Sullivan’s Pond Ceremony in Dartmouth

I am always so proud of the great turn-out for Remembrance Day ceremonies in Dartmouth-Cole Harbour. I've already posted a few photos, but I thought I'd include these as well. My family and I joined our community at the Sullivan's Pond ceremony in Dartmouth. In the afternoon we joined the family of Petty Officer [...]

Sullivan’s Pond Ceremony in Dartmouth2018-11-22T16:30:34-03:00

Our Government’s Changes to EI have Resulted in an Additional $650 Million a Year for Canadians

Sunsel uses cutting-edge technology to help with innovative R&D and commercialization for companies. They had many employees on-hand, and it was great to have a chance to meet some of them and hear more about the important work they do. Minister Duclos highlighted our Government's improvements to EI. He explained that when we cut [...]

Our Government’s Changes to EI have Resulted in an Additional $650 Million a Year for Canadians2019-02-08T11:34:53-03:00

Remembrance Day in Dartmouth-Cole Harbour

A few snapshots of some of today’s many events. It was a chilly but beautiful day in Dartmouth-Cole Harbour. Great turnout to honour those who serve, those who served, and those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. We shall remember them. Some photo credits from Michele Denise with thanks.     [...]

Remembrance Day in Dartmouth-Cole Harbour2018-11-22T16:18:13-03:00

Remembrance Day Services & Assemblies

Yesterday I visited Cole Harbour District High, Bicentennial School, and Prince Andrew High, for their Remembrance Day services and assemblies. The speeches. The stories. The music. The art. These students are amazing. I have no doubt that the memory of those who fought and those who sacrificed themselves for our freedom, will live on [...]

Remembrance Day Services & Assemblies2018-11-22T16:03:34-03:00

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

Canada’s Hundred Days Interactive Quiz

This year marks the 100th anniversary of the 3 month stretch of battlefield achievements that came to be known as Canada’s Hundred Days. Check out VAC’s interactive quiz that explores the sites of Canada’s great contributions at the end of the First World War on Google Earth! ow.ly/asmd30mtHD3

Canada’s Hundred Days Interactive Quiz2018-11-22T15:22:59-03:00

Apply to Daughters of the Vote 2019

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity! You could represent Dartmouth-Cole Harbour! Daughters of the Vote 2019 is accepting applications. This project offers a unique opportunity for young women ages 18 to 23, from across the country to apply to be one of 338 dynamic and diverse emerging leading who will come to the [...]

Apply to Daughters of the Vote 20192018-11-22T15:17:22-03:00