Claudia Chender
@claudiachenderns.bsky.social
Leader of the Nova Scotia NDP and MLA for Dartmouth South.
After the hard work and advocacy of the community, the Minister of Municipal Affairs has decided not to overturn the bylaw restricting infilling in Dartmouth Cove. We will look at their amendments closely, but at least for now, Dartmouth Cove won't be turned into a dump.
Minister Approves HRM’s Planning Changes for Dartmouth Cove With Amendments news.novascotia.ca/en/2025/11/2...
Minister Approves HRM’s Planning Changes for Dartmouth Cove With Amendments
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November 26, 2025 at 6:00 PM
After the hard work and advocacy of the community, the Minister of Municipal Affairs has decided not to overturn the bylaw restricting infilling in Dartmouth Cove. We will look at their amendments closely, but at least for now, Dartmouth Cove won't be turned into a dump.
I'm deeply saddened to hear about Colleen Jones' passing. A superstar on and off the ice, a champion curler and talented storyteller, she showed us what it means to represent the best of Nova Scotia—and have a blast while doing it. Thinking of Colleen's family, friends, colleagues, and fans.
November 25, 2025 at 8:03 PM
I'm deeply saddened to hear about Colleen Jones' passing. A superstar on and off the ice, a champion curler and talented storyteller, she showed us what it means to represent the best of Nova Scotia—and have a blast while doing it. Thinking of Colleen's family, friends, colleagues, and fans.
Every Nova Scotian deserves a safe, secure, and affordable place to live. On National Housing Day, we call on the Houston government to invest in our province's future by making sure every Nova Scotian can afford their home.
November 22, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Every Nova Scotian deserves a safe, secure, and affordable place to live. On National Housing Day, we call on the Houston government to invest in our province's future by making sure every Nova Scotian can afford their home.
It was amazing to see the streets packed for the Parade of Lights! Thanks to everyone who turned out to make this year's parade such a fun time! 🎄🌟
November 17, 2025 at 8:44 PM
It was amazing to see the streets packed for the Parade of Lights! Thanks to everyone who turned out to make this year's parade such a fun time! 🎄🌟
With the colder season setting in, I'm remembering hot summer days in Truro this summer. Did you make it out to the Nova Scotia Stampede this year? So much excitement and talent in one place. Thanks to the organizers and volunteers who made this incredible event happen. I can't wait for next year!
November 17, 2025 at 12:30 PM
With the colder season setting in, I'm remembering hot summer days in Truro this summer. Did you make it out to the Nova Scotia Stampede this year? So much excitement and talent in one place. Thanks to the organizers and volunteers who made this incredible event happen. I can't wait for next year!
On World Diabetes Day, we're reminded that everyone should have the care they need to manage this chronic condition. With proper support, those with diabetes can thrive. It's vital to ensure they have access to the primary care they need, something that too many Nova Scotians are still waiting for.
November 14, 2025 at 1:26 PM
On World Diabetes Day, we're reminded that everyone should have the care they need to manage this chronic condition. With proper support, those with diabetes can thrive. It's vital to ensure they have access to the primary care they need, something that too many Nova Scotians are still waiting for.
Nurse Practitioners are vital members of the health care system. They provide vital primary care, helping Nova Scotians and their families get care when they need it most. Thank you to all the nurse practitioners working hard across the province!
November 12, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Nurse Practitioners are vital members of the health care system. They provide vital primary care, helping Nova Scotians and their families get care when they need it most. Thank you to all the nurse practitioners working hard across the province!
I was grateful to join our community at the Dartmouth Cenotaph this morning to represent the Province of Nova Scotia in honouring those who have served, and those who continued to serve.
November 11, 2025 at 5:40 PM
I was grateful to join our community at the Dartmouth Cenotaph this morning to represent the Province of Nova Scotia in honouring those who have served, and those who continued to serve.
Wela'lin to Dawn McDonald for taking time to show me around the Nova Scotia Native Women's Association's new Resiliency Centre in Millbrook. This beautiful building is rooted in cultural connection and is designed to offer healing and empowerment for Indigenous women and gender-diverse people.
November 9, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Wela'lin to Dawn McDonald for taking time to show me around the Nova Scotia Native Women's Association's new Resiliency Centre in Millbrook. This beautiful building is rooted in cultural connection and is designed to offer healing and empowerment for Indigenous women and gender-diverse people.
Today, I am taking a moment to consider the truly great legacy of Viola Desmond. She stood up to a racist system to seek justice for herself and her community. Her impact cannot be overstated and the reverberations are still felt today.
November 8, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Today, I am taking a moment to consider the truly great legacy of Viola Desmond. She stood up to a racist system to seek justice for herself and her community. Her impact cannot be overstated and the reverberations are still felt today.
A huge congratulations to my friend and Dartmouth musical legend Joel Plaskett on receiving the prestigious Portia White Prize this year.
It is great to see his significant contributions to the province's arts community recognized, as a musician, songwriter, producer, and mentor, to name a few.
It is great to see his significant contributions to the province's arts community recognized, as a musician, songwriter, producer, and mentor, to name a few.
November 7, 2025 at 11:15 AM
A huge congratulations to my friend and Dartmouth musical legend Joel Plaskett on receiving the prestigious Portia White Prize this year.
It is great to see his significant contributions to the province's arts community recognized, as a musician, songwriter, producer, and mentor, to name a few.
