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New videos launched to promote Maliseet language, culture
New videos to promote and preserve the use of the Maliseet language in New Brunswick were launched today in Fredericton by community members from the Tobique First Nation. The short films feature elders speaking to youth learners in various social settings and locations with the aim of reducing the drastic decline in the fluency of Maliseet and cultural knowledge among ...

New members invested into the Order of New Brunswick for 2012
Ten remarkable and accomplished New Brunswickers have been invested into the Order of New Brunswick. They were inducted into the province's highest honour by the chancellor of the order, Lt.-Gov. Graydon Nicholas, at a ceremony at Government House in Fredericton. From left, front row: Salem (Sam) Masry; Premier David Alward; Nicholas; Ronald (Ron) Turcotte; and Raymond Lagacé. Back row: Audrey ...

New Brunswick delegation promoted the economy, education, youth at Francophonie summit
The economy, youth, and education were among the main topics that New Brunswick raised at the 14th Francophonie summit, held in Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Oct. 12 to 14. From left: Prime Minister Stephen Harper and Premier David Alward.

New members of Executive Council sworn in
Four new members were sworn into the Executive Council, other members assumed their new roles, and a restructuring of government departments came into effect today as part of the provincial government's next phase of rebuilding the economy and growing healthier communities. In a ceremony at the legislative assembly chamber, Lt.-Gov. Graydon Nicholas swore in Hugh J. Flemming as minister ...

New members of Executive Council sworn in
Four new members were sworn into the Executive Council, other members assumed their new roles, and a restructuring of government departments came into effect today as part of the provincial government's next phase of rebuilding the economy and growing healthier communities. In a ceremony at the legislative assembly chamber, Lt.-Gov. Graydon Nicolas swore in Hugh J. Flemming as minister of ...

New members of Executive Council sworn in
Four new members were sworn into the Executive Council, other members assumed their new roles, and a restructuring of government departments came into effect today as part of the provincial government's next phase of rebuilding the economy and growing healthier communities. In a ceremony at the legislative assembly chamber, Lt.-Gov. Graydon Nicholas swore in Hugh J. Flemming as minister ...

New members of Executive Council sworn in
Four new members were sworn into the Executive Council, other members assumed their new roles, and a restructuring of government departments came into effect today as part of the provincial government's next phase of rebuilding the economy and growing healthier communities. In a ceremony at the legislative assembly chamber, Lt.-Gov. Graydon Nicholas swore in Hugh J. Flemming as minister ...

New members of Executive Council sworn in
Four new members were sworn into the Executive Council, other members assumed their new roles, and a restructuring of government departments came into effect today as part of the provincial government’s next phase of rebuilding the economy and growing healthier communities. In a ceremony at the legislative assembly chamber, Lt.-Gov. Graydon Nicholas swore in Hugh J. Flemming as minister of ...

President of New Brunswick Aboriginal Peoples Council expresses appreciation to provincial government for grant
Chief Kim Nash-McKinley, president of the New Brunswick Aboriginal Peoples Council, met with Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Jody Carr to express her appreciation for a $15,000 grant in support of the council's education programs. Through the assistance of the Aboriginal Affairs Secretariat, the grant supports off-reserve Aboriginal residents, providing items such as basic school supplies and clothing, a ...

Tribute held for Acadians who died in combat on D-Day
A ceremony was recently held in Carpiquet in northern France to pay tribute to those Acadians belonging to the North Shore (New Brunswick) Regiment who died in combat on D-Day, June 6, 1944. The provincial government was represented by Deputy Premier and Economic Development Minister Paul Robichaud, who is also minister responsible for La Francophonie. Photo shows Robichaud at the ...

Royals charm New Brunswickers
Their Royal Highnesses The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall visited Canadian Forces Base Gagetown and the City of Saint John during the Victoria Day weekend. During their official stops, their Royal Highnesses took many opportunities to shake hands and chat with royal enthusiasts who lined the streets and venues. In photo: The Prince of Wales, ...

Public dialogue sessions for learning project begin today
The first in a series of public dialogue sessions on learning is being held this evening in Fredericton. The sessions are part of the second phase of public dialogues for the citizen engagement initiative on learning and innovation entitled “Learning: Everybody's Project”. From left: Roxanne Tarjan, master of ceremonies for the news conference; and initiative co-chairs Andy Scott, Marie-Paule Thériault, ...

