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I’ll do my best to share photos and updates from Ottawa and around our community in Dartmouth – Cole Harbour.
This year’s Heritage Day in Nova Scotia is in honour of Elder Rita (Bernard) Joe, a member of the We’koqma’q Mi’kmaq Community and poet
I Lost My Talk by Rita Joe I lost my talk The talk you took away. When I was a little girl At Shubenacadie school. You snatched it away: I speak like you I [...]
Whenever I have the opportunity, I visit the National War Memorial in Ottawa, to pay my respects
Whenever I have the opportunity, I visit the National War Memorial in Ottawa, to pay my respects. To remember. To reflect. To give thanks to those who serve, who have served, and to those [...]
During a busy sitting week in Ottawa, I met with delegates from the Canadian Labour Congress, Electro Federation Canada, and Paramedic Chiefs of Canada
Busy sitting week in Ottawa so far. Lots of excellent meetings, including delegates from the Canadian Labour Congress, Electro Federation Canada, and Paramedic Chiefs of Canada. A few of the topics we discussed: Investing [...]
The Government of Canada is prepared to make the largest healthcare investment in Canada’s history
Yesterday’s healthcare announcement was huge. Nova Scotians and all Canadians deserve a publicly funded healthcare system that’s there for them when they need it. Emergency rooms that are open and able to help when [...]
I joined members of Canada’s Naval Reserve as they mark 100 years of service to Canada
Back in Ottawa for the House of Commons sitting. It was great to join members of Canada’s Naval Reserve as they mark 100 years of service to Canada. Thank you for all you do! [...]
Food banks, free meals, and warm drinks in Dartmouth – Cole Harbour
30-01-2023 The February 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!