Federal election on the horizon? MP Samson doesn’t think so—for 2023
MAIN PHOTO: MP Darrell Samson the timing of an election call will determine if he will seek re-election. (Healey photo) FALL RIVER: Canadians won’t be going to the polls this…
N.S. announces implementation of One Person One Record technology
HALIFAX: Shorter wait times, better care, and giving health professionals more time with patients are some of the ways that One Person One Record can help improve healthcare in Nova…
Hike NS invites MLAs to take #LoveOurTrailsNS Challenge
HALIFAX: MLAs across Nova Scotia are being invited by Hike N.S. to show some love for hiking trails. As part of the group’s annual #LoveOurTrailsNS challenge, they are asking MLAs…
New social work cohort for Black/African Nova Scotian Students
FALL RIVER: N.S. is investing in training to help address under-representation of Black/African Nova Scotians in the social work field and ease pressures on the healthcare and social service systems.…
COLUMN: MPs News and Views with Darrell Samson
By MP Darrell Samson BLACK HISTORY MONTH The month of February is a time to celebrate the many contributions of Black Canadians to our history, identity, and strength as a…
COLUMN: Looking ahead at 2023 with cautious optimism
By Jennifer Rideout Last year was challenging and especially harsh for balanced and income-focused investors. In most periods, bond markets have helped offset poor equity performance. This year both stocks…
Nominations open for l’Acadie and Francophonie Award of Excellence
HALIFAX: Nominations for the Lieutenant-Governor’s Award of Excellence for l’Acadie and Francophonie opened January 24. The award recognizes people whose social, economic or cultural contributions have made a difference in…
Halifax health science firms pursue innovative solutions to medical challenges
HALIFAX: Atlantic Canada’s bioscience sector has become a key driver of economic growth and diversification for the region. The federal government is investing to help three Halifax bioscience companies create…
Local community groups receive provincial investment from Community Generator Program
WELLINGTON/MOUNT UNIACKE: Eight community organizations in the Stewiacke, Wellington, Indian Brook, Nine Mile River, and Mount Uniacke areas are among 180 that will benefit from more than $5.8 million from…
New roof for Eastern Passage Legion receives federal support
EASTERN PASSAGE: The MP for Sackville—Preston—Chezzetcook announced a federal investment of $21,877 through the Canada Community Revitalization Fund (CCRF) for the Royal Canadian Legion (RCL) Caen Branch 164, in Eastern…