Endorsements
We’re proud to have these endorsements from across Nova Scotia! Show your support for Amanda here.
Chester – St. Margaret’s
Yarmouth
Victoria – The Lakes
Kings North
Antigonish
Halifax-Chebucto
Guysborough-Tracadie
Acadie-Annapolis & Yarmouth
Lunenburg
Lunenburg West
Chester -St. Margaret’s
Dartmouth South
Timberlea-Prospect
Chester – St. Margaret’s
Clayton Park West
Inverness
Donna McCready
Chester -St. Margaret’s
“Before Nova Scotia’s Liberals can successfully contest an election, we need to rebuild and re-energize the Party, community by community and person by person. Amanda’s career has demonstrated her ability to lead change and renewal by inspiring people to work together with a focus on common values and goals. I believe Amanda understands both the challenges and the opportunities, and is prepared to lead the hard work of building a strong Party, one that’s ready to work with Nova Scotians to build a strong province.”
“Before Nova Scotia’s Liberals can successfully contest an election, we need to rebuild and re-energize the Party, community by community and person by person. Amanda’s career has demonstrated her ability to lead change and renewal by inspiring people to work together with a focus on common values and goals. I believe Amanda understands both the challenges and the opportunities, and is prepared to lead the hard work of building a strong Party, one that’s ready to work with Nova Scotians to build a strong province.”
Phil Mooney
Yarmouth
“I had the privilege of seeing Amanda Mombourquette’s leadership skills up close when we served together through the Nova Scotia Federation of Municipalities. From the start, I was impressed by her skills, energy, and genuine enthusiasm for bringing people together. Amanda approached every challenge with thoughtfulness and a spirit of collaboration. Her work in municipal government and experience with supporting business and growth through the Chamber of Commerce have proven her ability to achieve meaningful results for communities across our province.
“I had the privilege of seeing Amanda Mombourquette’s leadership skills up close when we served together through the Nova Scotia Federation of Municipalities. From the start, I was impressed by her skills, energy, and genuine enthusiasm for bringing people together. Amanda approached every challenge with thoughtfulness and a spirit of collaboration. Her work in municipal government and experience with supporting business and growth through the Chamber of Commerce have proven her ability to achieve meaningful results for communities across our province.
Amanda is exactly the leader the Nova Scotia Liberal Party needs at this moment. She combines practical experience with a positive vision for the future. It is exciting to see how she has already started the tough work of rebuilding our party and bringing Nova Scotians together. I am proud to support Amanda for Nova Scotia Liberal Leader and encourage others to join me.”
Martin MacKinnon
Victoria-The Lakes
“I believe that Amanda is the right person to lead the Liberal Party and Nova Scotia.
Her positive energy and straightforward approach will allow us to set a new direction for a better future, not just opposition to the current government.
Amanda’s ability to listen has been a factor in her success as a collaborative leader in business and government. Her municipal experience gives her an appreciation of the issues that matter to most Nova Scotians every day, and she understands how those issues interact with province-wide challenges like economic development, healthcare, or infrastructure.
Amanda recognizes the strength of our diversity. Her work in Richmond County, both with the Strait Area Chamber of Commerce and with the municipality, has focused on building a common vision from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
I know that Amanda has the skills to bring Liberals together as our leader. As our Premier, she will work with Nova Scotians and with the federal government to ensure that all Nova Scotians benefit from public policies.”
“I believe that Amanda is the right person to lead the Liberal Party and Nova Scotia.
Her positive energy and straightforward approach will allow us to set a new direction for a better future, not just opposition to the current government.
Amanda’s ability to listen has been a factor in her success as a collaborative leader in business and government. Her municipal experience gives her an appreciation of the issues that matter to most Nova Scotians every day, and she understands how those issues interact with province-wide challenges like economic development, healthcare, or infrastructure.
Amanda recognizes the strength of our diversity. Her work in Richmond County, both with the Strait Area Chamber of Commerce and with the municipality, has focused on building a common vision from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
I know that Amanda has the skills to bring Liberals together as our leader. As our Premier, she will work with Nova Scotians and with the federal government to ensure that all Nova Scotians benefit from public policies.”
