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 [...]
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 [...]
Congratulations to the Class of 2026! Congratulations to students across Dartmouth—Cole Harbour on reaching this incredible milestone. Your hard work and determination have paid off, and we can't wait to see where your future takes you!
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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. [...]
What an exciting day for our Nova Scotian shipbuilders and for Nova Scotia! Today at the Halifax Shipyard, we celebrated the keel laying of the first River-Class Destroyer, the future HMCS Fraser. Keel laying is a centuries-old maritime tradition that marks the formal start of a ship's construction and is believed to bring good [...]
Here in Dartmouth—Cole Harbour, members of the Canadian Armed Forces are our neighbours, our kids' hockey coaches, and a major part of our community. Today, on Canadian Armed Forces Day, we recognize the more than 100,000 members of the Regular Force and Reserve Force who serve our country with courage, professionalism, and dedication. The [...]
Today I joined members of Somme Branch Legion #31 and our community for their annual D-Day commemoration ceremony. On June 6, 1944, more than 14,000 Canadians stormed the beaches of Normandy. They fought with courage and determination, and many made the ultimate sacrifice so future generations could live in peace and freedom. More than [...]
