meet our honey-do crew!
Keith mcdonnell
denaige mcdonnell
Keith mcdonnell
Owner
Keith is the driving force behind Honey-Do Crew, overseeing day-to-day operations, project planning, and customer relationships. As the primary point of contact for many clients, he's committed to providing honest advice, responsive service, and quality workmanship on every project.
xavier vasseur
denaige mcdonnell
Keith mcdonnell
Operations Supervisor
Known as the crew's jack-of-all-trades, Xavier brings a broad range of hands-on experience across construction, gutter installation, windows, concrete, plumbing, electrical, and property maintenance. Whether it's solving an unexpected challenge or helping a project come together, he's a key part of delivering the reliable service Honey-Do Crew is known for.
denaige mcdonnell
denaige mcdonnell
denaige mcdonnell
Business Director
Denaige helps keep Honey-Do Crew running smoothly behind the scenes while supporting clients and projects wherever needed. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for quality finishes, she oversees business operations, marketing, administration, and project coordination, while also serving as the team's paint and coatings specialist.
arcana shanks
denaige mcdonnell
denaige mcdonnell
Finance Coordinator
Arcana keeps the financial side of Honey-Do Crew organized and on track. From bookkeeping and invoicing to accounts and administrative support, she helps ensure the business runs smoothly behind the scenes so the rest of the team can focus on serving clients and delivering quality work.
Our Story: A Legacy of Connection and Care
NOVA SCOTIA ROOTS
The Honey-Do Crew’s story is deeply rooted in the history and heart of Nova Scotia’s South Shore. Keith traces his family lineage back to Michael Wrayton, his great-great-grandfather, whose legacy as a lighthouse keeper on Stoddart Island shines brightly to this day.
Michael Wrayton immigrated to Nova Scotia in 1831 from Dublin, Ireland, surviving a harrowing voyage aboard the brig Mary that ended with the ship striking a shoal in Barrington Harbour. Settling in Doctor’s Cove, he built a life steeped in resilience, hard work, and service to the community.
In the 1860s, Michael purchased Stoddart Island, where he tended a lighthouse that guided mariners safely into Stoddart Harbour. Known affectionately as “Emerald Isle” after his Irish homeland, the island became a beacon of safety and hope for sailors navigating the South Shore’s rugged coastline.
This spirit of service runs through Keith’s veins. Like his great-great-grandfather before him, Keith is committed to helping his community by providing reliable, trustworthy service with a personal touch. The Honey-Do Crew was born out of this legacy—a passion for serving neighbors and ensuring the small but essential tasks of life are handled with care.
We are proud to call Nova Scotia home and carry forward a family tradition of dedication to the people who make this place so special. Just like Michael Wrayton’s light guided mariners safely home, the Honey-Do Crew is here to make life a little brighter and easier for families across the South Shore.