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 [...]
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... [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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!
I’m wearing red today to show my support for Canadians living with disabilities and to promote the importance of accessibility and inclusion!! We need to keep working together to make Canada accessible for all. Easter Seals Nova Scotia #RedShirtDay #RedForAccessAbility
Happiest of Mother’s Days to all the incredible Moms out there! And to the three Moms in my life! Thanks for all you do!!!
I’ve been appointed to the National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians (NSICOP). All members must hold Top Secret clearances, and this week I swore an oath and attended my first meeting. I’m honoured to accept this position and looking forward to our work reviewing Canada’s national security and intelligence organizations. [...]
It's been four years since 'Stalker 22', a CH-148 Cyclone helicopter, based out of 12 Wing Shearwater, crashed off the coast of Greece during Operation REASSURANCE, killing six Canadian Armed Forces Members. We remember: Captain Brenden Ian MacDonald Captain Kevin Hagen Captain Maxime Miron-Morin Sub-Lieutenant Matthew Pyke Master Corporal Matthew Cousins Sub-Lieutenant Abbigail Cowbrough [...]
Budget day in Ottawa is always exciting, but this year it feels extra special. I’ve been advocating alongside organizations like Nourish NS and the Coalition for Healthy School Food for a National School Food Program for many years. Budget 2024 delivers a National School Program. A big win. Proud to advocate and thrilled to [...]