I love the Dartmouth Seniors Service Centre and the wonderful events they put on! Whether it’s socials or fundraisers, it’s such a great place to catch up with folks in the community. Anne and I attended their Lobster with Love fundraiser for Meals on Wheels last night, and it was a fantastic evening. Huge [...]
We’re getting more homes built in Dartmouth—Cole Harbour! Today, I announced that our government has partnered with Millbrook First Nation to help build a new 68-unit apartment building with one, two, and three-bedroom rental homes through the Affordable Housing Fund. It was great spending time with Chief Gloade today at Millbrook First Nation to [...]
FYI: The Cole Harbour Community Fridge is having a BBQ Fundraiser today! 11am—2pm at Payzant’s Home Hardware — 999 Cole Harbour Rd.
Spoiler alert: it’s here! Travel to the U.S. from Canada is down for the 14th consecutive month, and Halifax Stanfield International Airport has made the strongest gains in Canada! Passenger traffic was up 15% in March alone. Whether they’re coming from elsewhere in Canada or from overseas, travellers are flocking to Nova Scotia. Our [...]
05-05-2026 There are still 2026 Census jobs available in Dartmouth—Cole Harbour! Apply today! Statistics Canada is hiring right here in our community. Census information is used to plan programs and services that support employment, education, public transportation and healthcare. It helps ensure our communities receive the attention and resources they need. If you are [...]
A large part of my time here in Ottawa is focused on my roles as Chair of the National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians and Vice Chair of the Canadian NATO Parliamentary Association, along with meeting with my caucus colleagues to advocate for issues that matter deeply to folks back home. I don’t [...]
Yesterday, we gathered for the annual Battle of the Atlantic ceremony. While it’s usually held at Commodore Park, this year’s ceremony was moved indoors to Centennial Legion Branch 160. From 1939 to 1945, the Battle of the Atlantic was the longest continuous battle of the Second World War. Thousands of Canadians and Newfoundlanders lost [...]
01-05-2026 Food banks, free meals, and warm drinks in Dartmouth – Cole Harbour The May edition of the Dartmouth Food Calendar is available. Thank you to the folks at the Dartmouth North & Alderney Gate Public Libraries for gathering these helpful resources!
From my many conversations with constituents, and with the organizations who support persons with disabilities, I know just how important the Disability Tax Credit is to individuals and their families. I’ve also heard, loud and clear, how difficult it can be to access. The paperwork, the process, and the barriers that stand in the [...]
Had a great time this weekend at the PEHRA - Portland Estates & Hills Residents' Association Spring Fling at Birches Park! Events like this are what make Dartmouth—Cole Harbour so special. Neighbours coming together, kids laughing, families connecting, and volunteers putting in the work to make it all happen. Thank you to everyone who [...]
