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Planning for university: What the experience of recent graduates tell us
The Maritime Provinces Higher Education Commission today released an infographic comparing the experiences of recent university graduates to the expectations of today’s high school students. The commission believes that this information will be helpful to students and their families as they plan their university education. “Placing the actual experiences and outcomes of Maritime university graduates…
Read MoreGovernment launches business survey
The provincial government is asking New Brunswick’s business community how to further reduce red tape. A survey is being launched as part of Red Tape Awareness Week. “Your government understands what matters to New Brunswickers, and we congratulate New Brunswick’s small businesses on their hard work and dedication,” said Economic Development Minister Francine Landry. “While…
Read MoreNominations for the 2017 Lieutenant Governor’s NBYO Award are now open
Nominations for the 2017 Lieutenant Governor’s NBYO Award are now open until February 3rd, 2017. The New Brunswick Youth Orchestra created the NBYO distinction awards in 2006 on the occasion of its 40th anniversary as an annual awards program to recognize exemplary leadership and contribution to the development of the orchestra, the musical development of…
Read MoreCall to Artists – Public Art Pilot Project for Saint John West Elementary School
The Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture is calling on professional artists to submit proposals to design, create and install artwork at a new elementary school in Saint John, NB. The total project budget is $20,000 and the submission deadline for the Public Art Project is Friday, February 17, 2017 at 4:00 pm. The new…
Read MoreNB Annual Writing Competition goes Digital with $2600 in Prizes
The Writers’ Federation of New Brunswick (WFNB) encourages all New Brunswickers to submit their poems, stories or creative essays to its 2016-17 Writing Competition. The contest opened on December 9th, 2016. Deadline for entries is March 3, 2017. All submissions must be made electronically through the WFNB website at wfnb.ca/competitions. The competition awards…
Read MoreChristmas Fine Craft Festival
Looking for high quality, handmade gifts this holiday season? New Brunswick’s premier fine craft festival, is coming to Saint John this Friday, Saturday and Sunday (December 2nd, 3rd and 4th) at the Marco Polo Cruise Terminal! Showcasing fine craft by New Brunswick master craftspeople working in glass, leather, pottery, jewellery, metalworks, fine art, wood, fibre,…
Read MoreGet your ECMA 2017 Tickets & Passes Now
From April 26-30, 2017, Saint John, NB will come alive with Atlantic Canada’s biggest celebration of music. The East Coast Music Awards: Festival and Conference is an event like no other – get on the list as New Brunswick rocks out with thousands of cheering fans, musicians and industry reps! A wristband or pass is the best…
Read MoreStompy Bot Hiring
Saint John’s Stompy Bot Corporation is now hiring! They currently have openings for the following positions: GAME DESIGNER 3D ENVIRONMENT ARTIST GAME PROGRAMMER 3D ANIMATOR CONCEPT ARTIST UI/UX DESIGNER People living in or near Saint John would be ideal but applicants living anywhere in NB is feasible. Apply with resume and portfolio. Click here for…
Read MoreInvestment 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 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…
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