Like I always say, companies in Dartmouth—Cole Harbour are doing big things! Especially companies like Mara Renewables! A few years back I delivered a repayable contribution through ACOA to Mara, to help them improve efficiency, cut production costs, and take advantage of new market opportunities for their high-quality algal omega-3 oil. Since then, they’ve [...]
Today and every day we must work towards a safer and more inclusive Canada where LGBTQ2+ people are able to be themselves. As we mark the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia, we reaffirm our commitment to build more inclusive communities and stand up for LGBTQ2+ people and their rights. #IDAHTB2022 [...]
Stopped by Birdies Bread Co. over the weekend. Lemme tell you, their bread is SO good. I didn’t get there early enough to get my usual so I tried the oatmeal sourdough. Oh. My. Goodness. It was amazing. I even tried toasting it up for garlic bread. Folks, it was delicious. They’re located at [...]
Thousands of daffodils!! So nice to catch up with Jim and Judie Edgar this weekend at the Daffodil Garden for Cancer Survivors. The garden is extra special with the daffodils in bloom! I hope you’ll have a chance to visit this beautiful place. Huge thanks to the Edgars for working hard to make this [...]
Your input is urgently required on the proposed federal riding boundaries for Dartmouth—Cole Harbour! As you may have heard, the Electoral Boundaries Commission is proposing major changes to our riding’s boundaries, such as removing much of Dartmouth and all of the Burnside Industrial Park from Dartmouth—Cole Harbour and lumping it into Bedford and Sackville. [...]
Have you tried Ori Foods in Dartmouth yet? From their incredible crème brûlée cookies, to delicious sandwiches, this is an incredible addition to Dartmouth—Cole Harbour. You can find this beautiful little bakery and restaurant at 258 Wyse Road. (Also, very good coffee!)
On this day in 2010, the world lost a wonderful human. Petty Officer 2nd Class Douglas “Craig” Blake was killed by an IED in Afghanistan. Known for being a helpful neighbour and a dedicated community volunteer, Craig's legacy will not be forgotten. My thoughts are with Craig's family today. #WeRemember #CanadaRemembers [...]
It’s Burger Bash!! (Formerly known as Burger Week) Anne and I stopped by North Brewing Company’s North Brewing Tap Room on the weekend for burgers and beer. This place is so good. With gluten free, vegetarian, and vegan options, they have something on the menu for just about everyone. For every Drive Thru Burger [...]
This morning I laid a wreath at the Battle of the Atlantic Remembrance Ceremony held at Commodore Park by the Royal Canadian Legion, Centennial Branch 160. From the fall of 1939 until spring of 1945, the Battle of the Atlantic was the longest battle of the Second World War. Between the Newfoundland and Canadian [...]
It’s Canadian Independent Bookstore Day (CIBD)! Another reason to visit your favourite independent bookstore—or try a new one! I stopped by the Dartmouth Book Exchange at 1187 Cole Harbour Rd. This is a truly beautiful store with a great vibe and a super selection! Also stopped by John W. Doull Books at 122 Main [...]
