Culture & Community
Investment in mental health support in schools
The Integrated Service Delivery model for providing mental health, addiction, intervention and social services to children and youth will expand to another 112 schools this fall, from Saint John to Sussex and in the Miramichi and Chaleur-Restigouche regions. “To ensure our children are getting the education they need and deserve, we must offer them more…
Read MoreJAMES MULLINGER HOSTS THE 2017 EAST COAST MUSIC AWARDS SHOW
The East Coast Music Association (ECMA) is excited to announce James Mullinger as host for the 2017 East Coast Music Awards Show taking place on Thursday, April 27, 2017 at Harbour Station in Saint John, NB. James Mullinger is a renowned comedian who has sold out the Imperial Theatre twice, appeared on CBC many times, produced three seasons of his own television series which…
Read MoreNBCC Saint John Campus receives infrastructure funding
The provincial and federal governments are investing a total of $15.89 million at NBCC Saint John campus for a new trade education facility. The funding is being provided though the Post-Secondary Institutions Strategic Investment Fund. “By working with the Trudeau government, we are getting things done to advance New Brunswickers priorities of economic growth, education…
Read MoreSea Belles Annual Dinner and Auction
The public is invited to attend Saint John SEA BELLES’ ANNUAL DINNER& AUCTION, Friday October 14th at the 3 Mile Steak and Rib House, 5 Golden Grove Road in Saint John. This event is always a big hit with many items on which to bid, a great meal and of course fabulous entertainment provided by the…
Read MoreCanadian Tire Show & Shine
Canadian Tire East at 400 Westmorland Road is having a Show & Shine today, Saturday September 17th, 2016 from 11 am to 3 pm. Registration will begin at 10 am. There will be prizes, live music, and a BBQ. Funds raised from this event will support the Saint John Boys and Girls Club and the…
Read MoreIt’s Showtime at the Imperial Theatre
Wayne Long, Member of Parliament (Saint John–Rothesay), today announced $150,000 in funding for the Imperial Theatre. He made this announcement on behalf of the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Canadian Heritage. “Since its opening in September 1913, Imperial Theatre has been an integral part of the Greater Saint John region. Its contribution to the artistic…
Read MoreNBCC announces new Chair of Board of Governors
The Board of Governors of New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) is proud to announce that Susan Murchison has been elected as the new Board Chair. During the Board’s Annual General Meeting on June 24th, the annual election of the Chair and Vice-Chair positions took place. Governor Susan Murchison was elected as Board Chair, and Governor…
Read MoreJust in Time for Culture Days: ArtsLink NB New HQ in Uptown Saint John
The ArtsLink NB Headquarters have moved to a more spacious and accessible office. Just in time for Culture Days, they are now sharing Suite 407 at 89 Canterbury Street with Third Space Gallery in Uptown Saint John. Their new digs include room for member-based programming such as readings, exhibitions, workshops and more. They plan to open up this…
Read MoreOpen Farm Day is Sunday September 18th
Sunday, September 18th, 2016 is Open Farm Day. Come rain or shine, many farms in all corners of the province will open up their gates to give you a free backstage pass to life on the farm. Visit one of the 55+ farms that are participating to see the hard work and dedication farmers contribute…
Read MoreBook Review: “The Call of the Ocean” by Jim Wellman
Flanker Press recently released an invaluable book penned by Jim Wellman of twenty-eight fascinating profiles of people who are (or were) involved with the modern ocean fishery industry in one way or another. There are stories of lives lived on the sea, lives lost at sea, lives saved at sea, boat builders, both young and old, women who fish & more.
Read MoreMazda Zoom Fest September 17th
King Mazda in Saint John is excited to announce that they will host their first annual Zoom Fest on Saturday September 17th from 10 am to 2:30 pm. All Mazda Enthusiasts from near and far are invited to come participate in this event and have fun showcasing their vehicles! There will be Live Music provided by the band…
Read MoreFestival 506 Coming to Miramichi this October
Miramichi will be the place to be this October as Festival (506) comes to the mighty river for the very first time! Thirty-eight bands and solo artists from all across New Brunswick will meet in the ‘Chi October 13th to 16th to take part in this event which has something for all music fans.
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