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Campaign to bring new employees into Thunder Bay
Posted 5 June 2024

Campaign to bring new employees into Thunder Bay

“Work from Thunder Bay” is a campaign targeting remote workers to consider moving to Thunder Bay. Their slogan, “If you can work from anywhere, you can work from here.” The Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission (CEDC) initially launched this campaign during the pandemic but is...

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Federal support improves entrepreneurial funding
Posted 5 June 2024

Federal support improves entrepreneurial funding

The federal government has announced nearly $1.1 million to support Envision Saint John’s Impact Loan Program (ILP). The investment announced Tuesday will expand the program’s funding from $25,000 to $50,000 per business owner, as well as broaden eligibility categories and operational funding,...

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Not all school bus drivers meet licensing, training requirements: audit
Posted 5 June 2024

Not all school bus drivers meet licensing, training requirements: audit

New Brunswick’s auditor general has found a lack of departmental oversight for student transportation. Paul Martin said despite an extensive audit that took place back in 2001, several compliance gaps remain. “We noted several instances of non-compliance with legislation, including drivers...

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Trial date expected focus of court hearing for man charged in Barrington Lake wildfire
Posted 5 June 2024

Trial date expected focus of court hearing for man charged in Barrington Lake wildfire

A 22-year-old man is due in court over last year’s devastating wildfire in Shelburne County. Dalton Clark Stewart of Villagedale pleaded not-guilty to three charges under the Forests Act in March. They include lighting a fire on privately owned land without permission, failing to take reasonable...

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Free transit as part of Clean Air Day
Posted 5 June 2024

Free transit as part of Clean Air Day

NB Lung is leading the Clean Air Day charge in Canada. Celebrated on the first Wednesday of June, it is a nationwide movement to mobilize, honour, and protect the air we breathe. NB Lung President and CEO Melanie Langille says free public transport will be provided in Fredericton, Moncton and...

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N.B. hospital recognized for environmental stewardship
Posted 5 June 2024

N.B. hospital recognized for environmental stewardship

A New Brunswick hospital is once again receiving national recognition for environmental stewardship. The Saint John Regional Hospital won an ENERGY STAR Canada Award for Building of the Year in the hospital category. It recognizes the hospital for its commitment to energy efficiency and...

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Beauty Bay Golf Course, Senior Men’s League, June 4, 2024
Posted 4 June 2024

Beauty Bay Golf Course, Senior Men’s League, June 4, 2024

by Bruce Braun “A shot that goes in the cup is pure luck, but a shot to within two feet of the flag is skill.” Ben Hogan. Well, I can’t say I was surprised when I saw that plans for today’s senior men’s league were canceled. May was a wet month and June hasn’t really impressed yet. It’s always...

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Junior high students in Cole Harbour can voice safety concerns with HRCE this week
Posted 4 June 2024

Junior high students in Cole Harbour can voice safety concerns with HRCE this week

Staff from the Halifax Regional Education Centre and a Cole Harbour junior high school are meeting with students this week to discuss violence and safety in their school. The goal is to let students voice their concerns after dozens walked out of class on Friday to protest violence in their...

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Kenora welcomes a new Indigenous Relations Advisor
Posted 4 June 2024

Kenora welcomes a new Indigenous Relations Advisor

Ed Mandamin has been appointed as the new advisor for Indigenous Relations in Kenora. His new role will open new relationships between the city and Indigenous communities and enhance an understanding of Truth and Reconciliation. Mandamin is a member of Iskatewizaagegan #39 Independent First...

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Historic cruise season kicks off in Thunder Bay
Posted 4 June 2024

Historic cruise season kicks off in Thunder Bay

Cruise season is officially underway in Thunder Bay, with the first of a record 16 ships arriving on Tuesday Night. The Viking Octantis will dock around 7:00 p.m. and will be in port overnight before it departs again Wednesday evening. Passengers will have a port day where they will be free to...

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