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Documentary on the 35th anniversary of New Brunswick's participation in La Francophonie
The premiere of the documentary De Moncton à Kinshasa by director Paul Arseneau was held at the Capitol Theatre in Moncton in the context of International Francophonie Day, on Wednesday, March 20. The film follows New Brunswick's participation in La Francophonie over 35 years. From left : Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Claude Williams ; Cécile Chevrier, producer, ...

$2-million investment in organization of 2014 World Acadian Congress
The provincial government will invest $2 million in the organization of the 2014 World Acadian Congress, Premier David Alward announced today. The congress will be held in the region known as l'Acadie des terres et forêts, which includes northwestern New Brunswick, northern Maine, and the Témiscouata region of Quebec. From left: Dr. Yves Bolduc, minister of Health (Quebec); Health Minister ...

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, ...

Provincial, federal governments sign agreement on New Brunswick’s participation in La Francophonie
The provincial and federal governments took advantage of the International Day of La Francophonie to ratify an agreement outlining the participation of New Brunswick in the International Organization of La Francophonie. This year marks the 35th anniversary of New Brunswick’s participation in the organization. From left: Economic Development Minister Paul Robichaud, who is also minister responsible for La Francophonie; Premier ...

Premier receives Diamond Jubilee Medal
Prime Minister Stephen Harper recently presented Premier David Alward with a Diamond Jubilee Medal on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II’s reign as Queen of Canada. Throughout 2012, 60,000 Canadians will be recognized for their contributions to Canada, to a particular province, territory or community, or for their outstanding achievement abroad that has brought credit ...

Book of Congratulations available to public during Diamond Jubilee year
A Book of Congratulations will be available to the public to provide an opportunity to offer congratulations and best wishes to mark the 60th anniversary of the accession of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth to the throne. The book will be available at Government House, 51 Woodstock Rd., Fredericton, during regular business hours. In photo, Lt.-Gov. Graydon Nicholas signs the Book ...

Flag-raising ceremony held to mark Diamond Jubilee
A special flag standard was raised this morning in front of the legislative assembly to mark the 60th anniversary of the accession of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth to the throne on Feb. 6, 1952.

Premier Alward attends meeting of premiers
Premier David Alward is attending a meeting of Canada’s premiers, being held in Victoria, B.C. From left: Darrell Dexter, Nova Scotia; Robert McLeod, Northwest Territories; Alward; Dalton McGuinty, Ontario; Alison Redford, Alberta; Kathy Dunderdale, Newfoundland and Labrador; Christy Clark, British Columbia; Greg Selinger, Manitoba; Jean Charest, Quebec; Darrell Pasloski, the Yukon; Eva Aariak, Nunavut; Robert Ghiz, Prince Edward Island; and ...

Ambassadors from la Francophonie nations meet with provincial government
Ambassadors of member countries of the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie (international organization of la Francophonie) met with Premier David Alward and members of the provincial government in Fredericton on Nov. 15 to discuss the importance of innovation and entrepreneurship, setting the stage for future collaboration on initiatives of mutual benefit. The organization represents one of the largest linguistic zones ...

New Brunswick signs deal to develop energy efficient wood frame structure industry in China
The provincial government has signed a memorandum of understanding to help develop an energy efficient wood frame structure industry in Hebei Province in China. From left, at front: Jun Liang, deputy director general, Department of Housing and Urban-Rural Development of Hebei; and Economic Development Minister Paul Robichaud.

New members invested into the Order of New Brunswick
Ten new members were invested into the Order of New Brunswick by the chancellor of the order, Lt.-Gov. Graydon Nicholas, at a ceremony at Government House in Fredericton. From left, front row: Dr. Sayta Paul Handa; Marjorie Cockburn; Nicholas; Premier David Alward; Jessica Ryan; and Patrick Darrah. Back row: Jacques LaForge; Gilmond Larocque; Timothy Aitken (accepting on behalf of the ...

Premier meets Chinese consul general
Premier David Alward met with Zhao Jiangping, consul general, People’s Republic of China based in Montreal, when she visited Fredericton.

European Union ambassador to Canada visits Fredericton
Matthias Brinkmann, the European Union ambassador to Canada, met with provincial ministers and officials during a visit to Fredericton. From left: Campbellton-Restigouche Centre MLA Greg Davis; Brinkmann; Premier David Alward; and Saint John Lancaster MLA Dorothy Shephard.

The face of the new Canadian Francophonie: A force for Canada
The ministers responsible for the Canadian Francophonie, meeting in Moncton, have agreed to continue their joint efforts to foster the development of francophone communities and persons living in French in Canada. Attending the 16th ministerial conference were, from left, front row: Pierre Moreau, Quebec; Glen Hart, Yukon; Madeleine Meilleur, Ontario; Paul Robichaud, New Brunswick; Cynthia Dunsford, Prince Edward Island; Bernard ...

Literacy awards presented to two New Brunswickers
Frenzada Mallet and Eleanor Kingston were presented with the 2010 Council of the Federation Literacy Award for New Brunswick by Energy Minister Craig Leonard. From left: Mallet; Leonard; and Kingston.

Premier to build relationships in Washington
Premier David Alward worked to build relationships for New Brunswick with United States governors, decision-makers and investors when he attended the National Governors Association meeting in Washington, Feb. 26-28. From left: Gary Doer, Canada's ambassador to the United States; and Alward.

US Consul General, Atlantic Canada visits New Brunswick
Premier David Alward met Anton Smith, the United States consul general, Atlantic Canada, in Fredericton. From left: Alward; and Smith.

Atlantic premiers pledge to strengthen co-operation on national issues
The Atlantic premiers today committed to renew and strengthen co-operation by advancing common positions on national issues and exploring opportunities to realize direct benefits for citizens in all four provinces. The premiers agreed on the need to explore ways to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of public services and to examine additional opportunities for joint procurement of goods and services. ...

Agreement to eliminate tolls on Saint John Harbour Bridge
Prime Minister Stephen Harper and Premier David Alward announced an agreement to remove the tolls on the Saint John Harbour Bridge. Looking over the harbour toward the bridge are, from left: Alward; and Harper.

Premiers meet on Lower Churchill development and Atlantic energy system
Premier David Alward and Nova Scotia Premier Darrell Dexter met today to discuss the opportunities for New Brunswick related to the energy agreement announced on Nov. 18 between Nalcor Energy and Emera Inc. From left: Alward; Dexter; and New Brunswick Energy Minister Craig Leonard.