“My answer here is the economy, the economy, the economy. If we can get this place going, and I am confident that we can and have high-paying, good-paying jobs, this issue will look after itself. That is my belief,”...
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Immigrant entrepreneur encourages a ‘Can Do’ approach I moved to Canada 50 years ago and have never looked back. I salute all immigrants and newcomers for their courage to move to a new country and adapt to the environment....
OTTAWA – Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland has been officially sworn in as the new federal Finance Minister, replacing the outgoing Bill Morneau. Freeland becomes the first woman to ever hold the role at the federal level.
Driven by global demand for energy, a desire for efficient and low-emission energy options and rapidly advancing technologies, companies are responding to change and to consumer demand.
N.B. Sees ‘Most Complete Employment Recovery’ Among Provinces: Statistics Canada Aug 10, 2020 by Huddle Staff New Brunswick saw “the most complete employment recovery of all provinces to date,” according to Statistics Canada’s July Labour Force Survey. Employment in New Brunswick...
UNB Saint John MBA Program Welcomes Students Into Class In September, Both In Person And Virtually
The BMO Labour Market Report Card ranked the Hub City first out of 33 cities and the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Moncton is not surprised.
The Visa Application Centre in Istanbul and Ankara will re-open for business on Wednesday, 8th July, and will provide the following limited services until further notice.
FREDERICTON – New Brunswick has moved to the next stage of the Yellow recovery phase, except for the Campbellton Zone 5 region, which remains in the Orange phase. The province also expects an “Atlantic Bubble” with open borders between...
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According to the report, New Brunswick would have recovered 95 percent of its February GDP by the end of the year.
David Campbell, the president of Moncton-based Jupia Consultants Inc., said what we want to see now is a sustained recovery.
These are unique times, marked by uncertainty, and with that comes a level of uneasiness and anxiety. One thing that remains certain is UNB’s commitment to providing a safe environment for students, faculty, and staff.
N.B. ‘Open’ To Considering Financial Support For International StudentsJun 4, 2020by Inda IntiarAs many international students across New Brunswick have become stuck and cash-strapped,the province is encouraging them to fill job vacancies.Post-secondary, Training and Labour Minister Trevor Holder says...
We would like to inform you that the University of New Brunswick is going to have an info session to introduce a few of their short-term educational opportunities which are suitable for entrepreneurs, who are willing to run a business in Canada.
From studying in New Brunswick to Canada’s Permanent Residency Please be informed that we are going to have a webinar about the University of New Brunswick’s programs for international students and different New Brunswick’s immigration programs those graduate students...
Friday will mark two weeks since the province moved to the orange phase. According to the government’s plan, the next phase – yellow – will allow gatherings of 50 people or fewer with physical distancing, and a family and...
Please be informed that we are going to have a webinar about the New Brunswick Entrepreneurial program on May 27th at 10:00 am, New Brunswick time.
That makes New Brunswick the only province in Canada to have no existing cases, joining Yukon and the Northwest Territories with zero active cases as of Saturday afternoon.
During the COVID-19 outbreak, workers in certain roles and industries have been under considerable pressure, and the government recognizes that international students who are already present in Canada will help meet the challenges of the pandemic.
Chief medical officer of health Dr. Jennifer Russell says we have been successful in the early stage of the pandemic.
As New Brunswick reports no new COVID-19 cases for the sixth time in the last 10 days, the conversation in the province has inched towards the re-opening of the economy, as reflected in the provincial press conference Monday.
Marcel LeBrun and David Alston are former executives at Radian6 and Salesforce.com. They are technology entrepreneurs, small business owners, and actively involved in community initiatives in New Brunswick.
So far, we have zero deaths in New Brunswick from this virus. We reached our peak in “new cases per day” on March 29.
As announced on March 24, they are eligible to receive $900 if they have lost their job due to the COVID-19 situation.
The dealership launched a free pick-up and delivery service of prescriptions and online grocery orders to those in need in the greater Fredericton area.
A Saint John woman will be receiving an award in April to recognize the work she’s done early in her career.
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The survey also found that a quarter of small firms would not be able to survive for more than a month with a drop-in business income of more than 50 percent.
New Brunswick’s chief medical officer of health says numerous businesses and public spaces “must be closed,” effective Tuesday, until further notice.
We will also continue to implement our plan to increase Francophone immigration outside Quebec while supporting the successful integration and retention of French-speaking newcomers and strengthening Francophone communities.
The latest labour force survey, released Friday, shows the province added 1,500 full-time jobs and lost 1,400 part-time positions.
More than 22,000 seafood professionals attended the 2019 event to discover suppliers, products and trends, and to create business connections.
Sunset Grill focuses on healthy, made-to-order breakfast and lunch and prepares food without using a deep fryer. It started in the 1980s in the Beaches area of Toronto and now has locations across Ontario and Alberta.
Immigration Operational Bulletin 669 (modified) – Novel coronavirus (COVID-19) – Special processing instructions for temporary residence, permanent residence, and citizenship applications – February 7, 2020
Lenehan and the current executive team will continue leading Xplornet and the company will remain headquartered in Woodstock, N.B.
