Giv'er Saint John
Join Habitat for Humanity Carter Work Project from July 9-14th
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and his wife Rosalynn will be in Canada from July 9-14th for Habitat for Humanity’s 34th Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Project to help build 150 homes for Canada’s 150th anniversary – Habitat Canada’s biggest build project ever! Everyone in Canada has the right to a safe, affordable and decent…
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Launch of new seniors’ guide
The latest New Brunswick Seniors’ Guide to Services and Programs was released recently. “Fostering healthy aging and support for seniors is one of the seven pillars of the New Brunswick Family Plan framework,” said Seniors and Long-Term Care Minister Lisa Harris. “Your government is listening to you and getting things done. This guide is just…
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May is Bladder Cancer Awareness Month
May is Bladder Cancer Awareness Month. “Bladder cancer is the fifth most common cancer in Canada,” said Health Minister Victor Boudreau. “This month, I encourage New Brunswickers to learn more about the disease and to focus on living a healthy lifestyle to reduce their chance of being diagnosed with any cancer.” Bladder Cancer Canada is…
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Name of new Saint John elementary school announced
A $20 million school being built in Saint John will be named Seaside Park Elementary School. Premier Brian Gallant made the announcement at Havelock School recently. “Improving education is crucial for our economy and for the health of our families and communities,” said Gallant. “We are proud to be building the first new school in…
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Public Information Session: King Street Bus Lay-By Reconstruction
The City of Saint John will be undertaking the renewal of the concrete bus lay-by areas on the north and south sides of King Street near civic #52 (Tim Hortons). The work will involve excavating the existing concrete bus lay-by areas and replacing them with new reinforced concrete. The concrete curb and gutter will also…
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Saint John Common Council Initiates Real Estate Alignment to Drive Economic Development
Common Council has passed a resolution to signal it is giving the green light to the initial phase of a Real Estate Services alignment as outlined in the Roadmap for Smart Growth. The appointment of a contract Director of Strategic Real Estate Services (Director) will allow for evaluation and development of a new structure optimizing…
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New Business Opens: Marvellous Travel
Lena Biryukova, owner of the new business Marvellous Travel says, “The adventure of my life means I can help you go on the adventure of a lifetime.” Lena is originally from the Ukraine. She was born and raised in Kiev. Lena got her Masters in Economics and worked there for 15 years in the Travel industry. “In 2006, I…
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Sobeys Nutrition Events May 2017
Ready for new meal ideas? Check out what our Sobeys Dietitians are up to this month, May 2017, at Sobeys Extra East Point, Rothesay, and Saint John West! Taste & Learn Classes (FREE) Learn how to use different foods. Recipes and samples provided! Smoothies: Monday, May 8th, 1:00-2:00 pm, Rothesay Avocado: Thursday, May 18th, 11 am-…
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Corb Lund Solo NB Tour Kicks Off Tomorrow
Shivering Songs is proud to present Juno Award winner Corb Lund’s Solo New Brunswick tour. The Tour will bring him to Saint John May 3rd at Imperial Theatre, Moncton May 4th at the Tide & Boar Ballroom and Fredericton May 6th at The Fredericton Boyce Farmers’ Market. Goth girls to survivalists, bovines to bibles, antique pistols to vintage motorcycles: Alberta-born honky-tonker Corb Lund’s song craft covers it all. From a rustic retreat…
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PRESIDENT CUP FINAL BEGINS FRIDAY; TICKETS ON SALE FOR GAMES 1 & 2
The Saint John Sea Dogs will open the 2017 President Cup Final against the Blainville-Boisbriand Armada on Friday, May 5th, at Harbour Station. The QMJHL has released the full schedule for the best-of-seven series. Game 1 is Friday, May 5th while Game 2 is Saturday, May 6th. Both games start at 7 pm at Harbour…
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Celtic Life International celebrates 30 years!
Celtic Life International magazine is celebrating 30 years of “connecting the Celtic dots.” The bi-monthly magazine – which first published in conjunction with Nova Scotia’s International Gathering of the Clans in 1987 – showcases contemporary Celtic culture, with feature articles on the arts, cuisine, travel, history, heritage, and more. “Interest in Celtic culture has always been…
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Announcing the Saint John Theatre Company 2017-2018 Season
The Saint John Theatre Company (SJTC) is excited to share their 2017-2018 Season with you! This season’s SJTC Main Stage Series will feature It’s A Wonderful Life, Shakespeare In Love and Mamma Mia! Subscriptions are now on sale for the Main Stage line-up at the Imperial Theatre. SJTC is pleased to present an exciting line-up of treasured classics, a timeless comedy…
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