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Kelly Regan 🇨🇦
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Former politician. Former television director of news programming. Grandma, mom, wife. Taking a break for a bit.
Whoa.

Catherine McKenna pulls no punches in this article in The Walrus — an excerpt from her new book, “Run Like A Girl”.

McKenna outlines the harassment and hate she endured while a federal minister — and how she fought back.
They Called Her “Climate Barbie.” She Fired Back
Catherine McKenna on misogyny, rage farming, and the toll of online violence in Canadian politics
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October 2, 2025 at 1:11 PM
I think the program was initially overhyped as a cure for our housing ills — it was never going to work for everyone.
But it did give peace of mind to people who wanted to rent out some or all of their space. (And as the Premier noted at the time, there are a lot of people with extra space … more
September 18, 2025 at 12:27 PM
Oh, I am sad to see the news about Ken Dryden’s passing.

Ken was a hero to so many Canadians. He was a hockey legend, a best-selling author, a lawyer, a broadcaster and sports executive, a political leader — really, a gentleman and a scholar.
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September 6, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Just a quick reminder that today is Burger to Beat MS day at A&W Restaurants in Canada, when you can buy a Teen Burger™ to help support the fight against Multiple Sclerosis.

Canada has the highest rate of MS in the world, with 1 in 400 Canadians living with the disease.
#burgerstobeatMS
August 21, 2025 at 2:13 PM
NS govt finally releases JRTA report.
🚍 Nova Scotia has released its first Regional Transportation Plan, a long-term framework for safer, more connected and sustainable travel across the region. Full report:

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#NovaScotia #Transport
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August 20, 2025 at 10:36 AM
Ooh-là-là! Yesterday, prompted by a post by MP @BraedonClark, I popped in to Le Marché Parisien, a new boulangerie/café/épicerie in Bedford.
The owners were gracious as I practiced my (extremely) rusty French to order raspberry tarts, a chocolate roll and some fruit danishes. (More)
August 6, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Health Canada has issued a recall for certain “baby nests” — and is warning parents to “stop using immediately.”
You can find the story over at C T V, or the government recall at: recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-rec...
August 3, 2025 at 10:24 PM
With *much respect* to former president Barack Obama, but he’s dead wrong, and I feel strongly enough to post my disagreement.
Ketchup — particularly ketchup made from lucious Canadian tomatoes 🍅 — belongs on all kinds of things. Like hot dogs 🌭. And meatloaf. And toasted western 🥪 sandwiches.
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July 24, 2025 at 4:07 PM
This is the weirdest letter I’ve seen in some time, & I’ve seen some doozies.

Do they think that we started these wildfires on purpose? Do they think we can control them? Do they understand how wildfires work? (1/4)
July 9, 2025 at 8:54 PM
I don’t know if this is a Tiger Lily, but we have them all around our backyard. And this is the the first one to blossom this year— #flowersofBluesky #Bedfordgardens #idontknowanythingaboutgardening
July 6, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Happy Canada Day!! 🇨🇦

If you’re looking for a fun thing to do tonight, check out the Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo! Tickets are still available for the final night.

We attended last night & there were some truly
Impressive performances — including the Rising Tide ☘️Irish Dance of Bedford!
July 1, 2025 at 10:23 AM
Just heard that former MP, cabinet minister and former astronaut Marc Garneau has passed away after a brief illness.
He was only 76 years old.
I remember he had so much time for students — who were always curious about his time as our first Cdn in space.
Marc was a gracious, thoughtful person,
June 4, 2025 at 10:28 PM
And you may be able to access our mental health resources from the US too:
Here's a list of #MentalHealth 📞resources in 🇨🇦#Canada

Suicide Crisis Helpline 9-8-8

Crisis Services #Canada 1-833-456-4566

Kids Help Phone 1-800-668-6868

Suicide Prevention Centre 1-833-456-4566

First Nations - Hope for Wellness 1‑855‑242-3310

National Indian Residential School 1-866-925-4419
May 29, 2025 at 7:58 PM
It may be hard for our neighbours to the south to get accurate health info these days. You can find it on our government of Canada websites (also mental health info too). ♥️
To our American friends who may now be struggling to find health information on US websites: Please check out the Public Health Agency of Canada's website for helpful resources, updated dashboards & practical health tips.

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May 29, 2025 at 7:57 PM
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Nearly 70 years since the Sovereign first opened Parliament, we welcomed Their Majesties back to Canada — a nation proud of its roots and with a bold, ambitious plan for its future.
May 28, 2025 at 7:14 PM
If you were collecting stamps at the Superstore for their line of pots — they have WOKS in again at last. I zipped in this morning to the Bedford location to get one. While quantities last.
May 29, 2025 at 12:10 PM
At MM Mall in Dartmouth today, I noticed NS Public Health running a Measles vaccination clinic there. Nearly every chair was full.

Two thumbs up 👍🏻👍🏻 to NS Health, NS Public Health, the folks staffing the clinic — they’ve been going flat out — and the Nova Scotians getting their vaccinations…
May 18, 2025 at 11:04 PM
Might be time to get off a certain platform…
May 16, 2025 at 10:57 AM
BIG *congratulations* to the Nova Scotians sworn into Canada’s federal cabinet today!

My former provincial cabinet colleague & MP, @lena4halifaxwest is Canada’s new immigration minister. Lena’s capacity for hard work will serve her well there!
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#canadastrong
May 13, 2025 at 6:23 PM
May 5, 2025 at 10:13 AM
Our little Yoda says: “May the Fourth be with you.”

And we say “Happy 18- month birthday, wee Kelly!”

(Photo taken May 4, 2024. She’s much bigger now.)
#StarWarsDay
#Maythe4th
May 4, 2025 at 11:39 AM
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A strong, independent, and free press both defines and defends our values as Canadians.

Now more than ever, we need to protect our public forums and defend strong and reliable Canadian voices. #WorldPressFreedomDay
May 3, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Those of us who breathed a sigh of relief on Monday night may want to check out this article over at The Tyee.
We have more work to do….
May 3, 2025 at 8:37 PM
Advance polls for the federal election have now ended. 🗳️

You have one more day to vote before Election Day: today, Tuesday April 22, there is a special poll, but only until 6 p.m.

You will need to go to your local returning office to vote. In my riding, that’s at 11 Glendale Ave in Lwr Sackville
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Elections Canada is the independent, non-partisan agency responsible for conducting federal elections and referendums.
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April 22, 2025 at 12:21 PM