As we continue to debate Bill C-7 in the House of Commons, I've been thinking a lot about Audrey Parker. This was the hardest speech I've ever given in the House, and her words will stay with me always. As a Parliamentarian and legislator, it's so important to me that I never forget the [...]
The Mi'kmaq MUST be protected from violence. And we must respect and implement their treaty right to hunt, fish, and gather in pursuit of a ‘moderate livelihood.’ Last night, (virtually) in the House of Commons, I spoke about the high volume of passionate emails I've received from folks across Dartmouth-Cole Harbour in support of [...]
I'm disgusted by the incidents of violence in Digby County. There's NO place for racist comments/actions against First Nations People—we are ALL Treaty People in Nova Scotia. I've brought my concerns forward to Minister Bernadette Jordan, and I know she's working on this. Minister Jordan's statement: https://www.facebook.com/BernadetteJordanNS/posts/1581531498720700 My previous statement: https://darrenfisher.ca/the-mikmaw-have-a.../ [...]
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 [...]