Mike Curry
Kings North
“I believe that Amanda is the right person to lead the Liberal Party and Nova Scotia.
Her positive energy and straightforward approach will allow us to set a new direction for a better future, not just opposition to the current government.
Amanda’s ability to listen has been a factor in her success as a collaborative leader in business and government. Her municipal experience gives her an appreciation of the issues that matter to most Nova Scotians every day, and she understands how those issues interact with province-wide challenges like economic development, healthcare, or infrastructure.
Amanda recognizes the strength of our diversity. Her work in Richmond County, both with the Strait Area Chamber of Commerce and with the municipality, has focused on building a common vision from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
I know that Amanda has the skills to bring Liberals together as our leader. As our Premier, she will work with Nova Scotians and with the federal government to ensure that all Nova Scotians benefit from public policies.”
“It has been my pleasure to meet and get to know Amanda through this leadership campaign. She has the rare ability to form quick, genuine connections with those around her by allowing them to be heard, respected, and appreciated. I firmly believe she will continue to build those connections and use them to strengthen our party.
Amanda is the right person to bring the Liberal Party forward through a period of renewal. She brings the experience to lead, the tenacity to fight for what she believes in, and, perhaps most importantly, the willingness to listen to those around her and bring the best ideas forward for Nova Scotians.
Amanda has also demonstrated a strong commitment to rural communities, understanding that the challenges and opportunities facing rural Nova Scotia are different and too often overlooked by the current government. She will be a strong and determined voice for those communities, and I am proud to give her my endorsement.“
Margaret Gillis
Antigonish
“Young people, rural communities, and so many others in Nova Scotia are feeling the effects of this government’s cuts and choices. We need someone who understands the realities of building a life here.
Amanda has been in our shoes. She understands the challenges facing young Nova Scotians, the pressures facing rural communities, and what it feels like to wonder whether your government is working for you.
I know she will listen, advocate, and fight for Nova Scotians from all walks of life and every corner of our province. I’m proud to give her my endorsement.”
“Young people, rural communities, and so many others in Nova Scotia are feeling the effects of this government’s cuts and choices. We need someone who understands the realities of building a life here.
Amanda has been in our shoes. She understands the challenges facing young Nova Scotians, the pressures facing rural communities, and what it feels like to wonder whether your government is working for you.
I know she will listen, advocate, and fight for Nova Scotians from all walks of life and every corner of our province. I’m proud to give her my endorsement.”
Gerard Bray
Halifax-Chebucto
We need a leader who prioritizes our renewal. A focused renewal that will energize Liberals while also attracting and engaging new members to offer strong opposition across the province, build the trust of Nova Scotians, and win the next general election.
There are great minds ready and able to support this party moving forward but they need to know their voice will be heard at the table. I have already witnessed Amanda putting in the work to make that happen and I believe she is the right person to lead us into the future.”
“We need a leader who prioritizes our renewal. A focused renewal that will energize Liberals while also attracting and engaging new members to offer strong opposition across the province, build the trust of Nova Scotians, and win the next general election.
There are great minds ready and able to support this party moving forward but they need to know their voice will be heard at the table. I have already witnessed Amanda putting in the work to make that happen and I believe she is the right person to lead us into the future.”
Warden James Fuller
Guysborough – Tracadie
“I have witnessed Amanda’s commitment not only to her local constituents, but to the region as a whole. Her ability to see past the rhetoric and focus on the real concerns of our friends and neighbours is the unmistakable mark of a true leader. She doesn’t get distracted by the outrage of the day; she stays the course and remains grounded in her beliefs, always working for the benefit of all.
An opposition leader without achievable goals or a plan, but only empty words, changes nothing. Amanda has goals and a plan, and is ready and able to lead from day one.”
There are great minds ready and able to support this party moving forward but they need to know their voice will be heard at the table. I have already witnessed Amanda putting in the work to make that happen and I believe she is the right person to lead us into the future.”
