The ship “F.&E. Givan” was possibly named after him and his brother Fred?
1901 Census confirms his birthdate but lists him as being a native of Moncton, whereas his obituary confirms he was born in Nova Scotia and came to Moncton with his parents at an early age.
In 1907 owned Givan Steamed Laundry at 40-48 King St., a first class operation which prided itself on keeping up to date with the latest technology and known for exceptional customer service.
His home address was 26 King St.
Sold the laundry business in 1919 (notice in the Moncton paper May 15, 1919).
He was also a dealer for Pierce-Arrow cars and trucks and Cadillac. (It’s likely that his young cousin Harry E. Givan worked for him there before starting his own Pierce-Arrow dealership over in Toronto)
In 1928 owned EW Givan Ltd, a Buick, Pontiac, Frigidaire dealership.
He was a member of the Masonic Order like his brother and father.
He died in Montreal where he had been transferred to the hospital for treatment.

from “The Monctonians” volume 2 by J.E. Belliveau:
“In those Old Home Week times [1912], Ern Givan was maritime agent for the 36-6 cylinder Pierce-Arrow car, the touring model with the soft top, isin-glass side curtains in case of rain, and a fold-down windscreen. Givan didn’t depend on sales of that alone to make a living. He also sold ‘Orange Julep, the best drink that ever trickled down a thirsty throat. Try it.’ Next door, just to clean things up, Givan’s invited citizens to “See Your Laundry Work at Givan’s Steam Laundry.’ They were as they said, first to adopt natural gas in Moncton. ‘Always up to date, at 90 King St., Moncton, Phone 64.’”

from Moncton Dec. 12, 1935:
“Death Occurs of E. W. Givan in Montreal
Prominent Citizen Succumbs In Hospital After Serious Operation
News that was received with regret by his many friends in the city and elsewhere told of the death of one of Moncton’s prominent citizens, Ernest W. Givan, who passed away last night in the Montreal General Hospital. Death was somewhat unexpected. Mr. Givan had been ill for several weeks and he was taken to Montreal a week ago last Sunday for treatment. Bulletins from the hospital during the last few days since his serious operation last Thursday, had seemed encouraging, but he suddenly weakened yesterday, and death came in the evening. Mrs. Givan had been with him since his removal to Montreal and was at the bedside when he died.
Mr. Givan was a native of Nova Scotia, and came to Moncton with his parents, the late Mr. and Mrs. William Givan, at an early age residing here practically all his life. Possessed of a kindly disposition and many sterling qualities, Mr. Givan was highly esteemed and enjoyed the confidence of all who knew him. His death will be deeply regretted by many friends not only in Moncton but elsewhere.
Prominent in the business and social life of the city, he always took a deep interest in community affairs. He served as an alderman of the City Council for a term, and was connected with other civic organizations which stood for the good of the city.
The late Mr. Givan was formerly engaged in the laundry business which he conducted successfully for many years. Interested in those things which marked this century as the age of progress, when automobiles first made their appearance in Eastern Canada, he was one of the first citizens to own one, and later he became a dealer.
In fraternal circles, Mr. Givan was promenent in the Masonic Order. He was a Past Master and had also filled various offices in the different branches of the Order. He was well known throughout the Maritimes through his different activities and the Order has lost a loyal and valued member in his passing.
He was an active member of the old Moncton Amateur Athletic Association and did much to promote interest in amateur athletics. Until his death he was a trustee of the M.A.A.A. here. However, Mr. Givan will be remembered most as a curler. He was a starter member of the Moncton Curlers Association, which was organized in Mechanie [?illegible] street almost forty years ago and had been an active member of the curling club since that time. A few years ago he was one of the New Brunswick representatives on the Canadian Curling Team which visited Scotland. In honor of that ____ and in recoginition of his valued services in the promotion of curling in this city, he was made an honorary member of the Moncton club. He also took a deep interest in golf and had been a member of the local club.
The late Mr. Givan, who was 65 years of age is survived by his widow, who, before her marriage was Miss Margaret Lindsay, daughter of the late David B. Lindsay, an official of the old Intercolonial Railway in its early days. Mrs. G. Talmage Cummings [sic], this city , is a niece and Mrs. Charles Jones, of this city, at present residing in Montreal, is an aunt. The late Frederick W. Givan, mayor of Moncton for several years, was a brother.
The body will arrive in Moncton on the Ocean Limited tomorrow afternoon, the funeral to be held on Monday at 3 p.m. from the family residence.”

from The Times, Moncton, June 29, 1892:
A quiet wedding took place at Riviere du Loup Monday morn., the participants being Ernest GIVAN of this city and Maggie LINDSAY eldest d/o D.B. LINDSAY, Gen. Passenger and Freight Agent of Temiscouata Railway. Wm N. RIPPEY supported the groom, the bride being attended by her sister, Miss Bertha LINDSEY. After the ceremony the couple left for their future home in Moncton. Rev. Weary officiated.