We have to do everything we can to tackle the impacts of climate change. And we know that partnering with Indigenous communities, provinces, municipalities, and other stakeholders will help us in these important efforts! I just announced a $3.7 million investment to support the Clean Foundation’s Clean Energy and Equity Network. This investment and [...]
While the Prime Minister visited beautiful Dartmouth today, we announced an additional $300 million fund to support businesses and communities impacted by Hurricane Fiona. Across Atlantic Canada and into Eastern Quebec, so many communities are deeply impacted by this brutal storm. Although the Government of Canada already covers up to 90% of provincial expenses [...]
So many of us in Nova Scotia are using oil to heat our homes, and it’s expensive and tough on the environment. We just announced new funding to help low-income Nova Scotians transition away from oil and move to greener (and cheaper) heat sources, like heat pumps! On average, folks could save $1,000 to [...]
Announced in Dartmouth. Our government is investing more than $6.5 million to begin the important work needed to replace, expand, and transition Dartmouth’s Burnside Transit Centre into a net-zero facility, ready to accommodate clean energy transportation! We are stronger when we work together and we all need to step up and do everything we [...]
I recently announced over $5 million to Clean Foundation to support their Science Horizons Internship Program for two years! Taking climate action, transitioning to a clean and green economy, and protecting our oceans—we can’t do any of this successfully without youth. They’re brilliant, knowledgeable, they’re passionate, and they already understand what’s at stake. That’s [...]
MP Fisher announces over $5 million to support local youth at Clean Foundation From: Environment and Climate Change Canada News release August 29, 2022 – Dartmouth, Nova Scotia For youth entering the labour market, it can be challenging to get their start in their chosen field where they can gain experience and [...]
Fantastic to have my pal Adam van Koeverden at the Canadian Red Cross in Dartmouth—Cole Harbour today for a great announcement in support of healthy living. We announced an investment of more than $1.7M for 3 organizations to support projects that focus on increasing physical activity and healthy eating among seniors, as well as [...]
My gosh. My heart is bursting after this AMAZING event. You should have seen the kids’ faces when they heard the news! I just delivered a $315,000 investment through ACOA to Abenaki Aquatic Club, so they can build a brand-new clubhouse and boathouse. For over 50 years, this Club has been on beautiful Bell [...]
While we’re working to build more affordable housing for those who need it the most, we’re also helping to repair and revitalize existing affordable housing units across the province. Today, the Government of Canada and the Government of Nova Scotia announced more than $13 million in investments through the Community Housing Infrastructure and Repair [...]
Nova Multifest is taking place THIS weekend at Alderney Landing and you won’t want to miss it! I just announced an investment of $66,615 to the non-profit Nova Multifest Society to help them put on this wonderful festival in our community. We know that multiculturalism strengthens the fabric of Canada. And by supporting wonderful [...]
