Hammonds Plains youth will help create bicycle racks with support from the province’s sustainable transportation grant program, Connect2. Chester-St. Margaret’s MLA Hugh MacKay, on behalf of Energy Minister Geoff MacLellan, announced today, Nov. 29, $18,000 for GPI Atlantic to support their Connecting Community program and the installation of four bicycle racks in Hammonds Plains, Glen […]
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Hammonds Plains Heritage Day Congratulations. September 25, 2017
Hammonds Plains Heritage Day Congratulations. September 25, 2017 MR. BEN JESSOME « » : I just want to take a brief moment to acknowledge the hard work and success of the Hammonds Plains Area Business Association and the Hammonds Plains Community Centre on the work they did to put on the second annual Hammonds Plains […]
Hockey Equipment Drive
Its that time of year again, Hockey Season is just around the corner and Young Nova Scotians across the province are lacing up their skates and hitting the ice. To suit up kids this season, I will be joining MLA Brendan Maguire and Sportwheels Sports Excellence to host a kids hockey equipment drive, accepting gear donations […]
I need your help!
Each year I participate in the Marathon of Sport, an all-day fundraiser. All funds raised at the event are donated to the Special Olympics Canada Foundation. Throughout the day, I will be competing alongside local Special Olympics athletes in a variety of sports such as basketball, soccer, bocce, road hockey, flag football, kickball, ultimate and […]
Certificate for Milestone Birthdays and Anniversaries
Every year, official greetings from the Premier are sent to Nova Scotians across the province to commemorate significant birthdays and wedding anniversaries. Milestones meeting certain criteria can warrant notification from Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the Governor General, the Prime Minister, the Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia, the MLA for the recipient’s constituency, or the MP for the […]
Seven Tips for Safer Winter Driving
Winter can be just as fun as summer in Nova Scotia. There are endless outdoor activities available in and around the city. We’re close to great downhill skiing and snowboarding options and we’re home to numerous cross country skiing and snowshoeing trails. For those who aren’t inclined to the outdoors in winter there are also […]
11 Items for an Effective Winter Emergency Kit
Don’t hit the roads this winter without a winter emergency kit in your car. Here are a few items that you should include in your kit: A shovel You never know when you’ll get stuck or caught up in some heavier-the-expected snow. A shovel is key to getting your car free and getting you home […]
Get your flu shot!
Get your flu shot early to protect yourself and your loved ones. “I encourage all Nova Scotians to get the flu shot,” said Health and Wellness Minister Leo Glavine. “Vaccination is a simple, safe and effective way to prevent getting or spreading the flu.” Seasonal flu vaccine is now available from most pharmacies, family doctors, […]
A progressive plan for a stronger Nova Scotia
Government outlined a progressive plan for a stronger Nova Scotia today, Oct. 13, during the opening of the Third Session of the 62nd General Assembly of the Nova Scotia Legislature. Lt.-Gov. J.J. Grant opened the session with the Speech from the Throne, which highlighted government progress, and outlined several new measures it will enact in […]
Heating Assistance Rebate Program
Government is making changes to the Heating Assistance Rebate Program that will make it easier and faster for Nova Scotians to apply for and receive their rebate. The 2016-17 program will begin accepting applications on Monday, Oct. 31 and feature a new online application system and direct deposit option. Eligible applicants can receive up to […]