July 28th, 2020 Dartmouth—Cole Harbour, I’ve heard from and spoken with many of you regarding the recent announcement of a joint-review into the April 2020 Nova Scotia mass shooting. I recognize that many Nova Scotians, including the victims’ families, are concerned about the authority and scope of this review, versus a Public Inquiry. Although [...]
Are you ready to celebrate Natal Day? Do you have your Natal Day sign yet? Sure we can’t have a parade this year, but we can still celebrate this place! Decorate your yard and/or window instead! Post photos of your decorations or window sign on social media with the hashtag #NatalDay2020 You can find these [...]
Protecting Canadians and getting the economy up and running is a true Team Canada effort! Our Safe Restart Agreement with the provinces and territories will see $19 billion invested in protecting the health of Canadians, getting people safely back to work, and preparing for a potential second wave. #TeamEffort
Posted: July 16, 2020 Many folks across Dartmouth-Cole Harbour wrote to me asking that we keep the Canada-US border restricted to non-essential travel. We’re keeping the health and safety of Canadians top of mind. The Canada-US border closure has been extended by another 30 days. Non-essential travel between Canada and the US remains restricted. [...]
We’ve extended the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy through December 2020! This program is helping businesses keep their staff on the payroll, while keeping their doors open. How to apply: https://canada.ca/…/emergency-wage-subs…/cews-how-apply.html
Where's the BEST place to buy a non-medical mask in Dartmouth-Cole Harbour?? Don't forget to wear your non-medical mask when you're out shopping, or any place it might be difficult to physically distance yourself from others. Let's do all that we can to keep each other safe! Make sure you stay one kayak paddle [...]
Thank you for your service, Lorelei Nicoll - District 4! It’s been a pleasure working with you over the years on behalf of our constituents. Read Councillor Nicoll’s statement here: https://www.facebook.com/387514824614113/posts/3529937907038440/?d=n *Picture taken pre-COVID-19
SCAM ALERT! This week seniors eligible for OAS and GIS will AUTOMATICALLY receive the special one-time COVID-19 payment. Service Canada will NOT contact you asking for information on this. You do not need to apply. If someone calls and says they’re from Service Canada and that they need information for you to sign up [...]
Huge congratulations to these two wonderful people. Judie and Jim Edgar had a vision for the Cancer Survivors Daffodil Garden in Downtown Dartmouth, and it’s becoming a reality. Over the weekend I masked up and attended a small groundbreaking ceremony for the garden. Construction is now officially underway and I can’t wait to see [...]
I hope that you and your family have a wonderful Canada Day! Learn more about the virtual Canada Day celebrations here: https://www.canada.ca/…/campaigns/…/online-celebrations.html