On the anniversary of Victory in Europe (V-E) Day we remember the more than 45,000 Canadians and Newfoundlanders who fought side by side and died during the Second World War. 75 years ago today, crowds of people filled the streets in Allied nations around the world, celebrating the end of almost 6 years of [...]
From conspiracy theories and rumours, to misinformation and heartless scams- let's work together to help folks find accurate information on COVID-19 and financial support! See fake news on Facebook? Report it. See a scam? Don't ignore it, report it! See someone posting inaccurate or harmful misinformation on COVID-19? Send them to www.Canada.ca/Coronavirus There's a [...]
How are you making out, Dartmouth-Cole Harbour? I know the past couple months have been difficult for so many. Today at 3:15pm you can view the repatriation ceremony in honour of the 6 CAF members lost in the helicopter crash. It will be live streamed on the Canadian Armed Forces facebook page. It's okay to not [...]
It's Mental Health week, and the CMHA National / ACSM National are asking folks to #GetReal about how we really feel. Mental health is a crucial part of our personal well-being. Life during the pandemic has not been easy, and we recognize that so many are experiencing feelings of uncertainty, isolation, and sometimes fear. Now, perhaps more [...]
Our hearts are with the loved ones of the heroes we’ve lost to Wednesday’s tragic helicopter accident. Folks across Dartmouth-Cole Harbour, have stopped by the entrance for 12 Wing Shearwater to lay flowers. On Sunday, around 3:00pm, the Canadian Forces Snowbirds will do an aerobatic fly-over HRM. I’ve heard that CAF Members are being asked to [...]
Today on National Physicians' Day in Canada, we recognize the hard work, commitment, compassion, and sacrifice of our health professionals. The medical profession is not just a job, it is a calling. Throughout this crisis, physicians have been there for us and our loved ones, operating on the front line of #COVID19 under extraordinary conditions. Thank [...]
Canadians are deeply proud of the women and men of the Canadian Armed Forces. And folks here in Dartmouth-Cole Harbour and across Nova Scotia are intrinsically connected to CF bases, CAF members and their families. Our hearts ache, collectively, for those lost, and those affected by this tragedy. To the Members at 12 Wing [...]
We're helping Canadian business owners and charities keep their staff on the payroll, rehire those previously laid off, and ensure workers can access a decent income. The Canadian Emergency Wage Subsidy covers 75% of an employee's wages. This is another tool to help employers rebound following the pandemic. Eligible employers can apply today! https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/subsidy/emergency-wage-subsidy/cews-how-apply.html [...]
Nova Scotia’s strength comes from our community. And I have no doubt that Nova Scotians, and folks across Canada will come together to support one another through this tragedy. Tonight, April 24th at 7:00pm, please tune into #NovaScotiaRemembers – a tribute for those we lost. The program will stream online, and will be broadcast on many [...]
Thanks for the feedback, Canadian Alliance of Student Associations! We've proposed a nearly $9 billion investment to help students through the pandemic. We know that students and recent graduates are feeling the economic impacts of COVID-19 and we are committed to supporting them and their studies during these difficult times. A few notable measures [...]
