Over the last few weeks we've seen a resurgence in COVID-19 cases across Canada. (Yes, even in the Atlantic Bubble!) It's up to all of us to do what we can to keep each other safe. What YOU can do: Limit in-person close contacts, and keep at least 2 metres away from others whenever [...]
On World Mental Health Day I want to remind you that FREE mental health and substance abuse support is available 24/7. Take care of yourself, take care of each other. Take that step https://ca.portal.gs/
We must protect our oceans from harmful pollution. Did you know that only 9% of plastic in Canada gets recycled, with the remaining 91% contaminating our waterways with chemicals, creating microplastics and harming wildlife? We’re working to achieve zero plastic waste in Canada by 2030. Next step: We are banning harmful single-use plastic items [...]
Yesterday on behalf of Minister Maryam Monsef, I announced up to $50 million in COVID-19 emergency funding to assist organizations providing supports and services to those experiencing gender-based violence. This funding announced includes: Up to $10 million for women's shelters and sexual assault centres to help them continue to provide their critical services safely; [...]
I know it feels safe in the Atlantic Bubble, but we can’t let our guard down! Please download the COVID Alert app today. The more people who download it, the better. It’ll help limit community spread of COVID-19! https://www.canada.ca/.../coronavirus.../covid-alert.html
Congratulations to everyone who took part in the 4th Annual Alderney Landing Fire and Water Festival this weekend! The festival celebrates our unique cultures through music, art and special performances. I’m so glad to hear that Alderney Landing was able to make the festival happen while taking COVID-19 precautions.
Will you join me in thanking these incredible community organizations and volunteers? Post a community volunteer or an organization in the comments who I missed thanking in the video! During my speech in the House of Commons, I honoured the late Rod Dickson and many of the wonderful non-profits and community organizations who are [...]
JUST ANNOUNCED: The Canada-Nova Scotia Targeted Housing Benefit! We believe that every Canadian should have a safe and affordable place to calm home. Qualifying low-income households in housing need will receive an average of just over $200/month to support their housing costs. In its 1st year alone, around 2,700 households will be assisted! The [...]
On this Treaty Day, we celebrate the Peace and Friendship Treaties signed between the Crown and the Mi’kmaq people. This is also the start of Mi’kmaq history month. I hope you’ll consider taking the time to learn more about Mi’kmaw culture. http://https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0JvtHpR7zqg&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR0vZ93qJc1wzBwX55tYo-JF-MRxJHXaSAEjXruImb5vk8eSLSiKcJYjSyM In the spirit of peace and friendship, we must recognize and remember [...]
On Orange Shirt Day, we recognize the terrible legacy of Residential Schools, and we honour the thousands of survivors. We recognize that the pain and horror inflicted by the Residential School system, and the lasting impact it has left on survivors and their families. The story is not over. You can read 'The Survivors [...]