It is great to see his significant contributions to the province's arts community recognized, as a musician, songwriter, producer, and mentor, to name a few.
Congratulations to Kate White and the Yukon NDP on becoming Official Opposition! Women in politics get it done. I can't wait to watch the team get real results for the people of the Yukon.
November 4, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Congratulations to Kate White and the Yukon NDP on becoming Official Opposition! Women in politics get it done. I can't wait to watch the team get real results for the people of the Yukon.
Happy Halloween, Nova Scotia! I hope everyone can have a happy and safe evening of trick-or-treating! 🦇🎃
October 31, 2025 at 10:34 AM
Happy Halloween, Nova Scotia! I hope everyone can have a happy and safe evening of trick-or-treating! 🦇🎃
Every day, long-term care workers look after our parents and grandparents. They show up with compassion and dedication, providing the care our loved ones need — even while being underpaid and overworked.
October 30, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Every day, long-term care workers look after our parents and grandparents. They show up with compassion and dedication, providing the care our loved ones need — even while being underpaid and overworked.
It was a pleasure to join my colleague Krista Gallagher for a community conversation in Annapolis Royal last night. We heard about people's love for their town as well as their concerns about protecting the coast, accessing health care, housing, rural transit, and so much more.
October 29, 2025 at 7:45 PM
It was a pleasure to join my colleague Krista Gallagher for a community conversation in Annapolis Royal last night. We heard about people's love for their town as well as their concerns about protecting the coast, accessing health care, housing, rural transit, and so much more.
It was a pleasure to join Alice House and community to launch the 2025 Night Light Walk at Graham's Grove in Dartmouth.
October 28, 2025 at 2:15 PM
It was a pleasure to join Alice House and community to launch the 2025 Night Light Walk at Graham's Grove in Dartmouth.
Yesterday in collaboration with the Atlantic Muslim Resource Centre and Imams Association of NS, my colleague Lina Hamid welcomed community to Province House for the inaugural Muslim Heritage Month recognition.
October 22, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Yesterday in collaboration with the Atlantic Muslim Resource Centre and Imams Association of NS, my colleague Lina Hamid welcomed community to Province House for the inaugural Muslim Heritage Month recognition.
I'm looking forward to meeting with you in Annapolis Royal next week to hear what matters most to you in your corner of the province. Bring along a friend or family member!
Let us know you're coming: nsndp.ca/annapolis-meet-and-greet
Tues, Oct 28, 6:30-8:00pm at ARCH&PO, 200 St George St
Let us know you're coming: nsndp.ca/annapolis-meet-and-greet
Tues, Oct 28, 6:30-8:00pm at ARCH&PO, 200 St George St
October 22, 2025 at 11:57 AM
I'm looking forward to meeting with you in Annapolis Royal next week to hear what matters most to you in your corner of the province. Bring along a friend or family member!
Let us know you're coming: nsndp.ca/annapolis-meet-and-greet
Tues, Oct 28, 6:30-8:00pm at ARCH&PO, 200 St George St
Let us know you're coming: nsndp.ca/annapolis-meet-and-greet
Tues, Oct 28, 6:30-8:00pm at ARCH&PO, 200 St George St
And Jimmy Rankin brought the house down with the Mull River Shuffle. Only in Cape Breton.
Can't wait for the next one!
Can't wait for the next one!
October 21, 2025 at 12:56 AM
And Jimmy Rankin brought the house down with the Mull River Shuffle. Only in Cape Breton.
Can't wait for the next one!
Can't wait for the next one!
Congratulations to the HalifaxTides on finishing out your inaugural year! It's awesome to see so much support for the new league across Canada, and NDP caucus members had a great time cheering them on. Looking forward to next year!
October 16, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Congratulations to the HalifaxTides on finishing out your inaugural year! It's awesome to see so much support for the new league across Canada, and NDP caucus members had a great time cheering them on. Looking forward to next year!
Wishing everyone a very happy Thanksgiving! In Nova Scotia there is lots to be grateful for – this is a wonderful province filled with wonderful people. However you're spending the day, I hope it's filled with laughter and love.
October 13, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Wishing everyone a very happy Thanksgiving! In Nova Scotia there is lots to be grateful for – this is a wonderful province filled with wonderful people. However you're spending the day, I hope it's filled with laughter and love.
Today and every day, let's lift up the voices of girls and women. Every girl should grow up feeling empowered to aim high in life, with the supports and opportunities that will allow her to flourish.
October 11, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Today and every day, let's lift up the voices of girls and women. Every girl should grow up feeling empowered to aim high in life, with the supports and opportunities that will allow her to flourish.
The IWK Foundation released new research this week on the experiences and struggles of thousands of women in getting the health care they need. They found that 70 per cent of women said the current system doesn’t meet their needs.
October 10, 2025 at 11:15 AM
The IWK Foundation released new research this week on the experiences and struggles of thousands of women in getting the health care they need. They found that 70 per cent of women said the current system doesn’t meet their needs.
Thank you to all the hardworking teachers from one end of this province to the other who work tirelessly to educate and care for our kids every day!
October 5, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Thank you to all the hardworking teachers from one end of this province to the other who work tirelessly to educate and care for our kids every day!
Today, we stand with the families and communities to mourn and honour the missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and two spirit people taken far too soon.
October 4, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Today, we stand with the families and communities to mourn and honour the missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and two spirit people taken far too soon.