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Darren Fisher
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He/Him, Father, Husband, Liberal MP for Dartmouth-Cole Harbour, community guy, lover of small businesses, hockey, vinyl records, dogs and dad jokes. (Posts by my team)
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Conservative MP Clifford Small called the National School Food Program “garbage” and said it hasn’t fed one child in Canada.
Thankfully, the kids at Gander Academy know otherwise. 🍔🥗
These reckless comments help no one. Do better.
Another busy week here in Ottawa! 🇨🇦
It’s always a privilege to bring the voices of Dartmouth—Cole Harbour to Parliament—and that sense of honour never fades.
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Today, Canada recognises the State of Palestine.
 
My statement: www.pm.gc.ca/en/news/stat...
I’m truly honoured to be appointed Chair of the National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians (NSICOP), and deeply grateful to Prime Minister Mark Carney for placing his trust in me to serve in this important role.

www.pm.gc.ca/en/news/news...
I’m pushing to see that we have deeply affordable opportunities in Shannon. I believe rent geared to income and other options in the affordability spectrum are crucial.

Your point is well received.

I’ve attached the two complete explanatory notes from the BCH FAQ
Thanks for this
Those are minimum definitions listed for BCH, not what the entire redevelopment of Shannon could or should be.

CLC is still finalizing their phase 1 plan & what that affordability will look like. They’re guided by the work of affordable housing experts www.clc-sic.ca/newsroom/aff...
Affordable Housing Advisory Committee Members for Shannon Park Announced | Canada Lands Company
Dartmouth, N.S. - Canada Lands Company has assembled a group of ten affordable housing experts to assist it in delivering affordable housing in Dartmouth at Shannon Park as part of the Company’s commi...
www.clc-sic.ca
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Thank you, Chrystia, for your dedication, many contributions to Canada, friendship, and continued partnership.
First meeting was a good one! 🍃♻️
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.
—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.
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—
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.
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.
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.
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!
🇨🇦 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
🩸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.
While it may not yet fly in every community, know this: our commitment to the 2SLGBTQI+ community is unwavering.

Happy Pride, Canada! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️