“I have witnessed Amanda’s commitment not only to her local constituents, but to the region as a whole. Her ability to see past the rhetoric and focus on the real concerns of our friends and neighbours is the unmistakable mark of a true leader. She doesn’t get distracted by the outrage of the day; she stays the course and remains grounded in her beliefs, always working for the benefit of all.
An opposition leader without achievable goals or a plan, but only empty words, changes nothing. Amanda has goals and a plan, and is ready and able to lead from day one.”
There are great minds ready and able to support this party moving forward but they need to know their voice will be heard at the table. I have already witnessed Amanda putting in the work to make that happen and I believe she is the right person to lead us into the future.”
Shannon Goudey
Guysborough – Tracadie
“For more than 30 years as an active Liberal, I’ve worked at the grassroots level, served in a number of roles within our local association, participated in leadership and election campaigns, and worked alongside dedicated Liberals throughout our province.
I’ve learned that strong political parties are built from the ground up. Our EDAs, volunteers and members are the people who know their communities best. They are the people who knock on doors, make the phone calls, organize events, raise money and, most importantly, listen to Nova Scotians.
That is why Amanda’s commitment to rebuilding our EDAs and reconnecting with our membership resonates so strongly with me.
Amanda understands that we cannot simply wait for an election and expect our organization to be ready. Her commitment to election readiness, campaign schools, volunteer development, better communication with EDAs, improved fundraising support and a stronger connection between the membership and our Caucus is exactly the kind of practical leadership our party needs.
I particularly appreciate her commitment to meeting with all 56 EDAs, developing a strategic plan tailored to individual ridings, creating a party-wide volunteer strategy, and establishing better tools for communication and information-sharing among EDAs.
These ideas address challenges that many of us have experienced firsthand at the local level.
I believe Amanda understands the importance of making members feel part of the party—not simply people who are contacted when an election is called.
Amanda has demonstrated that she is prepared to listen, to travel throughout Nova Scotia, to work collaboratively and to build the relationships necessary to bring our party back together.
I believe the party needs a leader who will listen to our members, strengthen our grassroots organization, support our volunteers and prepare us to win the next election.
For those reasons, I am proud to endorse Amanda Mombourquette for Leader of the Nova Scotia Liberal Party.
I encourage fellow Liberals to take a close look at Amanda’s vision for our party and to consider what we can accomplish by rebuilding together.
It’s time to rebuild. It’s time to reconnect. And I believe Amanda is the right person to lead us forward.“
John Robart
Lunenburg
“As a longtime President of Lunenburg EDA, I am encouraged by Amanda’s detailed plan to rebuild and reinvigorate our provincial Liberal Party. She understands that we need strong EDAs to build a strong Party and that every EDA needs a plan for election readiness.
In her career, she has shown leadership and the ability to build and strengthen organizations in both business and government environments. I’m especially impressed by her work in rebuilding the Strait Area Chamber of Commerce and restoring both good governance and public trust in Richmond County Council.
I am happy to endorse Amanda for the leadership of our party, and I look forward to helping with the implementation of her plan for party renewal.”
“As a longtime President of Lunenburg EDA, I am encouraged by Amanda’s detailed plan to rebuild and reinvigorate our provincial Liberal Party. She understands that we need strong EDAs to build a strong Party and that every EDA needs a plan for election readiness.
In her career, she has shown leadership and the ability to build and strengthen organizations in both business and government environments. I’m especially impressed by her work in rebuilding the Strait Area Chamber of Commerce and restoring both good governance and public trust in Richmond County Council.
I am happy to endorse Amanda for the leadership of our party, and I look forward to helping with the implementation of her plan for party renewal.”
Mark Eisner
Lunenburg West
“As a life long Nova Scotian Liberal, I am inspired by Amanda’s vision.
Her exceptional commitment to community has been a hallmark of her career and her leadership. Her business degree from St. FX, combined with her experience in community and economic development, bring a deep understanding of the vital role of small businesses in our economy and our culture. Her experience in local government and engagement as Warden and Deputy Warden in Richmond County gives her a deeper connection with the issues people are facing in our communities.
