Had a fabulous time attending the Dartmouth General Hospital Foundation’s Radiothon! It was such a happy environment full of volunteers, staff and community members. Doctors and nurses were popping in and out of the atrium for a snack or to say hi. Everyone was working together to help our hospital raise funds to be [...]
Recently, I had the privilege of attending a Parks Canada ceremony, honouring Floyd H. Prosser, as a Hometown Hero. Originally from Elgin, New Brunswick, Floyd enlisted in the Canadian Army Active Service Force in 1941. He courageously served with the 1ST Canadian Armoured Brigade whose notable accomplishments led him to be honoured with the [...]
My dear friend, Marie Jones of Dartmouth has passed away. Marie was beloved in Dartmouth. Whether through her teaching or out in our community, Marie was a deeply caring person who always strived to make a difference. After adversity delayed her graduation for decades, Marie earned her Master of Arts in Education at the [...]
JUST ANNOUNCED: We’re investing more than $6 million to help seven small and medium-sized businesses scale up and modernize their operations here in DARTMOUTH! The investments will help Farnell Packaging Incorporated, Ring Rescue Incorporated, Sunrise Foods Incorporated, Sunsel Systems Manufacturing Corporation, Ace Machining Limited, HFX Steel Framing Solutions Inc., and Aurea Technologies Inc. adopt [...]
Great to catch up with local business owners at the Downtown Dartmouth Business Commission’s Members Mixer at Timber Lounge Axe Throwing - Dartmouth! Loved learning how to properly throw an axe and came in 1st place. You can find the Timber Lounge at 16 Portland Street in Dartmouth.
I love Dartmouth Cole Harbour. This week, Tobey and I hit the trails and enjoyed some time in Leighton Dillman Park. I’ve always loved this place. The views, the history—everything about it. We’re lucky to have so many beautiful parks here. I don’t think I could pick a favourite.
If you know me you know I LOVE candy. I loved meeting Maggie at her store, Freeze Dried & Friends today! They freeze dry popular candy and turn it into a light and airy, crispy treat. It’s SO interesting and delicious. The store is super fun and you can find them at 131 Main [...]
UPDATE: Our Government’s Bill C-64, the Pharmacare Act received Royal Assent, becoming law across Canada! As you know, I am a BIG supporter of National Universal Pharmacare. I don't believe that anyone should have to choose between paying their rent or paying for the prescription drugs they need. No one should need to stretch [...]
Dartmouth’s Mike Savage has just been appointed as the new Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia!! I’m so excited to see him embrace this new role and serve Nova Scotians and our country with honour. And to their Honours, The Honourable Arthur J. LeBlanc, ONS, KC, Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia and Mrs. Patsy LeBlanc [...]
Happy Thanksgiving, from our family to yours! Wishing you a beautiful weekend, Dartmouth—Cole Harbour.