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 […]

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 […]

On February 28, 2024 I rose to speak to “Motion 83 – Calling on government to prioritize the reopening of the PCH ICU”.  I stated my commitment to ensuring that PCH remain open with a full slate of services, including a fully functioning ICU.  I also discussed related issues like the departure of the former […]

On November 22, 2023 I did a Member’s Statement advocating for telemedicine, and the improvement and expansion of services like Maple.  I also introduced Motion 79 – Expanding access to diagnostic health services through virtual technology (PDF). Additionally, my colleague from District 1 Souris-Elmira (Robin Croucher) asked questions regarding the Maple service.  See details below. […]

In the Operating Budget for 2023-2024 our government announced $5.2 million for a Primary Caregiver Grant, to help support caregivers to look after people and keep them in their homes. (see CBC – 6 programs in the P.E.I. budget that could have a direct impact on you) This is something I have been advocating for several […]

On November 15, 2023 I did a Member’s Statement about Breast Cancer Screening, especially the need for additional screening women with dense breasts via ultrasound.  You can learn more on the Dense Breasts Canada website. I also asked questions about screening for women with dense breasts, advocating for government to offer ultrasounds on PEI, or […]

This sitting we passed an updated Mental Health Act, which was reviewed for the first time in almost thirty years. The Mental Health Act defines at what point someone with mental health issues loses the right to make decisions for themselves. Given the harm that individuals with mental health and addictions issues cause to themselves […]

UPDATE: The tender was awarded on November 10, 2023 to Atlantic Medical Properties Ltd (affiliated with Murphy’s Pharmacy Group Inc.). Big news this Labour Day weekend 2023 as the RFP (Request For Proposal) for the fit-up and rental of space for a new Patient Medical Home (PMH) has been has been issued by the Department […]

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 […]