We are carefully studying a project that would broaden access to solar energy in Saint John. If the business case is proven, customers of Saint John Energy would be able to rent solar panels in the ground-mounted solar array...
CBC’s Dragons’ Den will be hosting auditions across Canada throughout March and they’ll be making their only New Brunswick stop in Saint John March 12. They will be holding auditions in Halifax on March 14.
The process to make sourdough begins with placing a mixture of flour, water, and yeast in a jar to ferment. These ingredients need to be regularly refreshed by adding more of the ingredients for about a week.
All three cities bested the national population growth rate of 1.4 percent.
New Brunswick Cities See Record Immigration Year In 2019 Feb 11, 2020 by Huddle Staff New Brunswick received a record 6,000 new permanent residents last year, a 30 percent increase from 4,610 in 2018, according to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship...
New Brunswick Adds 4,600 Jobs In January Feb 9, 2020 by Brad Perry Employment in New Brunswick rose by 4,600 people in the first month of 2020, according to Statistics Canada. The agency’s latest labour force survey, released Friday, showed...
Sushi Blossom had a soft opening on January 27 at its 174 Hampton Road location and will hold a grand opening later this month. Its menu offers a wide variety of Japanese and Korean dishes, with an emphasis on...
FREDERICTON — The Fredericton International Airport (YFC) has experienced its tenth consecutive years of passenger growth.
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YQM also had a record volume of cargo flights carrying over 1.8 million kilograms of live lobster to China or European markets.
We have attracted a higher share of immigrants with young children than most other provinces and this has helped us push through another psychological barrier.
But the proposed municipal nominee program means small and mid-sized cities like Moncton, Saint John and Fredericton could also have a chance to make similar recommendations.
Moncton IHOP Opens With 80 Employees And Lineups Outside The Door Jan 14, 2020 byTara Clow MONCTON – The International House of Pancakes is now serving Atlantic Canada. The IHOP on Mountain Road had its grand opening Tuesday morning...
The project will serve national security interests and fits within the federal government’s National Cybersecurity Strategy and Innovation Agenda. Furthermore, the Cyber Centre will distinguish New Brunswick as a national leader in cybersecurity, specifically for critical infrastructure protection.
The Ross Ventures commercial building under construction on Carleton Street is the largest private sector project under development in the downtown area, reflecting the ongoing commercial and residential growth in the city centre.
The 12-week accelerator based in Fredericton accepts five to seven companies each year. The 2020 program will run from April 27 to July 16. The deadline for applications is February 15.
Ten finalists will be chosen to pitch at the forum on April 2nd, 2020 at the Fredericton Convention Centre, with up to $3,500 in cash prizes up for grabs.
Colleen Baxter with JDI says 87 percent of those jobs will be filled in Atlantic Canada, with 74 percent in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia.
Dobbelsteyn says a full report will come back to the council in the spring. He says the results will help the city make informed policy decisions, and in turn, grow the population.
Centennial Heritage Properties Inc plans to invest more than $48 million to complete the development. The project is expected to create more than 450 jobs.
The cafe opened a week ago and is owned by Mark Aljabban, who moved to Toronto from Syria in 2007. He moved to Saint John in 2017. When he got here, he noticed the variety of sweets and snacks...
In November alone, 75 building permits worth more than $17 million were filed, much higher than the nearly $3.6 million worth of permits filed in November 2018.
Founder Jeff Alapugh said they chose to open a second store in Waterloo because of the traction the brand has been getting in the tech/startup communities in both Silicon Valley and Waterloo.
The legal agreement approved by the council includes a two-year development option while site development work is completed and a 25-year lease-to-own agreement to incentivize development.
The company opened its store at McAllister Mall on Friday, located next to Boathouse and Envy. It caters to a wide range of outdoor activities, including walking, running, cycling, camping, and skiing, with a wide range of equipment and...
Harbour View applied for the grant along with eight other applicants and came out on top based on its ambition to implement climate change initiatives.
Corey Breau, an associate broker, and salesperson in Saint John said they are predicting an increase of four percent in Greater Saint John.
“Our government wants to remove barriers for businesses to help create a more energized private sector,” said Environment and Local Government Minister Jeff Carr. “This amendment will have positive outcomes for both real estate agents and homebuyers as many...
“The Talent, Passion, And Diversity Of The Ideas Displayed Were Quite Impressive, And We Look Forward To Helping The Founders And Their Teams As They Continue To Grow,” Said Coleman.
Newly installed New Brunswick Lieutenant-Governor Brenda Murphy delivered the 2019-2020 Higgs Government throne speech earlier this week. The Fredericton Chamber of Commerce listened carefully to the speech and was pleased to hear strong alignment with our own priority areas...
Sai Krishna also offers catering services, though as the demand for samosas grows and with the opening of the cafe, the company is now focusing on Its wholesale product.
The PCMA Canada East Chapter recently announced that the conference will take place in Saint John. More than 350 meeting planners will visit the city in November 2022, bringing $355,000 in economic impact.
New Brunswickers and tourists alike now have a new place to camp in style with the opening of a new “glamping” campground on Grand Lake.
