This Heartbreaking Discovery is a Reminder of Why the Residential School System is Not Only a Horrifying Part of Canada’s History, it is a Legacy of Intergenerational Harm that Continues to Impact So Many

215 215 children that didn’t get to grow up with their families. 215 children that didn’t get to grow up with the support of their communities. 215 children that didn’t get to grow up, period. This heartbreaking discovery is a reminder of why the residential school system is not only a horrifying part of [...]

This Heartbreaking Discovery is a Reminder of Why the Residential School System is Not Only a Horrifying Part of Canada’s History, it is a Legacy of Intergenerational Harm that Continues to Impact So Many2021-08-15T10:21:07-03:00

We’re providing a low-cost loan to help build new housing units in Dartmouth!

Minister Ahmed Hussen joined me virtually to announce a multi-million-dollar low-cost loan to help construct the new residential building located at 1020 Micmac Blvd in Dartmouth. Because of this agreement, 109 out of the 148 units will have rents well below 30% of median household income in the area. And at least 57 of these [...]

We’re providing a low-cost loan to help build new housing units in Dartmouth!2021-07-19T13:37:35-03:00

I just delivered a $600,000 repayable contribution to Dartmouth’s MGM Automated Doors!

I am thrilled to announce a $600,000 repayable contribution through ACOA to Dartmouth’s MGM Automated Doors, so they can purchase specialized advanced manufacturing machinery and grow! This contribution will help MGM Automated Doors create all of their door components in-house, increase their project capacity, improve efficiency, and allow them to expand their offerings and [...]

I just delivered a $600,000 repayable contribution to Dartmouth’s MGM Automated Doors!2021-07-19T13:38:52-03:00

JUST ANNOUNCED: The NEW Canada Greener Homes Grant, Offering up to $5,000 to Homeowners for Eligible Upgrades, and $600 More Towards the Cost of EnerGuide Home Evaluations, Retroactive from December 1st, 2020

JUST ANNOUNCED: The NEW Canada Greener Homes Grant, offering up to $5,000 to homeowners for eligible upgrades, and $600 more towards the cost of EnerGuide home evaluations, retroactive from December 1st, 2020. Home retrofits means lower energy bills, more jobs, and less pollution. With the Canada Greener Homes Grant, Canadians can lead the way [...]

JUST ANNOUNCED: The NEW Canada Greener Homes Grant, Offering up to $5,000 to Homeowners for Eligible Upgrades, and $600 More Towards the Cost of EnerGuide Home Evaluations, Retroactive from December 1st, 20202021-07-19T13:40:05-03:00

It’s #TourismWeek!

It's #TourismWeek! We know that this pandemic has been so hard on your industry. And we also know how important, Atlantic Canada's incredible tourism operators and tourism workers are. You showcase the best this place has to offer! That's why we've been there with $15 Billion in support for our tourism, arts and cultural [...]

It’s #TourismWeek!2021-05-26T19:13:33-03:00

Let’s All Do What We Can to Support Our Local Businesses Through These Challenging Times!

After taking some of your AMAZING suggestions we had an epic pizza night!! Since we couldn't all agree, we had a Downtown Dartmouth pizza crawl. Ava had her favourite dill pickle pizza from Stone Pizza. Anne and I had the incredible Prosciutto and Provolone Pizza from Jacob's Lounge, and Bruen had their 2 Boys [...]

Let’s All Do What We Can to Support Our Local Businesses Through These Challenging Times!2021-05-26T19:38:24-03:00

The Gloria Fisher Business Person of the Year Award is Given Annually to a Local Downtown Dartmouth Entrepreneur Who is Doing Exceptional Work in our Community: Who Are You Planning to Nominate?

The Gloria Fisher Business Person of the Year Award is given annually to a local downtown Dartmouth entrepreneur who is doing exceptional work in our community. Established by the Downtown Dartmouth Business Commission to honour my late Nanny Gloria Fisher, this award is presented to a local Downtown business person who demonstrates an excellent [...]

The Gloria Fisher Business Person of the Year Award is Given Annually to a Local Downtown Dartmouth Entrepreneur Who is Doing Exceptional Work in our Community: Who Are You Planning to Nominate?2021-05-25T08:53:46-03:00

I just delivered $4.5 million to support the Youth Climate Action Now (YouCAN) project!

I just announced that our Government is investing almost $4.5 million in the Youth Climate Action Now (YouCAN) project led by Clean Foundation and their partners. This project will engage 70,000 youth across Atlantic Canada, empowering them to take #ClimateAction in their communities. This is an exciting and large climate action project, and I [...]

I just delivered $4.5 million to support the Youth Climate Action Now (YouCAN) project!2021-07-19T14:37:48-03:00

GRIFFIN Engineered Systems was just awarded a $1.6M contract from the Government of Canada

Incredible news!! Local company, GRIFFIN Engineered Systems was just awarded a $1.6 MILLION dollar contract from the Government of Canada to provide two ice skimmers for the Canadian Coast Guard! (With an option to buy more!) Did you know that the Canadian Coast Guard plays a crucial role in protecting our oceans from coast [...]

GRIFFIN Engineered Systems was just awarded a $1.6M contract from the Government of Canada2021-07-19T14:39:58-03:00
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