Giv'er Saint John
$136 million invested in Port Saint John
The provincial and federal governments have jointly invested more than $136 million to modernize Port Saint John’s west side terminals. “The provincial and federal investment in Port Saint John will create thousands of jobs. It will also help ensure that New Brunswick businesses are able to export and import competitively,” said Premier Brian Gallant. The…
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YMCA Yoga Instructor Course
Do you have a regular yoga practice? Are you interested in developing a deeper knowledge of yoga and its history? Join us and build on your foundation to create a lifelong learning journey through the YMCA Group Fitness Yoga Leader certification offered this summer! Pre-requisites for Participation 16 years of age at the time of…
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Poem – The King of the Taxis
THE KING OF THE TAXIS The King Of The Taxis shouted with pride … “YOU’LL SEE FOR YOURSELF WHEN WE METER YOUR RIDE!” You will SEE that it’s fair. You will NOT take the bus. You will SOON stop the worry and ALL of the fuss. So, spread it on Facebook. Dispel all your fears.…
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Senior Goodwill Ambassadors Appointed
Thirty senior goodwill ambassadors have been appointed to engage seniors, their families and communities in supporting wellness, active living and independence for seniors in New Brunswick. “Our senior goodwill ambassadors are dedicated volunteers who participate in community events or programs to promote inclusion and healthy aging,” said Seniors and Long-Term Care Minister Lisa Harris. “They…
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Algonquin Golf Course to Undergo Multi-Million Dollar Upgrade
Gerry Chase, president and COO of New Castle Hotels & Resorts, announced yesterday that top Canadian golf course architect Rod Whitman will lead a generational repositioning of the Algonquin Resort’s highly acclaimed course. Whitman most recently gained world renown for his work on Nova Scotia’s Cabot Links, the top course in Canada and winner of…
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Fundy Trail Summer Concert Series
Every Sunday in July and August, the Fundy Trail Parkway is hosting FREE concerts from 2-4 pm. Bring a lawn chair and relax as you listen to some incredible local sounds! Concerts are held in the field above the sawmill at Parking Lot 6. The summer concert series began last Sunday July 3rd, 2016 with…
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Sophia Recovery Centre to be supported by Friar Sisters annual Concert
Congratulations to the Sophia Recovery Centre on being chosen as the organization to be supported by this year’s annual Friar Sisters fundraiser concert! The fundraising concert will happen on November 28, 2016 at the Imperial Theatre. Now in its 13th year, the Friar Sisters concert supports a different organization annually and all proceeds go to the chosen group.…
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Traffic Advisory: Hickey Road
Beginning this Thursday, July 7th, 2016 and lasting through to the end of August, Saint John motorists are advised of the following traffic interruption: Street: Hickey Road, from Heather Way to Loch Lomond Road Date: The road closure will begin on Thursday, July 7 and is expected to remain in effect until late August. Duration:…
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Enjoy Canada Day in Saint John!
Enjoy Canada Day in Saint John! All events are free and take place rain or shine! Art in the Park & Charity Bingo King’s Square comes alive at 7 am with artisanship from a variety of mediums and genres, including local entertainment. You may also try your luck at the charity bingo; this year, the…
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Canadian Tire New Dealer Owner Welcomed
The Canadian Tire at 400 Westmorland Road in Saint John has new dealer owner. Congratulations and welcome to Peter House (pictured on the left)! Best wishes to the previous location’s dealer owner, Darrell Stewart (pictured on the right), who has moved to Ontario to own a dealer there.
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Completion of Spruce Lake Barge Facility Celebrated
Saint John Industrial Parks officials joined provincial and federal government representatives yesterday to celebrate the completion of the Spruce Lake barge facility, anticipated by the industrial fabrication sector. “This barge facility will definitely place us on the map as it will generate economic development opportunities for advanced manufacturing sector tenants and potential new tenants to…
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Province receives A+ credit rating
Standard and Poor’s, a global credit rating agency, announced last week that New Brunswick has maintained an A+ credit rating on modest improvement in budgetary performance and exceptional liquidity. “Our government has been hard at work addressing New Brunswick’s fiscal challenges, and the stable outlook from bond-rating agencies is a clear demonstration of that,” said Finance…
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