I raised concerns regarding emergency preparedness for extreme weather events, focusing on the availability of reception centres in unincorporated areas, Islanders’ reliance on electric heating systems, and the wildfire risk posed by remaining storm debris. The Minister of Justice, Public Safety, and Attorney General acknowledged the questions, referenced prior initiatives such as increased funding for […]
Recognizing Lennon Recovery House
I rose in the Legislative Assembly to recognize Lennon Recovery House, a vital recovery-oriented sober living home in Rustico. For several years, Lennon House has provided accommodation and support for up to 22 individuals recovering from substance use disorders and mental health challenges, with tremendous backing from the local community. In September, Lennon House expanded […]
Nov 7th Debate on Bill 111 Service Dog Act
On November 7, 2024, Bill 111 Service Dog Act was brought forward for second reading and debate in committee of the whole in the Legislative Assembly of PEI. Helping promote Bill 111 were service dog advocates Jennifer Sanderson, Russell McCabe, Shannon Noonan and Rev. Dr. Karen MacRae. There was limited time for debate, but progress […]
Traffic Safety in North Rustico and All Island Communities
I raised concerns about road safety in North Rustico, which has become a significant issue due to the town’s rapid growth and increased traffic. I emphasized the need for improvements like sidewalks, traffic lights, and other traffic-calming measures along Route 6 to ensure the safety of both drivers and pedestrians, especially our seniors and children. […]
Public Places Survey: Service Dog Teams on Prince Edward Island
A Public Places survey has been created to gather service dog feedback from owners, managers and users of public places. Please click here to fill out the survey, or use the embedded form below. This is one of two surveys that will help inform the new Service Dog Act. Special thanks to Jennifer Sanderson for […]
Handler Survey: Service Dog Teams on Prince Edward Island
A survey has been created to solicit more feedback from service dog handlers. Please click here to fill out the survey, or use the embedded form below. Special thanks to Jennifer Sanderson for her help! For more information, visit the main Bill 111 – Service Dog Act page by clicking here. Loading…
Bill 111 – Service Dog Act
Details about Bill 111 – Service Dog Act can be found here on this website – Service Dog Act. A public consultation of a first draft of Bill 111 was held on Wednesday March 13, 2024 at 7:00pm at the Hunter River Lions Club (4615 Rennies Rd – Rte 13, Hunter River). You can find […]
Public Transit – More Often Year-Round
On March 12, 2024 I asked questions about Public Transit to the North Shore of PEI. The North Shore Summer Shuttle has been offered for a number of years, but with extended shoulder seasons has not been early enough, and does not run late enough. In the winter only two bus runs a day happen […]
Tourism Focus – L.M. Montgomery’s 150th Birthday
On March 8th, 2024 – International Women’s Day – I was pleased to bring forward a members statement recognizing the central role Lucy Maud Montgomery and her Anne of Green Gables novels have played in PEI tourism, and highlighting her 150th birthday this year. I urge government to continue to make her works a key […]
Pharmacy Plus and Health Care Innovation
On March 7, 2024 I rose to second Motion 26 – Pharmacy Plus. I spoke about how community pharmacies are key in health delivery, thanked our pharmacists for the great work they do, and how important the Pharmacy Plus program is to helping people who otherwise would be emergency rooms and walk-in clinics. I also […]
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