This is great news for #SouthShoreStMargarets and all of Atlantic Canada’s fisheries. 🌊
Today, Fisheries Minister Thompson announced the renewal of the Atlantic Fisheries Fund (AFF), which supports innovation, sustainability, 🌱and modernization in our fisheries and aquaculture sectors. 🐟
📍 Hubbards – JD Shatford Library
🗓 Mar 30, 2026 | ⏰ 1–4 PM
📍 Shelburne – Shelburne Community Centre
🗓 Mar 31, 2026 | ⏰ 1–4 PM
📍 Bridgewater – Bridgewater Fire Hall
🗓 Apr 1, 2026 | ⏰ 1–4 PM
Thanks to our volunteers and community partners for making this possible! 💼📊
#SouthShoreStMargarets
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Have tax or financial questions? Join our Free Tax Clinic for a one-on-one session with accountants and financial advisors. Get help with taxes, RRSPs, TFSAs, RRIFs, and more. Open to everyone, with a focus on seniors 55+.
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Conservatives are delaying ⏳Bill C-222 — a bill that would ensure parents who lose a child don’t also lose their parental benefits.
Another successful Java with Jess ☕️ at Bike & Bean Café in #UpperTantallon! 🚲🫘
It’s always great connecting with community members over coffee and a treat. ☕️🍰 These are a great way to hear directly from people about the issues that matter most in our community.
Great news for youth and employers in agriculture! 🌱
Minister Heath MacDonald, has launched the 2026–27 Youth Employment and Skills Program, helping youth aged 15–30 gain hands-on experience.
📅 Apply by May 4
🔗 agriculture.canada.ca/en/programs/youth-employment-and-skills
Happy Holi! 🌸🎨
March 4 marks the Festival of Colours, a vibrant Hindu celebration of spring, renewal, and the triumph of good over evil. Wishing everyone celebrating in #SouthShoreStMargarets a colourful and joyful Holi! 🌷✨
Researchers in #SouthShoreStMargarets — the 2026 Centennial Flame Research Award offers $5,000 to support Canadians with disabilities advancing research on the contributions of persons with disabilities in public life and Parliament. 🔥🇨🇦
Apply by May 1, 2026: ow.ly/QneN50Yo6qP
Happy Irish Heritage Month in #SouthShoreStMargarets! 🍀
The Irish spirit is woven into the history of our region and lives on in the vibrant traditions of music, storytelling, and community that continue today.
“Céad míle fáilte”🍀 a hundred thousand welcomes to all who celebrate! 💚
Big news for #SouthShoreStMargarets and Nova Scotia. 🇨🇦🌱⚡️
In my first year as MP, I helped bring together federal funding to move the Mersey River Wind project forward — delivering clean power, good jobs, and lower emissions for our region and province. 🌬️
One of the best ways to make life more affordable is to increase your purchasing power by creating higher-paying jobs.
To do that, we’re securing new trade partnerships, attracting massive investment, and fast-tracking major projects.
Canada is the first non-European country to be granted membership in SAFE. This is unlocking new export markets abroad for producers across Canada’s defence industry and better equipping our military with the resources they need.
Great news for #SouthShoreStMargarets and Nova Scotia! 🌊🇨🇦 Stelia North America is investing $600,000 to expand its Lunenburg facility 🚀—boosting aerospace and defence manufacturing, supporting skilled workers, creating jobs, and strengthening Atlantic Canada’s economy. 💪
The cost of living: It’s the number one thing on most people's minds.
Canada's new government has a plan to fix it.
Today is #PinkShirtDay 💗
Looking back at past Pink Shirt Days with my family, I’m reminded how important it is to model kindness at home and in our community.
Thank you to the sponsors and to BGC South East for all the incredible work you do!
So proud to visit High Liner Foods in Lunenburg, a South Shore success story since 1899! 🌊🐟 From salt fish to a North American seafood leader, they continue to innovate, create local jobs, and strengthen our economy. Thanks for the warm welcome! 💙 #SouthShoreStMargarets
Big news for our #CanadianArmedForces 🇨🇦🪖 $3.5B investment will create ~7,500 new military homes 🏠 nationwide, including hundreds in #NovaScotia 🌊 at Greenwood, supporting families and strengthening communities. #Budget2025 delivers real, generational impact 💪
Four years ago, Russia began its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, a direct assault on a sovereign, democratic nation.
Today, we reflect on the strength and determination of the Ukrainian people, who continue to defend their homeland with courage and resolve. 🇺🇦
Canada stands with Ukraine. 🇨🇦
☕️🌿 Java with Jess is heading to Rosefinch Mercantile & Tea Room in beautiful Port Medway! You know I love connecting with people, and I’d love to hear what’s on your mind. Join me this Saturday, February 21, from 10–11 AM for a warm drink and an even warmer conversation. Let’s chat! 💬😊
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the Lenten season, a solemn and reflective time for many in our community.To all who are observing, may this Lenten journey bring you strength, peace, and meaningful moments of reflection. ✝️
Coffee tastes better with conversation! ☕️✨ Join me for Java with Jess this Thursday, February 19, from 10–11 AM. Whether you have a question, an idea, or just want to say hi — I’m all ears 👂😊 Stop by The Barn in Mahone Bay and let’s chat!
🎊🧧 Happy Lunar New Year to all who are celebrating! 🌙🎉
As we welcome the Year of the Horse, I wish you a year full of exciting journeys, good health, and prosperity.
Let’s celebrate the richness of our traditions and the strength of our communities together! 🐎✨
🕌 Wishing everyone observing a blessed Ramadan. May this month be filled with peace, compassion, and meaningful moments with loved ones. As families and friends gather in reflection and prayer, may the spirit of generosity and care for one another continue to strengthen our communities. 🌙✨
Happy Heritage Day, Nova Scotia! 💙🤍❤️ This year, we honour Joseph Willie Comeau, a champion of Acadian history and culture. His lifelong dedication helped preserve traditions and strengthen communities across our province. We celebrate those who keep our shared heritage vibrant for generations. 🇨🇦✨
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Wishing everyone a day filled with love, kindness, and connection. 💐💕
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#ValentinesDay isn’t just about romantic partners—it’s about spending time and sharing connection with the people who matter most, in whatever way that looks like. Today, that means being out in the community, elbow to elbow with my neighbours, hitting the beach for a run. 🦞🌊
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Happy Valentine’s Day, South Shore—St. Margarets! ❤️😊
Today, I took part in Lucy’s Coastal Crawl Beach Run at Stoney Beach on Cape Sable Island. 🏃♀️❄️
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As Vice-Chair of the Canada–US Interparliamentary Group 🇨🇦🇺🇸, I spoke with the UK delegation about trade opportunities & deepening relationships with our G7 partners, including the UK 🇬🇧. Our government is focused on supporting economic stability & strengthening Canada’s role on the global stage.
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Strengthening parliamentary relationships with our international partners 🌎 is an important part of our work. This week, I met with Members of Parliament from the #UnitedKingdom 🇬🇧, including Catherine McKinnell, former Minister of State for #Education 📚🏫.
Today, we released the findings from the probe on unpaid work in the federally regulated airline sector. The probe did not identify evidence of a sector-wide problem. At the same time, the information provided by the parties was not sufficient to substantiate claims of unpaid or underpaid work.