Legislative reform report presented
The authors of the report on legislative reform in New Brunswick, Don Desserud and Cody Waite, presented their recommendations today at the legislative assembly in Fredericton. Photo shows Desserud responding to questions at a news conference.

First provincial cabinet meeting held at Eel River Bar First Nation
The provincial government held the first-ever cabinet meeting on a First Nation today in the council offices of Eel River Bar First Nation near Dalhousie. Seated, from left: Premier David Alward; and Chief Everett Martin. They are joined by members of cabinet as well as the Eel River Bar band council.

New minister
Premier David Alward and the members of the Executive Council were sworn in at a ceremony held on Oct. 12 at the Legislative Assembly in Fredericton. From left: Alward; and Blaine Higgs, who signs the register to become Minister of Finance, Minister of Human Resources, Minister responsible for the New Brunswick Liquor Corporation, Minister responsible for the New Brunswick ...

New minister
Premier David Alward and the members of the Executive Council were sworn in at a ceremony held on Oct. 12 at the Legislative Assembly in Fredericton. From left: Alward; and Craig Leonard, who signs the register to become Minister of Energy and Minister responsible for the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Agency of New Brunswick.

New minister
Premier David Alward and the members of the Executive Council were sworn in at a ceremony held on Oct. 12 at the Legislative Assembly in Fredericton. From left: David Ferguson, clerk of the Executive Council; Lt.-Gov. Graydon Nicholas; Alward; and Claude Williams, who takes the oath of office to become the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure.

New minister
Premier David Alward and the members of the Executive Council were sworn in at a ceremony held on Oct. 12 at the Legislative Assembly in Fredericton. From left: David Ferguson, clerk of the Executive Council; Lt.-Gov. Graydon Nicholas; Alward; and Bruce Northrup, who takes the oath of office to become the Minister of Natural Resources.

New minister
Premier David Alward and the members of the Executive Council were sworn in at a ceremony held on Oct. 12 at the Legislative Assembly in Fredericton. From left: David Ferguson, clerk of the Executive Council; Lt.-Gov. Graydon Nicholas; Alward; and Bruce Fitch, who takes the oath of office to become the Minister of Local Government and Minister responsible for ...

Swearing-in Ceremony
Premier David Alward (right) takes the oath to become the 32nd premier of New Brunswick and president of the Executive Council. Administering the oath is David Ferguson (left), clerk of the Executive Council, and Lt.-Gov. Graydon Nicholas.

New Cabinet
Premier David Alward named 16 members to the Executive Council. Seated, from left: Martine Coulombe; Margaret-Ann Blaney, Premier David Alward, Marie-Claude Blais, Madeleine Dubé and Susan Stultz. Middle row: (from left) Claude Williams, Robert Trevors, Jody Carr, Paul Robichaud, Bruce Fitch, Bruce Northrup and Craig Leonard. Back Row: (from left) Trevor Holder, Michael Olscamp and Blaine Higgs.

New minister
Premier David Alward and the members of the Executive Council were sworn in at a ceremony held on Oct. 12 at the Legislative Assembly in Fredericton. From left: David Ferguson, clerk of the Executive Council; Lt.-Gov. Graydon Nicholas; Alward; and Trevor Holder, who takes the oath of office to become the Minister of Wellness, Culture and Sport and Minister ...

New minister
Premier David Alward and the members of the Executive Council were sworn in at a ceremony held on Oct. 12 at the Legislative Assembly in Fredericton. From left: Alward; and Susan Stultz, who signs the register to become the Minister of Social Development and Minister responsible for Seniors, Housing and Community Non-Profit Organizations.

New minister
Premier David Alward and the members of the Executive Council were sworn in at a ceremony held on Oct. 12 at the Legislative Assembly in Fredericton. From left: David Ferguson, clerk of the Executive Council; Lt.-Gov. Graydon Nicholas; Alward; and Robert Trevors, who takes the oath of office to become the Minister of Public Safety.

New minister
Premier David Alward and the members of the Executive Council were sworn in at a ceremony held on Oct. 12 at the Legislative Assembly in Fredericton. From left: Alward; and Paul Robichaud, who signs the register to become Minister of Economic Development, Minister responsible for the Francophonie, Deputy Premier and Government House Leader.