming his belief in the vital role of local news in informing, connecting, and strengthening communities. When he isn’t in the newsroom, Drake is deeply engaged in the Antigonish community, where he continues to advocate for collaboration and building a stronger future together.

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Drake Lowthers
Drake Lowthers is the editor of The Strait Area Reporter, where he leads coverage of the people, stories, and events that shape northeastern Nova Scotia and western Cape Breton Island. Originally from the Annapolis Valley, and calling Antigonish home for the past decade, he has a passion for community journalism, and has told hundreds of stories that highlight local voices - from grassroots initiatives to provincial issues that affect everyday life - in a creative, yet thought-provoking way. His dedication to excellence in journalism has earned multiple recognitions on the national stage, confirming his belief in the vital role of local news in informing, connecting, and strengthening communities. When he isn’t in the newsroom, Drake is deeply engaged in the Antigonish community, where he continues to advocate for collaboration and building a stronger future together.