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. 🐟

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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. 🇨🇦✨

1/3 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. 🏃‍♀️❄️

1/2 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.

Following yesterday’s tragic shootings in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., I have asked that Canada’s flag atop the Peace Tower, and across all government buildings, be flown at half-mast for the next seven days as our nation mourns with the community.

Today, I presented a petition in the House 📋 on behalf of constituents calling on the government to protect Canadian media from foreign interference. 📽️🇨🇦 Their concerns are now formally on the parliamentary record, and the government is required to respond. 💬

🚜🌱 Today we celebrate farmers across #SouthShoreStMargarets & beyond! Your hard work feeds families & drives our economy 💛 Excited for the $75M AgriMarketing Program, launching Feb 13 to grow Canadian agri-food in global markets 🌍✨ Canadian agriculture thrives because of your hard work, thank you! 💚

Congratulations to Team #Canada as your #Olympic journey begins today. From the Yukon and across our country, you carry the support of your coaches, families, and 41 million Canadians united behind you. Wear the maple leaf with pride, savour every second, and make sure to have fun!

I’m not afraid to speak up for #RuralCanada. 📢🇨🇦 I pressed the CEO of #BuildCanadaHomes 🏘️ on what people in rural communities are experiencing on the ground. 🧱🛠️ As Vice-Chair of our Rural Caucus 🌾, I know these issues are shared across the country & that we’re speaking up & driving real change. 💪

1/3 It’s always great to connect with the fishers in my region 🎣🌊 and to advocate for legislative changes ⚖️ that support the #CoastalCommunities who rely on fishing for their livelihoods.

Canada’s new auto strategy plan: ✅$3B to strengthen the auto sector, tougher EV targets (75% by 2035, 90% by 2040) ✅$2.3B EV affordability program with up to $5K incentives ✅$570M to reskill 66,000 workers. And more! #Orléans

Grocery bill stressing you out? Help is here. The new Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit will deliver real, immediate relief on one of your biggest budget pressures—food.

1/2 🏡 Housing affordability is one of the biggest challenges facing Canadians — and our government is acting. 🇨🇦💪 Today, I joined our Minister of Housing and Liberal colleagues as our government introduced legislation to create #BuildCanadaHomes as a Crown corporation.

Today, I was proud to show my support for the new Groceries and Essentials Benefit 🛒 in the House, as the Minister of Finance spoke about the positive impact it will have for Canadians. 🇨🇦

1/3 ✈️ As I head back to Ottawa for another sitting week, I’ve been reflecting on some of the important work from last week. I had the pleasure of meeting with Riipen, an organization that helps students build real-world skills through project-based learning. 💼🎓

Spreading the love with #TimHortons Special Olympics donuts 😁🍩 Ran into the oil crew filling our tank ahead of the big storm on our way home & had to share a couple donuts! ❄️ Every #SpecialOlympics donut sold supports the 40K+ athletes across Canada. Proud to support this important cause.

Affordable child care is the foundation of Canada Strong. Families are already saving up to $16,000 a year — but our work isn’t finished. Today, with provincial and territorial counterparts we’re focused on building a long-term childcare system that works for Canadian families.

Canada is bigger, stronger, and more prosperous when we’re united.

1/3 Alzheimer’s Month is close to my heart 💜 This photo is with my Gigi, diagnosed over 15 years ago and loved beyond words. Her strength and kindness still shine through and remind us that a diagnosis can never take away who someone is.

3.5M+ Canadians have received dental care through the #CanadianDentalCarePlan 🦷🪥including nearly 15K approved in #SouthShoreStMargarets. 🌊 The CDCP is helping eligible Canadians save an average of $800/year, putting more money back in your pocket & providing access to this essential care. 💰😁

A family of four could see up to $1,900 back in their pockets 💰 with the new Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit. 🛒🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 We’re listening to Canadians and delivering real support to help families manage the cost of everyday essentials. 🇨🇦

📢 StatsCan is hiring for the 2026 Census! 📊 This could be for you if you’re: ✅ A Canadian citizen 🇨🇦 ✅ A secondary school graduate 🎓 ✅ Available to work flexible hours ⏰ 💼 Be part of a team that helps shape Canada’s future. 🔗 Apply today: census.gc.ca/jobs

Great meeting with Oceana Canada to learn about on-demand fishing gear 🦞⚓️ now being tested in lobster and snow crab fisheries. This innovation protects North Atlantic right whales 🐋 while supporting Nova Scotia fishers and sustainable livelihoods. 🌊💙

Honoured to speak in Sydney as a recipient of the Judy LaMarsh Fund—a program that helped shape my path into public service. 💜 Grateful to stand with Diana Fox Carney and Mike Kelloway in support of a fund that continues to open doors and empower women in politics. 🌸

1/3 It was great to meet before the House rose with Nova Scotian representatives from @chickenfarmersofcanada 🐓 — including one of our very own from Vissers Farm in #SouthShoreStMargarets! 🌟

2025, you were good to me! 🤩 I can’t wait to see what 2026 has to offer — here’s to growth, courage, and new chapters. 🙌

Honoured to announce the Lawrence Street Project—30 new affordable homes in Liverpool. 🏘️ With $6.96M in federal funding and strong provincial/municipal partners, QNCH is leading a community-driven co-op model. We’re moving fast on #BuildCanadaHomes. Proud to deliver for #SouthShoreStMargarets ♥️