SAINT JOHN – Cooke Aquaculture is undergoing a period of rapid global expansion that’s been of great benefit to the Atlantic Canadian economy, creating jobs and supporting companies and communities across the region.
MONCTON – The Tourism Industry Association of New Brunswick is hosting its 36th annual summit later this month.
McCain Foods has announced it will invest $80-million in a new specialty potato production line at its Grand Falls facility.
The Greater Moncton region aims to attract 1,900 immigrants next year, and 2,700 a year by 2024, up from 1,450 last year. It also aims to double the international student base, including at private universities and colleges, to 3,000...
MONCTON – A multinational information technology service and consulting company has opened its doors in Moncton with 50 employees and plans to hire 250 more in the next few years.
Ocean’s Door hopes to send lobster to both people’s homes and restaurants who want fresh, New Brunswick seafood. The first phase is to ship throughout Canada, then phase two, they have plans to go international, particularly in the Chinese...
New Brunswick should be at the leading edge of this revolution of replacing plastic-based products with wood-based products. We were among the first to use wood pulp to make clothing.
MONCTON – The government of New Brunswick launched a pilot program that will provide entrepreneurs one-on-one help to navigate the business regulatory system, Economic Development and Small Business Minister Mary Wilson announced Wednesday night.
Twelve New Brunswick companies are heading to China and South Korea later this month to explore seafood-related export opportunities.
Millennia TEA is also one of eight startups from around the world participating in the latest cohort of food X, one of the world’s leading food innovation accelerators in the world based in New York.
Blaine Higgs made the comments in a scrum with reporters after the federal Liberals were re-elected for another term Monday.
Addressing These 5 Election Priorities Will Help N.B. Chart Its Economic Future
Fredericton – For business partners and spouses Kevin Leboeuf and Alicia Phillips, the success of their beard grooming company Educated Beards has been a marathon rather than a sprint.
“When you’re competing for capital, you’re competing on a global scale. Just because you’re performing well in New Brunswick in your sector, you still need to hit the $180,000 monthly revenue threshold to raise that Series A round,” says...
The strongest scenario proposed by the strategy, which would result in a 1.8 percent average annual growth rate in the labor force, requires more than doubling the current number of immigrants and non-permanent residents within five years. It proposes...
New Brunswick Business Council president and CEO Adrienne O’Pray say the growth numbers are showing that things are going in the right direction.
“Dear GSJ describes economic development in simple terms: what is really going on in our economy, what initiatives are underway and where we most need to lean into challenges and opportunities.”
In New Brunswick, the report found the province’s startup community had its most successful year since 2011 when Radian6 and Q1 Labs announced they were exiting with a reported value of more than $1 billion. The report found that...
It was time for me to come back to Canada so I bought a suitcase so I could stuff it with cacao and come home,” says McGuire. “I was doing a little bit of research. I thought, ‘I’m going...
FREDERICTON – A New Brunswick Biotech company is being recognized by BioNB for its contributions to the sector.
The university’s president and vice-chancellor, Paul Mazerolle, said there’s already synergy between the partners. UNB is involved in Siemens’ work in smart grid technology and cybersecurity in New Brunswick.
The mandate of this project is to outline concrete opportunities for the development of the hemp crop in New Brunswick based on its core assets, established industries, potential partnerships and synergies that define New Brunswick’s unique opportunities in a...
Alberta Premier Jason Kenney is scheduled to give a keynote speech on interprovincial trade.
Precipitating in an Entrepreneurial stream information session is one of the eligible connections to New Brunswick.
The centerpiece of the conference is the policy debates, where resolutions submitted by local chambers from across the country will be debated by the delegates in attendance.
Also, the New Brunswick Immigration information session in Eastern Asia is going to be held at the end of October.
Manufacturing doesn’t sound sexy, but it’s one of the most important industries for New Brunswick’s economy. So important that Herb Emery, University of New Brunswick’s Vaughan Chair in Regional Economics, thinks advancing the sector may be the province’s best...
More than 800 projects across Canada will support newcomers and local communities
To meet the current and future labor market needs, the provincial government of NB has recently released a population growth strategy known as the new beginnings strategy. With it being valid from the years 2019-2024 it also includes a...
A seminar concerning a population growth strategy for New Brunswick will be held in Saint John on August 27, 2019.
No paper applications will be accepted after Sept 1, therefore, the applications will have to be submitted via the portal.
Swallow Immigration consultancy Inc. would like to welcome all the active agents and Immigration companies/firms serving clients worldwide for cooperation on New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program- Entrepreneur Stream.
Please be informed that New Brunswick Immigration’s officials will be in South Africa in May 2019 to make presentations about living and working in New Brunswick and provide an overview of immigration under New Brunswick Entrepreneurial Program.
Eligibility Requirements: •have an eligible connection to New Brunswick; and •be between 22-55 years of age; and
The largest city: Saint John Area:72,908 Sq. Km New Brunswick is a coastal state located in the east of Canada by the Atlantic Ocean and also bordered with The United States of America.
The Business Unit will begin accepting 2019 Expressions Of Interest (EOI) for the Entrepreneurial Stream beginning today.