Columns

Navy Centennial Year
This year marks the 100th anniversary of the Canadian Navy.  There are many events planned in communities across the country to celebrate this important milestone.  You can find a detailed list of upcoming events at this website:  www.navy.forces.gc.ca/centennial.
Conservative Government Shelves Energy Retrofit Program
On March 31, the Conservative government suddenly cancelled the federal ecoEnergy [...]

Tribute to WWI Veterans April 9th

It is with sadness and deep respect that we note the recent passing of John Babcock, the last of Canada’s First World War Veterans. Mr. Babcock passed away on February 19th at the age of 109. His passing is significant as it marks the end of an era [...]

I would like to start this column by reminding all of our residents that with Spring arriving, I can already see speeding in our subdivisions and on our residential roads increasing and quickly becoming a concern; I have already asked the RCMP to step up radar patrols in the area as enforcement seems to be [...]

Certainly, over the last few weeks, Nova Scotians have learned that there is a whole lot wrong with the governance of MLA spending. Each MLA, have in their own way, attempted to justify the expenses they have individually incurred .Nova Scotians all, have heard journalists attack some members with a vengeance and completely ignore others. [...]

Several constituents have contacted my office in the past months with questions about getting back their suspended driver’s licenses. These young men all lost their licenses for driving without insurance. After waiting out their court imposed suspension, they thought they’d be back behind the wheel. But then they each got a letter from Service Nova [...]

Congratulations to Olympic and Paralympic Athletes
Congratulations to all the athletes and coaches who participated in the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics. All athletes demonstrated great spirit, excellence in sport, and pride in their country. I also want to extend my congratulations to the athletes participating in the 2010 Vancouver Winter Paralympics from March 12th [...]

All Home Sellers want the best price for their home, and here are some helpful ideas to help you get top dollar.  The first step is to look at your home, from a Buyers point of view.  Walk out to the end of your driveway and survey your property objectively.    First Impressions are important, so [...]

Fall River(D2N) – Seems like every time we view the news, catch the radio version, or read the renderings of the print media , we see the words probe, study, report or review, accompanied by words such as feasibility, public, and staff, to define the actions – actions requested by elected representatives and [...]

February is the Time to Start Organizing your Finances
Every year I hear from constituents who have lost out on opportunities for grants and financial assistance because they didn’t file their taxes on time. Often the reason for late filing has nothing to do with time, but a lack of organization that makes the filing process [...]

Haiti
Canadians are deeply saddened by the horrific earthquake which has devastated Haiti. The people of Haiti and the Canadian-Haitian community are in our thoughts and prayers. Immediate emergency aid and rescue efforts are already underway but it will take many months and years to rebuild Haiti and relieve human suffering.
I want to [...]