She is a strong advocate for Nova Scotians.
Amanda’s recent policy announcement on rebuilding our Liberal Party included definite actions and timelines, proving that Amanda will walk the walk not just talk the talk.”
“As a life long Nova Scotian Liberal, I am inspired by Amanda’s vision.
Her exceptional commitment to community has been a hallmark of her career and her leadership. Her business degree from St. FX, combined with her experience in community and economic development, bring a deep understanding of the vital role of small businesses in our economy and our culture. Her experience in local government and engagement as Warden and Deputy Warden in Richmond County gives her a deeper connection with the issues people are facing in our communities.
She is a strong advocate for Nova Scotians.
Amanda’s recent policy announcement on rebuilding our Liberal Party included definite actions and timelines, proving that Amanda will walk the walk not just talk the talk.”
Leo Blain
Chester-St. Margaret’s
I am happy to support Amanda as Leader of the Nova Scotia Liberal Party.
Amanda has been a Liberal for more than 30 years, and her career reflects her commitment to the values we share: fiscal responsibility, inclusive communities, and a strong economy.
As a political leader in Richmond County, she accepted the challenge of rebuilding trust and establishing strong governance practices. Her re-election speaks to her success in doing both.
We need a leader who has faced tough situations, whose strong, creative leadership has not only resolved the issues but has built strength and resilience going forward.
Amanda’s career has prepared her to lead us in rebuilding the Liberal Party so we can work with her to return to a fiscally responsible government that addresses the needs of Nova Scotians first.
I am happy to support Amanda as Leader of the Nova Scotia Liberal Party.
Amanda has been a Liberal for more than 30 years, and her career reflects her commitment to the values we share: fiscal responsibility, inclusive communities, and a strong economy.
As a political leader in Richmond County, she accepted the challenge of rebuilding trust and establishing strong governance practices. Her re-election speaks to her success in doing both.
We need a leader who has faced tough situations, whose strong, creative leadership has not only resolved the issues but has built strength and resilience going forward.
Amanda’s career has prepared her to lead us in rebuilding the Liberal Party so we can work with her to return to a fiscally responsible government that addresses the needs of Nova Scotians first.
Hon. Sandy Jolly
Dartmouth South
“I have witnessed Amanda’s commitment not only to her local constituents, but to the region as a whole. Her ability to see past the rhetoric and focus on the real concerns of our friends and neighbours is the unmistakable mark of a true leader. She doesn’t get distracted by the outrage of the day; she stays the course and remains grounded in her beliefs, always working for the benefit of all.
An opposition leader without achievable goals or a plan, but only empty words, changes nothing. Amanda has goals and a plan, and is ready and able to lead from day one.”
There are great minds ready and able to support this party moving forward but they need to know their voice will be heard at the table. I have already witnessed Amanda putting in the work to make that happen and I believe she is the right person to lead us into the future.”
“As a longtime President of Lunenburg EDA, I am encouraged by Amanda’s detailed plan to rebuild and reinvigorate our provincial Liberal Party. She understands that we need strong EDAs to build a strong Party and that every EDA needs a plan for election readiness.
In her career, she has shown leadership and the ability to build and strengthen organizations in both business and government environments. I’m especially impressed by her work in rebuilding the Strait Area Chamber of Commerce and restoring both good governance and public trust in Richmond County Council.
I am happy to endorse Amanda for the leadership of our party, and I look forward to helping with the implementation of her plan for party renewal.”
Joanna Mirsky-Wexler
Timberlea-Prospect
“I’ve had the pleasure of getting to know Amanda over the last few months, to knock on doors with her for the Liberals, and to see her in action in meetings and events. I am confident that Amanda is the leader we need for the Nova Scotia Liberals, because the starting point for our party rebuild is the plan, values and network that she brings to the table.
When Amanda arrived at the campaign office to knock doors for the Cheticamp By-election, she said, “I came here to work!” This is who she is.
