September 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day. We honour the children who never returned home and the Survivors of residential schools, along with their families and communities who continue to live with this painful legacy. Orange Shirt Day was inspired by the story of Phyllis [...]
FYI: This weekend our friends at Grace United are holding their big book sale! You bring your own bag and fill it up with books for $10. 70 King St, Dartmouth Friday 5–8pm and Saturday 8am—1pm
It’s cookie time! The chocolatey mint Girl Guide cookies are back, and they’re just $6 a box. Not only are they delicious, but cookie sales help girls raise funds for their activities, while learning teamwork, goal-setting, and all kinds of great skills along the way. Keep your eyes peeled for sales popping up around [...]
Had such a great time at the Kin Club Community Brunch at the East Dartmouth Community Centre! The food is always amazing, but what makes it even better is catching up with so many friends and neighbours. Such a great sense of community here.
Transport Canada wrote another letter directly to the Mayor and HRM Council explaining that the municipality has full authority to pass bylaws restricting infilling in Halifax Harbour, provided they don’t intrude on federal jurisdiction. The letter also reiterates willingness to review bylaws collaboratively. Read the full version of the letter here. [...]
To help clarify matters of jurisdiction and provide additional reassurance, Transport Canada reached out to Mayor Andy Fillmore and members of Halifax Regional Council on September 9 and September 22, 2025. As confirmed by the Northwest Arm by-law and by constitutional legal experts, HRM is well within its authority to address regulatory gaps related [...]
On Sunday we commemorated the 85th Anniversary of the Battle of Britain, at 12 Wing Shearwater. 85 years ago, the skies over Britain became the frontline battle for freedom. Canadian pilots flew alongside their Commonwealth allies, helping to defend Britain against overwhelming odds. In the summer of 1940, Canadians took to the skies in [...]
Today is Military Family Appreciation Day! Behind every Canadian Armed Forces member is a family whose strength, love, and sacrifice make service possible. From long deployments to sudden missions, you take on so much so your loved ones can serve our country at home and abroad. Thank you for your resilience, your courage, and [...]
September 8th, 2025 The public has spoken clearly: Dartmouth Cove must be protected from unnecessary infill. I’ve heard from constituents and stakeholders across Dartmouth—Cole Harbour and beyond, and HRM Council and staff have heard the same. Just as the Northwest Arm was protected, Dartmouth Cove deserves the same protection, without further delay. The precedent [...]
We are fast-tracking the first phase of Shannon Park in Dartmouth! Through Build Canada Homes, our Government is prioritizing Shannon Park for new factory-built housing—helping more families and individuals find a safe place to call home, sooner. Shannon Park is a Canada Lands Company redevelopment, and it’s a generational opportunity for Dartmouth—Cole Harbour. Separate [...]
