Happy Natal Day, Dartmouth—Cole Harbour! Huge thanks to the wonderful Better Together Nova Scotia crew, and to Andy for marching with us in the big parade. We handed out so many Natal Day buttons! Couldn't have done it without you. It was a beautiful day for a walk, and the crowds over in Dartmouth [...]
My gosh. My heart is bursting after this AMAZING event. You should have seen the kids’ faces when they heard the news! I just delivered a $315,000 investment through ACOA to Abenaki Aquatic Club, so they can build a brand-new clubhouse and boathouse. For over 50 years, this Club has been on beautiful Bell [...]
The Halifax Busker Festival is just starting and you can find incredible acts on both sides of the Harbour. I just stopped by the stages at Alderney Landing and it’s already fantastic! I’m so thrilled that we’ve worked together to bring this wonderful festival to Dartmouth. Find the full schedule here: https://www.buskers.ca/2022schedule.html Shout out [...]
A year ago today, I visited Abenaki Aquatic Club on Bell Lake and chatted with Commodore Jennifer Mosher about their hopes and dreams for the Club. I learned more about their hard work to make the space better for everyone, and the challenges they faced. I heard about their aging infrastructure and their aspirations [...]
TODAY, Old Age Security payments will increase permanently by 10% for seniors aged 75 and over. That means full pensioners will get more than $800 extra over the first year! This will strengthen the financial security of over 3 million seniors. We know that as seniors age, they often have lower incomes while facing [...]
While we’re working to build more affordable housing for those who need it the most, we’re also helping to repair and revitalize existing affordable housing units across the province. Today, the Government of Canada and the Government of Nova Scotia announced more than $13 million in investments through the Community Housing Infrastructure and Repair [...]
Nova Multifest is taking place THIS weekend at Alderney Landing and you won’t want to miss it! I just announced an investment of $66,615 to the non-profit Nova Multifest Society to help them put on this wonderful festival in our community. We know that multiculturalism strengthens the fabric of Canada. And by supporting wonderful [...]
Hi folks, I just arrived back home after a great renewable energy announcement with PM Justin Trudeau out at Fraser Valley Farms in East Hants. It’s no secret that almost 75% of Nova Scotia’s electricity comes from fossil fuels. And we know that to reach our climate goals, and to help get Nova Scotia [...]
Great to meet with Nick, Executive Director of the Dartmouth Non-Profit Housing Society, along with MLA Lorelei Nicoll & Councillor Trish Purdy. We discussed affordable housing developments in Dartmouth—Cole Harbour, like 1 Circassion Drive. A great opportunity for all orders of government to work together.
The Pride flag is raised and I can’t wait for the parade!