Amanda has a long track record of doing that in municipal politics, the Chamber of Commerce, and at NSCC. She has a decisive plan already in place, one that starts from our roots. Engaging our EDAs and commissions is a pillar of Amanda’s plan, with a volunteer strategy to amplify what we can accomplish together.
The Liberals have a long proud history here in Nova Scotia, and getting back to government will be about both strengthening our longheld ties, and forging new relationships, from Young Liberals to the Seniors Commission.
Amanda is a smart, strong activator, and she continues to show up to do her part, all over the province.
I am proud to endorse Amanda for Leader of the Nova Scotia Liberal Party.
Its time.“
“I’ve had the pleasure of getting to know Amanda over the last few months, to knock on doors with her for the Liberals, and to see her in action in meetings and events. I am confident that Amanda is the leader we need for the Nova Scotia Liberals, because the starting point for our party rebuild is the plan, values and network that she brings to the table.
When Amanda arrived at the campaign office to knock doors for the Cheticamp By-election, she said, “I came here to work!” This is who she is.
Amanda has a long track record of doing that in municipal politics, the Chamber of Commerce, and at NSCC. She has a decisive plan already in place, one that starts from our roots. Engaging our EDAs and commissions is a pillar of Amanda’s plan, with a volunteer strategy to amplify what we can accomplish together.
The Liberals have a long proud history here in Nova Scotia, and getting back to government will be about both strengthening our longheld ties, and forging new relationships, from Young Liberals to the Seniors Commission.
Amanda is a smart, strong activator, and she continues to show up to do her part, all over the province.
I am proud to endorse Amanda for Leader of the Nova Scotia Liberal Party.
Its time.“
Sara Filbee
Chester – St. Margaret’s
I am very happy to support Amanda as Leader of the Nova Scotia Liberal Party.
As a Liberal and lifelong Nova Scotian, I have always believed that our party is at its best when it brings together thoughtful, practical people who are prepared to listen, learn, and work for the common good. Amanda brings that spirit to public life. She offers a pragmatic, fresh perspective, grounded in her experience as an educator and in her commitment to the communities she has served.
Amanda shares the values that have long mattered to me: fiscal responsibility, inclusive and welcoming communities, a healthy environment, and a strong, sustainable economy. Just as importantly, she understands that these priorities are not always easy to balance. Good leadership requires listening to different perspectives, making decisions based on evidence, and finding practical ways forward when the choices are difficult.
Her experience as a political leader in Richmond County has given her an important understanding of what it takes to earn and rebuild trust. She has demonstrated that she can bring people together, lead an effective team, and establish strong governance practices. Her re-election speaks to the confidence she was able to build with the people she represented.
At this point in our party’s history, we need a leader who has faced difficult challenges and who has the strength, resilience, and openness to learn from them. We need someone who can look to the past without being bound by it, and who is willing to consider new ideas and new approaches.
I believe Amanda has those qualities. She has the experience, ability, values, and resilience to lead us as we rebuild the Nova Scotia Liberal Party and renew its role in the life of our province. Most importantly, I believe she will keep the needs of Nova Scotians at the centre of that work.
That is why I am proud to support Amanda for Leader of the Nova Scotia Liberal Party
I am very happy to support Amanda as Leader of the Nova Scotia Liberal Party.
As a Liberal and lifelong Nova Scotian, I have always believed that our party is at its best when it brings together thoughtful, practical people who are prepared to listen, learn, and work for the common good. Amanda brings that spirit to public life. She offers a pragmatic, fresh perspective, grounded in her experience as an educator and in her commitment to the communities she has served.
Amanda shares the values that have long mattered to me: fiscal responsibility, inclusive and welcoming communities, a healthy environment, and a strong, sustainable economy. Just as importantly, she understands that these priorities are not always easy to balance. Good leadership requires listening to different perspectives, making decisions based on evidence, and finding practical ways forward when the choices are difficult.
