Darren Fisher

The name “Africville Seasides” was chosen by community members to honour their championship-winning hockey team, which played in Canada’s first and only all-Black men’s league in the early 1900s.

A powerful name, for a place with powerful meaning.

MP Fisher with members of the Africville Community at the Port of Halifax. People are smiling

—displaced by racism, but the spirit of Africville lives on through the resilience of its people and the strength of the families who for over 120 years on this land built a vibrant, close-knit community rooted in history, pride, and deep connection to one another.

Dark blue vintage looking shirt with historic Africville SS Sea Sides EST 1895 logo. The logo is cream, red and black. There is a hockey puck in the centre.

But what made this facility’s opening especially meaningful was standing alongside members of the Africville community to celebrate the naming of the building: Africville Seasides. 🏒

This land carries deep significance. It is part of the historic Africville community—

Many people seated at the Port of Halifax, along with journalists with cameras for the announcement. Industrial warehouse style facility.

From March 2024 to July 2025, CBSA officers at this new facility seized:
🚗 189 stolen vehicles
🌿 Nearly 2,000 kg of cannabis
💊 Over $200 million worth of narcotics
That’s what frontline border enforcement looks like—keeping Canadians safe.

MP Fisher making an announcement and celebrating the grand opening of the facility. Container scanning equipment at the Port of Halifax is in the background. Many people are in the audience seated. There are journalist video cameras present.

This isn’t just another federal building. The MCEF is a critical part of our national security and economic infrastructure. CBSA officers here are on the front lines—intercepting drugs, weapons, and stolen vehicles before they reach our communities.

Members of the Africville community wearing Africville Seasides shirts and posing for a photo

One meaningful moment of the summer was joining members of the Africville community to celebrate the opening of the new Marine Container Examination Facility (MCEF) at the Port of Halifax.

MP Fisher at the Port of Halifax hugging a member of the Africville community. Journalists with cameras are nearby.

Since the boundary changes, Dartmouth—Cole Harbour has grown significantly—to around 100,000 constituents!

While Parliament’s been adjourned, I’ve been busy connecting with folks, businesses, and community leaders across Dartmouth—Cole Harbour and HRM. 🧵

Whether you’re spending the day at the beach, at a community event, or enjoying a backyard BBQ—I hope you’re able to enjoy the sunshine and spend time with the people you love!

MP Darren Fisher with his wife Anne, both are wearing red and smiling. Darren is holding a large maple leaf and they’re at Shubie Park. The grass and the trees look lush and green. There are some Canada flags in the background too

🇨🇦 Happy Canada Day, Dartmouth—Cole Harbour!! 🍁

Today, we celebrate the incredible people, communities, and values that make Canada the strong and special country we’re so proud to call home.

I’ve had the opportunity to meet some truly inspiring advocates and families who are raising awareness and pushing for better care for those living with sickle cell disease.

Special shout out to Sickle Cell Disease Association of Atlantic Canada (SCDAAC)!! Thank you for all you do.

#wscd2025

World sickle cell awareness day June 19th poster. Red background with white text

🩸Today is Sickle Cell Awareness Day.

I was proud to sponsor Senator Jane Cordy’s legislation to formally recognize this day in Canada.

Remembering Dartmouth—Cole Harbour’s Anne Ring. ❤️

Now more than ever, we must invest in Canadian industry as we rebuild Canada’s national defence capabilities.

This is a huge opportunity for Dartmouth—Cole Harbour and for Canada.

Parliamentarians and attendees outside by the Pride flag on parliament hill posing for a photo.

While it may not yet fly in every community, know this: our commitment to the 2SLGBTQI+ community is unwavering.

Happy Pride, Canada! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Parliamentarians raising the pride flag on parliament hill. They look joyful and many are holding little paper pride flags.

It was more than just a flag — it was a message. A message that love is love, that everyone deserves to be seen, and that this country stands for inclusion.

Prime Minister Mark Carney speaking at the Pride flag raising ceremony. He is at a podium with a Pride flag next to Parliamentarians. The parliamentarians have Pride flags in their hands.

Every year during #Pride Season, I think back to that powerful moment in 2016 when we raised the Pride flag on Parliament Hill for the very first time.

Despite all the responsibility he carried, Marc always made time for his colleagues—because he deeply understood how important it is to help the people we represent. He was always generous with his advice and support.

Thinking of his loved ones and all those mourning this loss.

Thank you, Marc. 🚀

Canada has lost a trailblazer.

So sad to hear about the passing of my former colleague, Marc Garneau—Canada’s first astronaut, a dedicated public servant, and one of the kindest, most thoughtful people in politics.

I’m honoured to be sworn in once again as the Member of Parliament for Dartmouth—Cole Harbour. It meant so much to have Anne and Ava there with me.

I’m deeply grateful to the people of Dartmouth—Cole Harbour for placing your trust in me once again. We’ve got a lot of work to do—together. ❤️

Prime Minister announces new Ministry The new government will act to catalyze investment and build a new Canadian economy – one that creates higher-paying careers, raises incomes, and can withstand future shocks.

Congratulations to my colleagues on their appointments as Cabinet Ministers and Secretaries of State!

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🗳️ Today’s the day, Dartmouth—Cole Harbour!
Polls open until 8:30pm — bring your ID. (Elections.ca for details)

Need a ride or have questions? Call/text 902-830-5737

Let’s stand up for our community and for Canada. 🇨🇦
This election matters!

Sullivan’s Pond Geese in Dartmouth surrounding a re-elect Darren Fisher sign

Meanwhile in #Dartmouth ❤️🤣

Carney condemns Israeli blockade on food to Gaza | CBC News Liberal Leader Mark Carney urged Israel to allow the World Food Programme to work in Gaza, saying food must not be used as a "political tool," hours after the UN agency said it had run out of stocks d...

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Local business owners create jobs, sponsor our kids’ hockey teams and dance groups, and help make our communities stronger.

Whenever possible, I encourage everyone to #SupportLocal — because when you do, you’re investing in your neighbours and helping your community thrive. ❤️

Photo of darren fisher standing next to his campaign sign at Dartmouth’s Revana Pizza

Supporting local businesses truly matters to me. It’s our local shops and services that add vibrancy to our downtown and to communities all across Dartmouth—Cole Harbour.

Domestic extremists pushing ‘corrosive’ narratives in Canada’s election: report - National | Globalnews.ca Some domestic extremist groups are capitalizing on deteriorating relations between Canada and the U.S. to push their agenda, according to a new report.

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We remember:

Jolene

Frank

Dawn

Gina

Alanna

Sean

Lisa

Heidi

John

Joey

Jamie

Heather

Greg

Tom

Joanne

Peter

Lillian

Corrie

Joy

Aaron

Emily,

and Kristen who was expecting a baby.

#NovaScotiaStrong 💙

Photo of Nova Scotia with a heart on top of Portapique that says Nova Scotia Strong.

It’s been five years, but the memory of the lives taken will never fade.

We remember the heartbreak — and the strength that followed. Nova Scotians stood together in grief and in love, showing the very best of who we are. 💙

We are in charge of our own future. We will build a stronger Canadian economy that works with reliable trading partners — and doesn't depend on the United States. #Debate2025