Business & Technology

“Mission Thrift Store” – The New Name for Bibles for Missions Thrift Store

By Giv'er Saint John / January 18, 2017

We’ve changed our name and modernized our look, but we have not changed what we believe in and who we are! We will continue to stand by our Purpose: “Serving to place the Living Word of God worldwide in Joint Ministry with Bible League Canada” At Mission Thrift Store, our mission is to save you…

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New Brunswick’s economy projected to grow in 2017

By Giv'er Saint John / January 5, 2017

The Conference Board of Canada recently announced a GDP growth projection of 0.2 per cent for New Brunswick in 2016 and 1.4 per cent for 2017. “New Brunswickers are working hard and it is showing,” said Premier Brian Gallant. “Because of the efforts of New Brunswick businesses, we have seen record economic growth in 2015…

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Winner in Olsen’s Meat and Produce Contest

By Giv'er Saint John / January 3, 2017

Congratulations to Donna Mc Donald! Donna is the most recent winner on our Saint John Online Facebook page where we frequently run contests. Our friends at Olsen’s Meat & Produce partnered with us to give one lucky person $50 worth of steak just in time for the holidays! Donna stopped by Olsen’s before Christmas to…

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From left: UNB Saint John vice-president Robert MacKinnon; former Promise Partnership ‎participant Kyle Rogers; Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour Minister Donald Arseneault; and Service New Brunswick Minister Ed Doherty.

Investment in Promise Partnership

By Giv'er Saint John / December 22, 2016

The provincial government has invested more than $216,000 in the Promise Partnership over the last two academic years at the University of New Brunswick’s (UNB) Saint John campus through the Access and Success program. “Your government believes that a well-educated workforce is essential to growing the economy and creating jobs. That is why we are…

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Make buying locally a holiday tradition

By Giv'er Saint John / December 15, 2016

The provincial government is urging the public to buy local as they purchase gifts and food for the holidays. Interested individuals may visit their local farmers market, or a local butcher or fish merchant as they prepare for holiday feasts. They may also purchase uniquely New Brunswick gifts. Following are some tips for including local…

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Minister promotes locally grown Christmas trees

By Giv'er Saint John / December 13, 2016

New Brunswickers are encouraged to spruce up their homes this holiday season by taking home local, sustainably grown Christmas trees. “Whether you buy from a retail vendor or harvest it yourself at a tree farm, choosing a sustainably grown, local Christmas tree is a fun and easy way to support New Brunswick’s farmers and your…

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Shop Local this Holiday Season

By Giv'er Saint John / December 12, 2016

New Brunswickers are encouraged to buy local during the 2016 holiday season. By choosing local and independent businesses for services, shopping, dining and other needs during the holidays, consumers not only enjoy a distinctive and personal experience, but also help build and strengthen communities and the economy. “Local businesses are the heart and soul of…

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Travelling for the Holidays? Beware of Surprise Fees

By Giv'er Saint John / December 11, 2016

  Tis the season again! The holiday peak travel season is taking off and if your celebrations involve anything like a family vacation, a romantic escape or a hometown round trip, you’re probably already browsing the web, seeking to take advantage of holiday specials. But you must resist the urge to pack your suitcase just…

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Sea Dogs 12 Days of Deals

By Giv'er Saint John / December 9, 2016

The Saint John Sea Dogs 12 Days of Deals is here! They’re offering a new in-store deal every day! Season Ticket holders receive an additional 20% off! Sea Dogs Styles will be open every day from now until December 23rd from 10 am to 5 pm and December 24th from 12 noon to 4 pm.…

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Franchising Opportunities in Saint John

By Giv'er Saint John / December 5, 2016

There is an immediate franchising opportunity for New York Fries in Saint John. To enquire about this opportunity please contact Courtney Hindorff by email at chindorff@cara.com or telephone 1-888-854-4402 ext 2018.

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East Coast Pub & Grill Prize Winner!

By Giv'er Saint John / November 5, 2016

Our friends at East Coast Pub & Grill partnered with us to offer a $50 gift certificate to one of our lucky fans. We had a huge response to our contest on Facebook with over 700 entries! Thanks so much for everyone’s support, but there can only be one winner … Congratulations to John Pomeroy!…

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Traffic Advisory: Commerce Drive

By Giv'er Saint John / October 30, 2016

Motorists are advised that starting Monday October 31st, 2016 at 6:30 am Commerce Drive will be reduced to one lane of traffic travelling from Westmorland Road. Port City Water Partners will be completing construction work, installing curbs and sidewalks as part of the construction phase of the City of Saint John’s Safe Clean Drinking Water…

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