Her experience as a political leader in Richmond County has given her an important understanding of what it takes to earn and rebuild trust. She has demonstrated that she can bring people together, lead an effective team, and establish strong governance practices. Her re-election speaks to the confidence she was able to build with the people she represented.
At this point in our party’s history, we need a leader who has faced difficult challenges and who has the strength, resilience, and openness to learn from them. We need someone who can look to the past without being bound by it, and who is willing to consider new ideas and new approaches.
I believe Amanda has those qualities. She has the experience, ability, values, and resilience to lead us as we rebuild the Nova Scotia Liberal Party and renew its role in the life of our province. Most importantly, I believe she will keep the needs of Nova Scotians at the centre of that work.
That is why I am proud to support Amanda for Leader of the Nova Scotia Liberal Party
Hon. Diana Whalen
Clayton Park West
“After watching Amanda’s debate performance and reviewing her plans to rebuild the Liberal Party, I feel very confident to endorse her for leader.
She has the energy, enthusiasm, and experience to lead the renewal of our party, and she clearly understands the hard work that will be involved.
Amanda’s experience in bringing diverse groups together around a common goal will be invaluable as we seek new ideas and new voices to support our traditional Liberal values of strong social programs and responsible fiscal policies.
I’m very happy to see her commitment to implementing the Toward Renewal report and building on it to make our party stronger, more responsive to the needs of current members, and more welcoming to new members.
Amanda’s political experience, combined with her roots in economic development and community building, give her a deep understanding of the connection between government policy and the individuals, communities, and businesses that are affected by that policy. I believe Amanda will be an exceptional leader for our party and an excellent Premier of Nova Scotia.”
“After watching Amanda’s debate performance and reviewing her plans to rebuild the Liberal Party, I feel very confident to endorse her for leader.
She has the energy, enthusiasm, and experience to lead the renewal of our party, and she clearly understands the hard work that will be involved.
Amanda’s experience in bringing diverse groups together around a common goal will be invaluable as we seek new ideas and new voices to support our traditional Liberal values of strong social programs and responsible fiscal policies.
I’m very happy to see her commitment to implementing the Toward Renewal report and building on it to make our party stronger, more responsive to the needs of current members, and more welcoming to new members.
Amanda’s political experience, combined with her roots in economic development and community building, give her a deep understanding of the connection between government policy and the individuals, communities, and businesses that are affected by that policy. I believe Amanda will be an exceptional leader for our party and an excellent Premier of Nova Scotia.”
Nadine Bernard
Inverness
“Amanda brings a hands-on approach to community, leadership, and relationship-building that is grounded in experience. She doesn’t simply speak about the importance of communities – she has spent her career working in them, listening to people, and bringing diverse perspectives together to find practical solutions. She has demonstrated this approach in her time as Warden of Richmond County, and she can do it again.
She has a depth of experience in rebuilding, economic and workforce development, applying a grassroots approach, working with Mi’kmaq communities, and understands that leadership starts with listening – all qualities we need right now in a party leader.
Amanda has a fresh set of unbiased eyes that can look at where we are today with a clear perspective and focus on rebuilding the foundation our party needs to be successful in the future.
Amanda’s combination of experience, commitment to community, and her proven record of rebuilding from the ground up, is why I am proud to endorse her to be the next leader of the Nova Scotia Liberal Party.”
“Amanda brings a hands-on approach to community, leadership, and relationship-building that is grounded in experience. She doesn’t simply speak about the importance of communities – she has spent her career working in them, listening to people, and bringing diverse perspectives together to find practical solutions. She has demonstrated this approach in her time as Warden of Richmond County, and she can do it again.
She has a depth of experience in rebuilding, economic and workforce development, applying a grassroots approach, working with Mi’kmaq communities, and understands that leadership starts with listening – all qualities we need right now in a party leader.
Amanda has a fresh set of unbiased eyes that can look at where we are today with a clear perspective and focus on rebuilding the foundation our party needs to be successful in the future.
Amanda’s combination of experience, commitment to community, and her proven record of rebuilding from the ground up, is why I am proud to endorse her to be the next leader of the Nova Scotia Liberal Party.”