Bonne Fête nationale de l’Acadie !
Bonne Fête nationale de l’Acadie ! - Happy National Acadian Day!
Delivering more than $6.7 million to VETS Canada + Landing Strong to support Veterans
We must do everything we can to ensure that no Veteran is ever left behind. That’s why we’re partnering with good organizations like VETS Canada and Landing Strong to better support Veterans who may slip through the cracks of existing support systems. Today in Dartmouth, Ministers Ginette Petitpas Taylor and Sean Fraser announced more [...]
We’re delivering nearly $3.2 Million to Dartmouth’s COVEocean for major ocean tech data projects
People are doing BIG things in Dartmouth—Cole Harbour and we’re here to help. JUST ANNOUNCED: We’re delivering nearly $3.2 Million to Dartmouth’s COVEocean for major ocean tech data projects, like phase 2 of the Digital Harbour, and for further ocean technology innovation. The work they’re doing in beautiful Dartmouth Cove and beyond is incredible. [...]
JUST ANNOUNCED: We’re delivering $21.5 million to build, repair, & preserve more affordable homes in Nova Scotia, including here in Dartmouth!
BUILD MORE HOMES! We’re delivering $21.5 million to build, repair, and preserve more affordable homes here in Nova Scotia! This includes $8.2 million for Phase 2 of True North—1, 2, and 3 bedroom net-zero homes in Dartmouth North. This means 32 more homes for individuals & families here in Dartmouth! Back in Dec of [...]
UPDATE: Canadian Dental Care Plan
We’re making it even easier for dentists to see Canadian Dental Care Plan clients! As of today, dental care providers can provide services to Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) clients by billing Sun Life directly, without formally signing up for the program. The CDCP is one of the largest social programs in Canadian history, [...]
IMPORTANT: We continue to advise all Canadians to leave Lebanon while commercial means remain available
July 4th, 2024 We continue advising all Canadians to leave Lebanon while commercial means remain available. The security situation can deteriorate further without warning. If the armed conflict intensifies it could impact your ability to depart the country by commercial means. It may result in travel disruptions, including airspace closures and flight cancellations and [...]
Honouring National Indigenous Peoples Day and welcoming an important milestone
On this National Indigenous Peoples Day we honour and embrace the rich cultures, histories, and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis. Today, we welcomed an important milestone in delivering agreements that address past injustices, improve access to education, close infrastructure gaps, and deliver fairness for Indigenous Peoples in Nova Scotia. Learn more: https://www.canada.ca/.../fairness-for-indigenous-peoples... [...]
Important Updates to the Canadian Dental Care Plan
Over the past couple months, I’ve heard from seniors in Dartmouth—Cole Harbour who were able to visit the dentist for the first time in decades. I am so grateful to see the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) making a meaningful difference in the lives of folks in our community. Huge thanks to the oral [...]
Dartmouth Cove – I won’t be silenced. I’m standing with you, Dartmouth!
I'm standing with you, Dartmouth! I do not believe that Dartmouth Cove is a dump site for someone's fill. So many of you have already reached out to me on this, and I want you to know that I won't stop advocating on your behalf. Are you worried about the nearly 7-acre pyritic slate [...]
In the House of Commons, we honoured the 2-3 million Canadians living with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME)
Last week in the House of Commons, we honoured the 2-3 million Canadians living with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME). More research and awareness of this complex chronic illness is needed!