MLA for
Hammonds Plains-Lucasville​

Moving Forward, Building Together

With a deep commitment to our community, I work tirelessly to advocate for policies that improve lives in Hammonds Plains-Lucasville. From enhancing local infrastructure to ensuring a safer environment, my mission is to make our community a better place to live, work, and raise a family.

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Aug 20, 2026

August 20, 2026
On my way down to the Gary Martin Dr. A&W for this year’s Burgers to Beat MS day! ​Come on...
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Aug 20, 2026

August 20, 2026
We’re pleased to invite residents to join us for a Community Town Hall in Upper Hammonds Plains on Wednesday, August...
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Aug 20, 2026

August 20, 2026
It was a pleasure to spend some time at our local A&W Restaurants today supporting #BurgerstoBeatMS alongside @damian_stoilov For every...
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Aug 19, 2026

August 19, 2026
2 new family doctors will be coming to Hammonds Plains this Fall. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BR7hFGwg6/ View original on Facebook...
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Aug 18, 2026

August 18, 2026
Understanding our local water systems is an important part of building a stronger, more resilient Hammonds Plains–Lucasville. I’m pleased to...
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Aug 15, 2026

August 15, 2026
Congratulations Shelly! Dr. Whitman was appointed to the Order of Nova Scotia! ​This recognition is so well-deserved. Shelly has dedicated...
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Aug 14, 2026

August 14, 2026
We enjoyed a couple of Blizzards in the office today in support of Miracle Treat Day! On August 14, net...
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Aug 14, 2026

August 14, 2026
Community Town Hall. I am sitting down with MP Braedon Clark and Councillor John Young for a community town hall...
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Aug 14, 2026

August 14, 2026
I am at Kopi cafe (2069 Hammonds Plains Rd) at 12 PM today! Stop by, say hi, ask me any...
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Aug 09, 2026

August 9, 2026
Today, we honour the courage and sacrifice of Canada’s peacekeepers. Their mission is never easy but the effect of their...
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Aug 07, 2026

August 7, 2026
The More Opportunity for Skilled Trades and Occupations (MOST) program is helping young Nova Scotians build rewarding careers while keeping...
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Nova Scotia celebrating Natal Day, showing the provincial coat of arms over the Nova Scotia flag.

Natal Day 2026: Celebrating Nova Scotia History

August 3, 2026
Happy Natal Day, Nova Scotia! Originally established to celebrate the founding of Halifax, Natal Day has grown into a province-wide...
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News

Public Works seeing the Issues Firsthand: Road and Egress Updates

Hi All, I want to share some of what I’ve been doing recently to keep...
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Radon Awareness Soars: Addressing High Demand and Expanding Support in Our Community!

Unprecedented Demand for Radon Detectors! What an incredible day for radon awareness in our community!...
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Upper Hammonds Plains to receive $142,808 for water system upgrades

HALIFAX – Rick Burns, MLA for Hammonds Plains-Lucasville, is pleased to announce that Upper Hammonds...
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