HRM must continue to enhance safe spaces and provide support for social equity among minorities. Efforts should be made to offer opportunities to diverse communities, allowing them to share their culture and stories. It is crucial to improve economic and educational prospects for marginalized groups in HRM. Collaboration with the province is essential to enhance […]
District 7 requires genuine community engagement to dismantle stigmas and prioritize resident involvement. I will establish a Peninsula South Stakeholders Committee to convene and involve residents in enhancing and addressing issues in District 7. It is essential for District 7 to sustain a vibrant community where everyone is actively involved, emphasizing the development of a […]
HRM, as Atlantic Canada’s largest city, is facing the challenges of rising sea levels and coastal erosion. Past municipal reports indicate that certain downtown areas and parts of Point Pleasant Park could be underwater in the near future. It is crucial to collaborate with citizens and all levels of government to address this issue promptly, […]
Actions: 1) Implement regulations to reduce demand from speculators through land consolidation. 2) Preserve public land for cooperative and community land trust housing. 3) Conduct a study on housing needs and the diversity of housing styles required to enhance market accessibility. 4) Ensure that planning policies address accessibility and inclusivity issues in buildings and urban […]
District 7 is the heart of student life in Halifax. Students play a vital role in our city. The cost of living impacts their ability to focus on being successful in school. I am working to ensure students have a safe and livable community.
Point Pleasant Park is HRM’s most treasured park, and I am committed to its preservation and improvement. In Point Pleasant Park, I recommend the following actions: 1) Conduct and publicly release a comprehensive archaeological report on the condition of historic sites within the park. 2) Engage the public fully in the ongoing coastal protection initiative […]
Halifax faces challenges in implementing complete streets and promoting active transportation due to its historic street grid. The city must diversify its modes of transportation and consider a balanced approach in future projects, rather than a one-size-fits-all solution that prioritizes alternative modes over electric vehicles. Traffic congestion on the Halifax Peninsula poses risks for emergency […]
As the peninsula population increases it is vital that a evacuation plan be in place in case of a serious event. I will strongly advocate at Council for a clear evaluation plan for evacuation of the Halifax Peninsula. These articles bring to light the pressing need for a concise plan. A) https://cdn.dal.ca/content/dam/dalhousie/pdf/dept/maceachen-institute/MIPP_BN_TransportationPwD_EN.pdf B) https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scotia/emergency-evacuation-video-game-dalhousie-disaster-flood-1.4030663