Dave Ritcey
MLA
In the Legislature
Member Statements
My favorite part of being an MLA is talking to the community members and finding out what is on their mind. If you would like to talk to me, or a member of my team, please give us a call.
Dave Ritcey, MLA
MLA
For Truro-Bible Hill-Millbrook-Salmon River
The Honourable Dave Ritcey was first elected to the Nova Scotia House of Assembly for Truro-Bible Hill-Millbrook-Salmon River in a by-election in 2020 and was re-elected in 2021 and 2024.
Prior to becoming an MLA, Dave worked as a business development manager, food service manager, and a sports management executive.
"Whether you moved across the country or within our community, welcome to the Truro-Bible Hill-Millbrook-Salmon River constituency."
Dave Ritcey, MLA
New Recovery Support Centre Opens in Truro
A new walk-in recovery centre for substance use and gambling support is now open in Truro.
The MLA for Truro-Bible Hill-Millbrook-Salmon River Hon. Dave Ritcey, made today's announcement, on behalf of Addictions and Mental Health Minister Brian Comer.
The Truro centre is among the newest locations to open, along with centres in Amherst, Springhill and Yarmouth, bringing the total to twelve support centres across the province that are onboarding staff and offering support and services in their communities.
Recovery support centres (RSC) offer a variety of services depending on community need. Staff at these centres can include physicians, nurses, social workers and administrative support, providing services such as in-person assessments, group programs, harm reduction support, and recovery support.
The RSC teams help people develop recovery and relapse prevention plans while building skills to cope with cravings and improve overall wellness. They also connect people to other important services such as inpatient withdrawal management and community-based supports.
Quick Facts:
Recovery support centres supported more than 2,293 unique clients over 11,433 visits across the province as of June 30
Walk-in services are available across the province, with hours varying and expanding as clinical teams grow
Appointments can be made by calling 1-855-922-1122 or booking at https://prebooking.nshealth.ca/
Twelve recovery support centres are now operating across Nova Scotia
Additional Resources:
Recovery support centres: https://mha.nshealth.ca/en/services/recovery-support-centre
Mental Health and Addictions intake service: 1-855-922-1122
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Emergency Health Services Employees Honoured
Eighty-four Emergency Health Services (EHS) employees with 20 or more years of service were recognized today, September 16, for their commitment to keeping Nova Scotians safe.
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RSV Protection for More Nova Scotians
Infants under eight months and adults 75 years and older will soon have access to free protection against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Health and Wellness Minister Michelle Thompson made the announcement outside the Keshen Goodman Public Library in Halifax today, September 10.
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