I delivered $2.34M to preserve and modernize the non-profit Banook Canoe Club, making the building more efficient and accessible for athletes of all abilities

There were a few tears of joy at this announcement, that as the kids say, got me right in the feels. For quite some time, a team of hard-working volunteers have given it their all, spearheading a massive project to preserve and modernize the historic non-profit Banook Canoe Club. Today, I delivered $2.34 million [...]

I delivered $2.34M to preserve and modernize the non-profit Banook Canoe Club, making the building more efficient and accessible for athletes of all abilities2025-02-28T15:11:04-03:00

I delivered $14M to better support people who are chronically unhoused (homeless) in the Halifax Regional Municipality

Today, I announced over $14 million in new funding to better prevent and support those who are chronically unhoused across the Halifax Regional Municipality. Since we formed government, we’ve delivered more housing here in HRM. We’ve helped organizations buy and preserve affordable housing, and we’ve delivered funding to build new affordable housing. Housing like [...]

I delivered $14M to better support people who are chronically unhoused (homeless) in the Halifax Regional Municipality2025-02-27T15:06:39-03:00

We’re delivering investments to help local businesses thrive — Maritime Paper, an Atlantic success story

Today we celebrated the largest capital investment in Maritime Paper’s history!! For nearly a century, Maritime Paper has been a true Atlantic Canadian success story, thriving by investing in its business, its workers, and in our communities. We’re commited to supporting companies who choose Canada and our Government delivered a $3 million repayable investment [...]

We’re delivering investments to help local businesses thrive — Maritime Paper, an Atlantic success story2025-02-26T16:42:27-03:00

Delivering $12.4 million for school food programs in Nova Scotia — National School Food Program

BIG NEWS: We’re delivering $12.4 million over the next three years so kids will have access to consistent breakfast programs and a better lunch program right across Nova Scotia! I’ve long advocated for a National School Food Program because kids need good, healthy food in their bellies so they can focus on learning, growing, [...]

Delivering $12.4 million for school food programs in Nova Scotia — National School Food Program2025-02-24T13:35:29-03:00

Delivering $25 Million to modernize the Port of Halifax and strengthen our supply chain

JUST ANNOUNCED! We’re delivering up to $25 Million for the Halifax Port Authority to help streamline operations, electrify the port to cut emissions, and prepare for low-carbon fuel-powered vessels —ensuring the Port continues to modernize, grow, and provide good jobs for Canadians. The economic importance of the Port of Halifax cannot be overstated. It [...]

Delivering $25 Million to modernize the Port of Halifax and strengthen our supply chain2025-02-11T14:07:14-03:00

We launched the Women Veterans Advisory Council—another step toward breaking down systemic barriers for women Veterans

We launched the Women Veterans Advisory Council—another step toward breaking down systemic barriers for women Veterans. Guided by the principle “nothing for us, without us,” this Council will provide essential insight to ensure programs and services truly meet the needs of women Veterans. With their diverse lived experiences, expertise, and dedication, these 12 inaugural [...]

We launched the Women Veterans Advisory Council—another step toward breaking down systemic barriers for women Veterans2025-01-29T16:32:45-03:00

Welcoming the 2025 Cohort of Innovators at the NATO DIANA launch event

We welcomed the 2025 Cohort of Innovators at the NATO DIANA launch event! Atlantic Canada is a culture of innovation, and I’m proud that NATO DIANA is based here in HRM, ready to support the Alliance. There’s a reason why Nova Scotia is the perfect fit for NATO DIANA. Stakeholders in Nova Scotia are [...]

Welcoming the 2025 Cohort of Innovators at the NATO DIANA launch event2025-01-24T16:56:09-03:00

I will always choose Dartmouth—Cole Harbour

It's shameful that Poilievre has banned his Conservative Members of Parliament from advocating for their communities to receive housing funding through our government's programs. He's even banned them from talking about the programs all together. The most important job of an MP is to represent their constituents and advocate on their behalf. Banning them [...]

I will always choose Dartmouth—Cole Harbour2024-11-21T15:23:20-03:00

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 [...]

Our federal government had signed an agreement to provide the Government of Nova Scotia with an extra $355 Million for serious health care improvements2024-11-07T11:24:47-03:00