Downtown Dartmouth on Canada Day was electric!

There’s always something great happening in Downtown Dartmouth—and Canada Day is no exception! The vibe is electric. It was great catching up with so many familiar faces, meeting plenty of new ones, and enjoying everything our downtown has to offer. Couldn't pass up a burger at Somme Branch Legion. The fuel I needed to [...]

Downtown Dartmouth on Canada Day was electric!2026-07-02T16:07:43-03:00

Welcoming paddlers from around the world to Dartmouth for Canoe 2026

Thrilled to welcome paddlers from around the world to Dartmouth! For the next five days, Lake Banook—and all of Dartmouth—will be the centre of the global paddling universe. We're proud to welcome the next generation of elite canoe sprint athletes right here in our own backyard for Canoe 2026, the ICF Junior & U23 [...]

Welcoming paddlers from around the world to Dartmouth for Canoe 20262026-07-02T15:48:12-03:00

Delivering over $500,000 to support Canoe ’26 and major legacy upgrades at Lake Banook in Dartmouth

BIG news for Dartmouth and Lake Banook! Today, I was proud to deliver more than $500,000 in federal support through Sport Canada and ACOA to help host Canoe ’26 and deliver long-term upgrades at Lake Banook. This funding will support this incredible international event while supporting new modular docks, improved venue-wide internet connectivity, safety [...]

Delivering over $500,000 to support Canoe ’26 and major legacy upgrades at Lake Banook in Dartmouth2026-06-30T14:19:59-03:00

Rest in peace, sweet Tobey

Rest in peace Sweet Tobey. You made us the happiest family and we will love you forever. 14 of the most wonderful years, you were the best Boy! I’m so glad you got to Shubie and to the Inclined Plane in the last couple days-your favourite spots! We are so so lucky………and so very [...]

Rest in peace, sweet Tobey2026-06-30T14:33:09-03:00

Investing $6 million in Reaching Home funding supporting 16 projects across HRM

Today, alongside my colleagues Minister Lena Metlege Diab and Braedon Clark, we joined the Affordable Housing Association of Nova Scotia (AHANS) and community partners to highlight an investment of $6 million in Reaching Home funding supporting 16 projects across HRM. We've entrusted AHANS to administer annual funding through Reaching Home to critical frontline organizations [...]

Investing $6 million in Reaching Home funding supporting 16 projects across HRM2026-06-26T15:41:55-03:00

Learn more: Exploring Canada for free with the Canada Strong Pass

From historic Georges Island to Kejimkujik National Park, and Port-Royal to Fort Anne, entry fees for all federal historic sites and national parks are FREE now until September 7! The Canada Strong Pass celebrates what unites us—our shared experiences, natural wonders, and cultural richness. The pass isn't something you need to sign up for [...]

Learn more: Exploring Canada for free with the Canada Strong Pass2026-06-26T15:33:55-03:00

We celebrated the 30th Anniversary of Fisherman’s Cove in beautiful Eastern Passage!

Over the weekend we celebrated the 30th Anniversary of Fisherman's Cove in beautiful Eastern Passage! The businesses here are as vibrant as the rainbow of colours on their exteriors. From great food to unique shops, Fisherman’s Cove has something for everyone. Huge thanks to everyone helping this non-profit organization care for this special place. [...]

We celebrated the 30th Anniversary of Fisherman’s Cove in beautiful Eastern Passage!2026-06-17T16:01:56-03:00
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