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The gardens at Sullivan’s Pond and in the Dartmouth Common are finally blooming, and spring is in the air. The Downtown Dartmouth Business Commission held a wildly successful food crawl Thursday May 18th with amazing eats across downtown Dartmouth, if you missed it make sure to check out future events or better yet head downtown and do your own food tour!
As we head towards summer there are still six weeks of the school year left, and we know that top of mind this week for many parents is the CUPE strike at HRCE schools. These Early Childhood Educators, school support workers, library technicians and other workers are the core to the functioning of our schools, and many do not earn a living wage.
Currently many students normally supported by EPAs and all pre primary students are unable to attend school. They are being denied their right to an education; this is discrimination and it is unfair to the students and their families. I have heard from many families who are struggling to figure out how to juggle work, childcare and other supports.
The solution is for the province to return to bargaining with CUPE immediately and ensure that students and education workers are back in the classroom as soon as possible with a fair deal.
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MACPASS Sticker SwapAfter 25 years, the classic hard-shell MACPASS are being retired. Halifax Harbour Bridges is no longer giving out the hard-shell transponder many of us have come to know. Instead, it is offering a new, free, and more effective sticker pass. The sticker MACPASS is smaller, works faster at the toll lanes, and will interact with new tolling technology coming soon to HHB. |
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Get your new sticker online at MyMACPASS.com or by visiting the MACPASS Customer Service Centre on Princess Margaret Boulevard. You can also call the MACPASS office at 902-436-3100. More information and videos on using, installing and updating your MACPASS can be found on the HHB website. I can say from experience, it’s an easy switch! |
| Congratulations, PLATA!The Penhorn Lake Area Trail Association hosted their annual trail cleanup, BBQ, and a ribbon cutting to celebrate the completion of the Penhorn Lake Loop recreational trail they have advocated for for many years!
Make sure you get out and take in this beautiful new trail! |
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Out in the Community |
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At the CUPE picket line with striking workers. |
| Talking to police about safety in Downtown Dartmouth. |
| Giving a tour of Province House to students. |
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Check Before You BurnThe wildfire in the southeast of Weymouth and the recent drying up of Sullivan’s Pond in the last few weeks are stark reminders of just how dry this spring has been in our province. Ahead of campfire and yard work season (and on our Provincial Parks’ opening weekend) it’s a good time to get into the habit of checking what the burning restrictions are in your area. You can always check online at novascotia.ca/burnsafe or call the toll free phone line: 1-855-564-2876(BURN). A recorded message updated daily.
There are also municipal restrictions to take into account if you’re planning to burn within Dartmouth South, which is Permit Required Zone. You can see the restrictions and allowances on HRM’s Burning Rules and Regulations site.
As always, if you need assistance, please reach out to my office at 902-406-2301 or claudiachendermla@gmail.com.
Have a wonderful weekend,
Claudia |
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Community Organization Spotlight: |
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SoveYourDebts.com (formerly Credit Counselling Atlantic)
Accredited counsellors, budget mentors and financial education specialists stand beside you, not just for a couple of counselling sessions, but for your whole journey to financial well-being. We will help you learn the skills and habits you need to manage your money over the long term.
Sessions are free and open to anyone. No referrals are required. All appointments must be scheduled in advance.
99 Wyse Road - Suite 102 Dartmouth, NS B3A 4S5
Email: ccsinfo@solveyourdebts.com
Phone: 1-888-753-2227
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ACCESSIBILITY: Goods and Services Standard Development CommitteeLast week the Province announced the 22 Nova Scotians who will help develop the Province's next accessibility standard as members of the Goods and Services Standard Development Committee. The committee will develop recommendations for the minister of Justice to help remove barriers to the delivery of goods and services for people with disabilities such as: inaccessible customer service stereotypes and assumptions about people with disabilities policy barriers to delivering and receiving goods and services.
More info: ASL release | Goods and Services Standard Development Committee | Access by Design 2030: Achieving an Accessible Nova Scotia |
Nova Safe.Nova SAFE is a new Safety Branch resource that offers a modern and convenient way for Nova Scotian employers, supervisors, and workers to access important safety information on regulatory requirements for a variety of Occupational Health and Safety and Technical Safety topics. |
| It provides clear plain language summaries with helpful definitions, direct links to relevant sections in our legislation, and additional resources that help make it easier to achieve compliance with our Acts and Regulations. More at https://www.novasafe.ca/. |
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| Christ Church Bursary
Once again the Parish of Christ Church is offering student bursary(s) to individuals graduating high school and entering a university or college. | |
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Grace United Plant Sale
This Dartmouth famous event is back. Perennials, new-to-you tables, and a community BBQ. Get there early!
Saturday, May 27th from 8am - 1pm 70 King St, Dartmouth |
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| Dartmouth Horticultural Society Plant Sale
Saturday, June 17th, 9am - 11am St. Vincent de Paul Church Hall, 320 Flying Cloud Drive, Dartmouth |
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MacPhee Centre for Creative Learning Summer 2023 program registration is now live! These programs are for youth ages 12-19 and are free of charge. More info about MCCL here. | |
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$750 - Dartmouth NDP Community Service AwardThe Dartmouth NDP Community Service Award awards $750 to a graduating student in each high school in the Dartmouth region (Auburn Drive High, Cole Harbour High, Dartmouth High, École secondaire Mosaïque, Island View High, and Woodlawn High). Full details here. | |
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Dartmouth Food CalendarEvery month Carla Foxe from the Halifax Public Libraries puts together the Dartmouth Food calendar. Please share this resource with anyone who could use it. |
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