Health & Lifestyle

Saint John Spring Registration Expo April 13th

By Giv'er Saint John / March 14, 2016

Members of the general public are invited to attend the Saint John Spring/ Summer Registration Expo on Wednesday April 13, 2016 beginning at 6;30 pm. The Registration Expo is your one-stop-shop for those interested in registering for upcoming activities across Greater Saint John. Come learn about the many sports, recreation, arts, cultural and education programs and…

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26th Curl for Mental Health

By Giv'er Saint John / March 4, 2016

On Saturday, March 19th we will be celebrating our 26th Curl for Mental Health at Thistle St. Andrews Curling Club! So grab your mates and make this year’s fundraiser a sweeping success! Enjoy a day of food, friends, entertainment and fun – no experience is necessary. Teams are guaranteed two four-end games, pizza lunch, and…

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Sobeys Nutrition Events

Sobeys Dietitians Nutrition Events Schedule March 2016

By Giv'er Saint John / February 26, 2016

Ready for new meal ideas? Check out what our Sobeys Dietitians are up to this month! Sobeys Saint John West and Rothesay – MARCH 2016 MARCH IS NUTRITION MONTH Taste & Learn Classes (FREE class)!! Recipes and samples provided! TACOS: Friday, March 25th, 11:00 AM -12:00 PM Rothesay TACOS: Tuesday, March 29th, 11:00-12:00 Saint John…

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Breakthrough in “Big Image Data” at UNB-SJ

By UNB / February 21, 2016

Researchers at UNB’s Saint John campus have been collaborating with Yale School of Medicine and Harvard Medical School to find an efficient way to search biomedical images. With the new portal, Scientists will be able to significantly cut down on the time it takes researchers to find relevant scientific information.

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Sunwing Adds Orlando to Saint John Offerings for 2016

By Your Saint John Airport / February 12, 2016

Sunwing Vacations has announced its 2016 winter schedule from Saint John Airport, adding an additional destination – Orlando, to the line-up of direct flights from Saint John. Angela McLean, Saint John Airport Interim President & CEO, says the Airport is very pleased to see the addition of Orlando to the Sunwing line-up.

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Saint John “Champ” Benefits from Key Tag Service, Now in its 70th Year

By Giv'er Saint John / February 2, 2016

As The War Amps 2016 Key Tags are mailed to New Brunswick residents this week, the service marks 70 years of returning lost keys to their owners. Donations to the Key Tag Service assist members of The War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program, including Emma Coakley, 10, of Saint John. Emma was born a right…

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Saint John Energy is now renting Mini Split Ductless Heat Pumps

By Giv'er Saint John / January 31, 2016

Heather Shuve was anxiously awaiting the tweet that would reveal the beginning of the Saint John Energy Mini split rental program. She had seen the RFP for a contractor in the paper and knew that it wouldn’t be long before the installations began. On January 14th, she saw the tweet and quickly called to register…

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Sea Dogs to Donate Blood Tonight as Part of Community Rivalry Blood Drive

By Giv'er Saint John / January 25, 2016

Members of the Saint John Sea Dogs will be donating blood at a Canadian Blood Services clinic in Quispamsis tonight, Monday January 25th. It’s part of the team’s “Community Rivalry” blood drive, in conjunction with engineering firm Hatch Mott Mott MacDonald, Canadian Blood Services and the Moncton Wildcats. The blood drive runs through the end of…

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UNB Alumnus Creating Sustainable Energy in Rural Africa

By UNB / January 15, 2016

University of New Brunswick (UNB) alumnus, Caleb Grove (BSCE Mechanical, 2015), has begun a project through his startup, Mbissa Energy Systems, to develop sustainable energy systems for use in rural Africa. Mr. Grove and his family Continue reading

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Air Quality Data Portal launched

By Giv'er Saint John / January 8, 2016

The provincial government has launched a new Air Quality Data Portal, providing the public with immediate access to air quality monitoring data. “Our government is committed to providing transparency and improving access to government services,” said Environment and Local Government Minster Brian Kenny. “We provide air quality monitoring services, and now New Brunswickers and organizations…

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What is Cosmetic Dentistry?

By Quali-Dent Dental Clinic / January 7, 2016

A bright and beautiful smile can give your confidence a boost. Your general dentist can perform a variety of cosmetic procedures to help you improve the look of your smile. Learn more about the cosmetic dentistry procedures that your dentist provides today!

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Text with 911 Service Now Available in New Brunswick

By Giv'er Saint John / January 5, 2016

Text with 911 service is now available province-wide for the deaf, hard of hearing or speech-impaired community. “I am pleased to announce this upgrade to our 911 service,” said Public Safety Minister and Solicitor General Stephen Horsman. “Text with 911 creates an alternate and more efficient way for this community to communicate with 911, making…

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