Bruce MacKinnon: John Hamm set high bar for fiscal management

Related: John Hamm leaves a lasting legacy in Nova Scotia Former premier served as the province’s leader from 1999 to 2006, best known for his work toward the Atlantic Accord John Hamm’s time as premier is remembered for many things, with balancing Nova...

Related: John Hamm leaves a lasting legacy in Nova Scotia Former premier served as the province’s leader from 1999 to 2006, best known for his work toward the Atlantic Accord John Hamm’s time as premier is remembered for many things, with balancing Nova Scotia’s budget and achieving a critical offshore revenue deal with the federal government among some of the highlights. However, those are just parts of the legacy he formed through his time in office. Hamm, who led the Progressive Conservatives from 1995 until 2006, died this week at the age of 88.

Following the news of his death, tributes and sentiments came from all over the political spectrum. Prime Minister Mark Carney called Hamm “a dedicated public servant” and praised his work as a “staunch advocate for Nova Scotia.” Premier Tim Houston praised his leadership skills and lasting impact on the province as its “tireless champion.”

NDP Leader Claudia Chender and Interim Liberal Leader Iain Rankin also shared condolences on the loss on social media. READ MORE Get Bruce MacKinnon’s latest editorial cartoon as soon as it drops, plus all the essential news when you sign up for news alerts with The Chronicle Herald. We’re always looking for interesting takes on this story, or any other issue that’s important to Nova Scotia.

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