Dementia Community Investment Fund

Do you think you have a project that could make a positive impact in the lives of 40,000 Canadians living with dementia? Apply now for the Dementia Community Investment Fund: https://t.co/UWKdmnElAl  

Dementia Community Investment Fund2018-11-28T10:09:03-03:00

The Navy League of Canada La Ligue navale du Canada

Do you know a Navy League Cadet in Dartmouth-Cole Harbour?? After a weekend filled with the Halifax International Security Forum and the NATO Parliamentary Assembly, it was great to talk shop with the The Navy League of Canada La Ligue navale du Canada! Did you know that they’re responsible for the Navy League Cadets? [...]

The Navy League of Canada La Ligue navale du Canada2018-11-27T17:30:08-03:00

The Viola Desmond $10 Bank Note is Officially in Circulation

Today, the Viola Desmond $10 bank notes officially enter circulation!! Viola Desmond was born and raised in Halifax and although she was educated as a teacher, she was a well-known, successful entrepreneur. In 1946 Desmond traveled to New Glasgow on business and experienced car trouble. While she waited, she purchased a ticket to a [...]

The Viola Desmond $10 Bank Note is Officially in Circulation2018-11-27T17:18:08-03:00

More and More International Folks Now Know We Have the Best Seafood in the World Too!

More and More International Folks Now Know We Have the Best Seafood in the World Too! We know that we have the best seafood in the world, and more and more folks internationally know it too! This is super news for Nova Scotia. Dartmouth-Cole Harbour is home to many seafood exporters, along with other [...]

More and More International Folks Now Know We Have the Best Seafood in the World Too!2019-01-18T11:01:07-03:00

Minister Harjit Sajjan Appears Before the Standing Committee on National Defence

WATCH: Minister Harjit Sajjan appear before the Standing Committee on National Defence. ✓ Praises Halifax Shipyard workers and Nova Scotia shipbuilding. ✓ Explains the importance of the Arctic Offshore Patrol Ship project, and what an additional 6th ship will mean for Canada's Navy!

Minister Harjit Sajjan Appears Before the Standing Committee on National Defence2018-11-27T16:53:16-03:00

Minister Seamus O’Regan Announced that 25 More Beds Were Made Immediately Available for Allied & Modern Day Veterans

As you may know, my Nova Scotia Caucus colleagues and I have been working together to improve access to the Camp Hill Veterans Memorial hospital, and ensure that beds are available for the Veterans who need them the most. Last night, Minister Seamus O'Regan announced that 25 more beds were made immediately available for [...]

Minister Seamus O’Regan Announced that 25 More Beds Were Made Immediately Available for Allied & Modern Day Veterans2019-02-08T10:46:06-03:00

Remembrance Day Ceremony Information

Please SHARE this Remembrance Day ceremony info: This year marks many important anniversaries. The 100th anniversary of Canada’s Hundred Days and the Armistice, the 65th anniversary of the Korean War Armistice, the 10th anniversary of National Peacekeepers’ Day, and the 75th anniversary of the invasion of Sicily and the beginning of the Italian Campaign [...]

Remembrance Day Ceremony Information2018-11-22T15:53:48-03:00

Veterans’ Week 2018

The courage and valour of those who served in the first half of the 20th century is reflected in the continued tradition of service by today’s Canadian Armed Forces. This Veterans’ Week, I encourage you to reflect upon the freedom we enjoy. You can visit veterans.gc.ca/CanadaRemembers to learn about ways to get involved!  [...]

Veterans’ Week 20182018-11-22T15:41:44-03:00

Great Having Dr. Heather Sparling Attend Standing Committee on Environment and Sustainable Development

It was great to have Cape Breton University’s Dr. Heather Sparling attend yesterday’s Standing Committee on Environment and Sustainable Development. Heather took part in the new Science Meets Parliament program. This program brings scientists working in Canada to Parliament Hill in order to meet with MPs and Senators. They attend House and Senate Committee [...]

Great Having Dr. Heather Sparling Attend Standing Committee on Environment and Sustainable Development2018-11-22T15:29:30-03:00