On May 19, 2023 I asked questions about rolling back property taxes to 2020 levels for all properties, and removing the link with CPI, which may actually be contributing to inflation. In particular the rent freeze coupled with rising property taxes has had a negative impact on affordable housing, as landlords are losing money and […]
Driving Law & Justice Arising From Chris Wedlock Tragedy
Chris Wedlock was killed in a tragic car accident in October, 2022. His widow, Tanya Wedlock, has been pursuing improvements to legislation. On May 16, 2023 Tanya Wedlock, her mother Linda Jackson, and Chris Wedlock’s mother, Linda Wedlock attended the legislative sitting where I asked the following questions. Mr. Trivers: Madam Speaker, on October 21st, […]
Don’t Have A Family Doctor?
Don’t have a family doctor? Did you know that doctors who see you with “virtual care” through the “Maple” service can refer you to Primary Care Clinics where you can be seen in person? Just follow the steps below. This is known as Virtual Health Care for Islanders Without a Primary Care Provider. UPDATE March […]
Thank You First Responders and Volunteer Firefighters
On November 22, 2022 I was able rise in the Legislative Assembly to second Motion 126 “Thanking our first responders”. A huge thank you to first responders and volunteer firefighters in our communities. Please find video and transcript below. Transcript: Hansard-22 November 2022 – Thanking Our First Responders (go to page 61 of 65 […]
Moratorium on New Buffer Zone Development
On December 1, 2022 I asked the Minister of Environment, Energy and Climate Action about shoreline protection, and he committed to a moratorium on new buffer zone development until a comprehensive policy is in place. Read the full transcript in the PDF file: Hansard-1 December 2022 page 21 of 29. Also see text of […]
Water, Sewer and Land Use Planning
On December 1, 2022 I asked about central sewer and water for the many developments in District 18 Rustico-Emerald, as well as support for infrastructure in general, and better transparency in land use planning. Read the full transcript in the PDF file: Hansard-1 December 2022 page 20 of 29. Also see text of the debate […]
Helping Islanders Who Are Struggling Financially
On November 29, 2022 I asked the Minister of Finance questions on helping Islanders who are struggling financially. First I asked how we can improve means testing to allow Islanders to qualify for help based on their current means – not last year’s income. I also asked about centralizing the means testing role to make […]
Allow Shared Driveway Between Residences
On November 9, 2022, I asked questions on three topics to help improve the ability for lot owners to provide housing: Allow a single driveway to be shared for access to at least two permanent residences. Provide supports for cottage businesses to convert to year-round homes. Allow garden suites to be lived in by children […]
Climate Change Adaptation and Shoreline Protection
On November 22, 2022 I asked questions about climate change adaptation and shoreline protection. I started off asking for a follow up on post-Fiona shoreline clean-up, which was stalling. I was assured by the Minister of Communities & Fisheries that shoreline clean-up was happening. I asked about funding to protect public beaches as we adapt […]
Mill Road Into Emerald – Rte 13 – Traffic Calming Measures
On November 16, 2022 I asked questions about roads in our District 18 Rustico-Emerald. I received commitments from the Minister of Transportation to: Pave the Mill Road into Emerald in the 2023 construction season. Complete widening and resurfacing Rte 13 between New Glasgow and Cavendish. Consider traffic-calming measures in communities throughout the district – including […]
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