Did you know that today, more people are working than at any other point in Canada’s history? And did you know that Canada’s poverty rate is at its lowest level on record? We’re working on making life more affordable for all Canadians, and we’ve made great progress, however there is still more we need [...]
We’re investing in seniors to make sure that all Canadians can enjoy a better life in their later years. Increasing Old Age Security and the Guaranteed Income Supplement, putting up to $2,000 more dollars in the pockets of the most vulnerable single seniors. Restoring the age of eligibility for OAS and GIS to age [...]
There’s nothing that businesses in Dartmouth—Cole Harbour can’t do! Companies here in Dartmouth are world-leaders in the ocean technology sector. Just look at the incredible companies at COVE, the Centre for Ocean Ventures and Entrepreneurship! Today I announced that our Government is delivering a $600,000 repayable contribution to Rimot in Dartmouth. They'll be able [...]
Minister Lawrence MacAulay joined me in Dartmouth to formally announce that our Government is providing $840,000 to VETS Canada to help them provide support for homeless Veterans. Veterans Emergency Transition Services Canada was founded in 2010 by Veteran Jim Lowther, who wanted to assist Veterans who were facing issues like unemployment, homelessness, and/or risk [...]
Since we took office, we’ve brought record investment to Atlantic Canada. We believe in Atlantic Canadian companies and in Atlantic Canadians. We’re a culture of hard work and innovation. Dartmouth—Cole Harbour is experiencing significant growth, and companies here are doing incredible things. I visited Dartmouth’s Beyond Food Inc. to announce a $425,000 repayable investment [...]
I just announced that our Government is providing funding for an ADA-compliant EZ Dock that will be installed in Shubie Park, to allow paddlers with disabilities to lock their boats in place before entering or exiting the water! The Shubenacadie Canal applied for this funding through the Enabling Accessibility Fund’s (EAF) small projects component. [...]
On Monday, we announced Canada's first-ever National Dementia Strategy. Age is a primary risk factor for dementia, and with Nova Scotia's aging population it's important that we recognize the hardworking stakeholders across the province that are raising awareness, and providing help for people with dementia and their caregivers. Happy to deliver these 'forget me [...]
What a great bunch of people! I had the loveliest time at the Dartmouth Lawn Bowls Club over the weekend. We just awarded the Dartmouth Lawn Bowls with a $24,800 grant so they can purchase new equipment to allow seniors to continue to take part in the game, with safe and appropriate equipment. This [...]
JUST ANNOUNCED: Our Government is investing $47.5 million in the Port of Halifax! Between the numerous cold storage facilities in Burnside and Woodside, to the Atlantic Gateway Logistics Park, and our numerous small businesses exporting to international markets- the Port of Halifax is crucial to our economy in Nova Scotia! With the increasing popularity [...]
We believe in making smart investments so our tradespeople have what they need to be successful and safe in their field. The UA Local 56 Training Centre in Dartmouth makes sure apprentices get the skills they need for today’s job sites. Plus they’re helping experienced tradespeople refresh and improve their skills. Recently I had [...]