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UNB-dominated Crew Tackles “Epic” Film Shoot for Upcoming Release

By Giv'er Fredericton / July 9, 2016

A new film set for release this fall drew together University of New Brunswick professors, staff, alumni and students in a unique adaptation of a short story from a book that recently captured the top award at the East Coast Literary Awards.

Protect yourself against Lyme disease

By Giv'er Fredericton / May 22, 2016

New Brunswickers are reminded to protect themselves against Lyme disease. “I encourage New Brunswickers to get outside, be active and play this summer while ensuring they take the appropriate precautions to avoid being bitten by blacklegged ticks,” said Dr. Jennifer Russell, acting chief medical officer of health.

May is Sexual Assault Awareness Month

By Giv'er Fredericton / May 21, 2016

Premier Brian Gallant, who is also minister responsible for Women’s Equality, reminds New Brunswickers that May is Sexual Assault Awareness Month in the province.

13th annual Walk for Alzheimer’s – Sunday, May 29th

By Giv'er Fredericton / May 3, 2016

On Sunday, May 29th, New Brunswickers in 15 communities will be coming together to celebrate the 13th annual Alzheimer Society of New Brunswick’s “Walk for Alzheimer’s.” The Walk for Alzheimer’s is the Alzheimer Society’s signature grassroots event that brings much needed funds and public awareness to Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Funds raised at the […]

National Emergency Preparedness Week May 1-7

By Giv'er Fredericton / May 2, 2016

The following message was issued by Justice and Public Safety Minister Stephen Horsman in recognition of National Emergency Preparedness Week, May 1-7: Taking action to protect you and your family in the event of an emergency begins before an emergency happens.

ACOA Supports Pilot Project to Commercialize UNB Technologies

By Giv'er Fredericton / May 1, 2016

Fredericton MP Matt DeCourcey was at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) last week for World Intellectual Property Day, to announce an investment of $500,000 for the Innovate@UNB pilot project led by the Office of Research Services (ORS). MP DeCourcey made the announcement on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA).

Forest-fire season began April 18th

By Giv'er Fredericton / April 21, 2016

Each year, the season begins on the third Monday of April and continues through until October 31st unless otherwise indicated. Anyone igniting a Category 1 fire (fires with a diameter of three metres or less) should ensure burning is allowed in that area. This can be done by calling the toll-free burn line at 1-866-458-8080 or by visiting the Department of Natural Resources’ website.

Free Tuition for Low-income & Middle-class Families

By Giv'er Fredericton / April 17, 2016

Premier Brian Gallant and Post-Secondary Education, Training, and Labour Minister Francine Landry have announced that through the Education and New Economy Fund, tuition will be free for New Brunswick students from low-income and many middle-class families.

Reminder: Minimum Wage to Increase on April 1st

By Giv'er Fredericton / March 31, 2016

New Brunswickers are reminded that the minimum wage will increase from $10.30 per hour to $10.65 per hour on April 1st, 2016. This marks the second increase to the minimum wage in New Brunswick since December 2014. The provincial government plans to further increase the minimum wage to $11 per hour by 2017 and thereafter by the rate of inflation.

Mactaquac Conversation Continues with Discussion Paper, Community Sessions

By Giv'er Fredericton / March 28, 2016

NB Power is inviting the public to a series of community-based dialogue sessions about the future of Mactaquac Generating Station, and encouraging informed dialogue with a new discussion paper focused on policy and technical considerations related to the decision.

UNB Researcher Nabs Innovation Prize for Pioneering Work on Energy Systems

By Giv'er Fredericton / March 23, 2016

Liuchen Chang, a professor of the department of electrical and computer engineering at the University of New Brunswick, is being recognized as one of the province’s top researchers. Dr. Chang is receiving a New Brunswick Innovation Foundation R3 Innovation award.

Local Rowers Attend Spring Training Down South in Georgia

By Giv'er Fredericton / March 16, 2016

Members of the Fredericton and Kennebecasis Rowing Clubs went south on the March Break for some spring training. Rowers took part in a week long provincial rowing camp in beautiful Richard B. Russell State Park in Elberton, Georgia.