The East Dartmouth Community Centre’s Winter Coat Drive is on from Nov. 13th — Dec. 18th
The East Dartmouth Community Centre is collecting new and gently used winter coats along with other winter weather gear!
Was so great to meet with the Dartmouth Pickleball Association!
Do you play pickleball? I do! There’s a reason that pickleball is the fastest growing sport in North America! Great to meet with the Dartmouth Pickleball Association to learn more about their plans to keep growing this wonderful sport, right here in Dartmouth.
Dartmouth—Cole Harbour Remembers Petty Officer Second Class Craig Blake
Every Remembrance Day, a small ceremony takes place in the park that bears Petty Officer Second Class Craig Blake’s name. And we remember a father, a husband, a coach, a friend, a diver, a Royal Canadian Navy Member—we remember Craig Blake. This ceremony is a beautiful reminder of what Remembrance Day truly means. Dartmouth—Cole [...]
On Remembrance Day, we gathered at Sullivan’s Pond in Dartmouth
Despite the rain, a crowd stood together at Sullivan’s Pond in Dartmouth, poppies pinned to our hearts, to honour those who answered the call to serve. We remembered those who gave everything, those who returned forever changed, and those who still stand guard for our freedom. To the Veterans, to those currently serving, and [...]
Our federal government had signed an agreement to provide the Government of Nova Scotia with an extra $355 Million for serious health care improvements
I am hearing complaints about a healthcare promotional booklet that was mailed out by the Houston Conservative Government, using the Department of Health and Wellness’ resources, on the eve of their snap election call. Several months ago, our federal government signed an agreement to provide the Government of Nova Scotia with an extra $355 [...]
Was wonderful to attend the Oakwood Terrace’s Poppy Tribute show at the Sanctuary in Downtown Dartmouth
I’ve attended many events in my day but this one hit me right in the feels. Oakwood Terrace’s Poppy Tribute show at the Sanctuary in Downtown Dartmouth was truly wonderful. You may have seen the incredible poppies on display at Sullivan’s Pond during Remembrance Day? These 10,000 poppies are lovingly handmade by volunteers who [...]
Over ONE MILLION Canadians have accessed dental care through our Canadian Dental Care Plan
Over ONE MILLION Canadians have accessed dental care through our Canadian Dental Care Plan. I’m hearing from folks in Dartmouth—Cole Harbour who are seeing a dentist for the first time in 20+ years. This really matters. It’s good to see that nearly 90% of active dental care providers are providing care under the plan [...]
Food banks, free meals, and warm drinks in Dartmouth – Cole Harbour
30-10-2024 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!
Thrilled to see Main Street Centre moving forward
Thrilled to see Main Street Centre moving forward. Soon, this building will be home for seniors and also persons with disabilities here in Dartmouth. We delivered over $11M in funding to Affirmative Ventures to help make this happen. I can’t wait until folks call this place home.
The Woodlawn Harvest Festival was such a great event!
The Woodlawn Harvest Festival was a great family event— huge thanks to the Woodlawn Residents Association ! Kids had a blast. (Our team too!!!)