Trevor Poirier nominated as NSNDP Chéticamp-Margarees-Pleasant Bay Candidate

Chéticamp – Today, Nova Scotia’s NDP announced Trevor Poirier will be the Party’s candidate in the upcoming byelection in Chéticamp-Margarees-Pleasant Bay.

Poirier works in long-term care at Foyer Père Fiset and is the President of CUPE Local 2031.

“As a long term care worker, Trevor knows first hand how the Houston government’s choices have created challenges for Chéticamp-Margarees-Pleasant Bay,” said NSNDP Leader Claudia Chender. “No government can fix health care without supporting the workers who take care of our parents and grandparents across the province. Trevor knows that we all do better when we look after one another and that’s why he’s putting his name forward for the NDP.

“People have given the Houston government the benefit of the doubt but instead of helping Nova Scotians they have made serious cuts that disproportionately hurt Acadian culture, tourism, and local jobs. Enough is enough. We need a government that understands the challenges and opportunities of this new riding.”

Poirier was announced as the candidate in the newly created Chéticamp-Margarees-Pleasant Bay seat on Monday ahead of Chender’s visit to the region later this week for his campaign launch event on Friday May 15.

“I know this community and am ready to be a voice for our neighbours and families. I’m committed to listening to your concerns, supporting local businesses, and working together so we’re all better off,” said Poirier. “I believe in Claudia Chender and her commitment to a Nova Scotia where everyone can build the life they want here at home.”

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