In the House of Commons, we recognized Nova Scotian Brad Marchand for showing what real friendship looks like. After the heartbreaking loss of Seelah, he stepped up for Coach JP MacCallum and the March & Mill Company Hunters U-18 hockey team. When words fall short, actions speak volumes.
For too long, Canada’s economy has been tied to others. It’s time to invest in Canadian industries, Canadian workers, and Canadian ideas. This is our country, and we decide what happens next.
The Oakwood Terrace Annual Tribute Show at Woodlawn United was a beautiful event! From the music to the moving display of hand-knit poppies—it is a special way to gather and remember those who fought for our freedom and those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. I was honoured to attend and present the volunteers who [...]
01-11-2025 Food banks, free meals, and warm drinks in Dartmouth – Cole Harbour The November 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!
It’s been a busy week of meetings and Chairing the National Security and Intelligence Committee — but running into Team Canada legend Christine Sinclair was definitely a highlight!
It’s no secret that Dartmouth—Cole Harbour has great craft beer! Love seeing Lake City Cider expanding into the craft beer scene with Darty Brewing! It’s Small Business Week, and we know folks around here love to support local — from buying Canadian to shopping small, every purchase at a small business makes a difference. [...]
I am deeply concerned by Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre’s shameful comments questioning the independence of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Mr. Poilievre — this is Canada. What makes our country strong, and truly free, is our unwavering commitment to the rule of law. In Canada, our police and our courts operate independently from government [...]
So many medals! What a superstar! It was such an honour to meet Special Olympics athlete Rebecca Delaney, along with her coach Susan Inglis and Special Olympics Nova Scotia CEO Mike Greek. Special Olympics Nova Scotia is an incredible organization that empowers individuals with intellectual disabilities through the power of sport — building confidence, [...]
It’s been a very busy October so far. I was honoured to join the Canadian delegation at the 71st Annual Session of the NATO Parliamentary Assembly in Ljubljana, Slovenia. The Assembly brought together over 245 lawmakers from across the 32 NATO member nations and partner countries to address the most pressing challenges to global [...]
Good news for McNabs Island! Our Government delivered $50,000 to help rebuild the Timmins Cove Trail — a key route to sites such as the Teahouse Outdoor Education Centre, the Hugonin-Perrin English Gardens, the Findlay Farm, and other trails on the island. Unfortunately, the Timmins Cove Trail was badly damaged by Hurricane Juan back [...]