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, [...]
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 [...]
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 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 [...]
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 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 [...]
Thrilled to see Main Street Centre moving forward. Soon, this building will be home for seniors and also persons with disabilities here in Dartmouth. We delivered over $11M in funding to Affirmative Ventures to help make this happen. I can’t wait until folks call this place home.
Recently, I had the privilege of attending a Parks Canada ceremony, honouring Floyd H. Prosser, as a Hometown Hero. Originally from Elgin, New Brunswick, Floyd enlisted in the Canadian Army Active Service Force in 1941. He courageously served with the 1ST Canadian Armoured Brigade whose notable accomplishments led him to be honoured with the [...]
JUST ANNOUNCED: We’re investing more than $6 million to help seven small and medium-sized businesses scale up and modernize their operations here in DARTMOUTH! The investments will help Farnell Packaging Incorporated, Ring Rescue Incorporated, Sunrise Foods Incorporated, Sunsel Systems Manufacturing Corporation, Ace Machining Limited, HFX Steel Framing Solutions Inc., and Aurea Technologies Inc. adopt [...]
UPDATE: Our Government’s Bill C-64, the Pharmacare Act received Royal Assent, becoming law across Canada! As you know, I am a BIG supporter of National Universal Pharmacare. I don't believe that anyone should have to choose between paying their rent or paying for the prescription drugs they need. No one should need to stretch [...]
