To create affordable housing in Halifax we need both immediate action and long-term planning. By collaborating with provincial and federal governments through joint planning and policy development, Halifax can ensure housing solutions are not just theoretical but actionable. Joint Planning and Policy Development A housing-focused joint planning committee—similar to the Joint Regional Transportation Committee—is a … Read more

WOW. Special interest groups really, really like to send out surveys to municipal election candidates. I knew there would be a couple of Halifax Council Candidate surveys coming my way, but I had no idea the sheer number of hours I would spend filling them out. I know not every candidate fills out every survey … Read more

Have you looked at my social media posts and wondered why I describe the image that’s attached? If you’re fully sighted you may not realize why this is important. Don’t worry, it has taken me a while to understand the importance of this and build it into my routine, too. First, we need to understand … Read more

I received a question today by email and I want to share my response with everyone. Q: What is your position on illegal encampments throughout HRM? Should they be removed as quickly as possible as the residents of those encampments are breaking the law. A: I understand everyone’s frustration with the tent encampments in Halifax. … Read more

Election season is a time for us to come together as a community and make decisions that shape our future. But in the 2020 election, only 37% of voters in District 16 Bedford-Wentworth turned out to cast their ballots. That’s 8,646 votes out of 23,250 eligible voters—a dismal turnout that we can absolutely improve. The … Read more

I’ve been asked many times already why I decided to run for city council. A legitimate question, of course, but one I seem to have trouble answering. A conversation I had recently helped me realize the true answer so I’m sharing it in case it helps you. It’s true I have had an interest in … Read more