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Discussion papers released with recommendations for new standards for the oil and natural gas industry
A discussion paper containing 116 recommendations designed to ensure the responsible environmental management of New Brunswick's oil and natural gas industry was released today. The recommendations include proposals to complement the province's existing regulatory framework. From left: Environment and Local Government Minister Bruce Fitch; and Natural Resources Minister Bruce Northrup.
e-Fish data system a KIRA Awards finalist
An electronic system developed by the Department of Natural Resources to collect and improve the use of fisheries-related data is a finalist for the 2012 KIRA Awards. Shown is Pam Seymour, a department biologist, who is entering fisheries data collected from a brook.
Wildlife officer of the year recognized
James Mundle, a conservation officer with the Department of Natural Resources, was honoured as wildlife officer of the year at a ceremony at the legislative assembly today. Natural Resources Minister Bruce Northrup recognized Mundle as the Shikar-Safari Wildlife Officer of the Year for 2011. From left: Northrup; Mundle.
Patrols increased to prevent intentional damage to Crown roads
Conservation officers will be patrolling Crown woods roads to discourage unnecessary use during the spring thaw period when dirt roads are easily damaged.
New Brunswick donating wood for Bluenose II restoration project
The Lunenburg, N.S., company restoring the Bluenose II has asked provinces and territories to contribute one or more pieces of wood for use in constructing the mess table. The provincial government has donated four pieces of lumber, each piece is a species of wood with special significance to New Brunswick. In photo: Natural Resources Minister Bruce Northrup.
Exploration rights awarded for confirmed potash deposit
The provincial government has signed an agreement awarding Atlantic Potash Corp. of Saint John the right to explore and develop a confirmed potash deposit near Sussex. From left: Premier David Alward; Natural Resources Minister Bruce Northrup; and Keith Attoe, co-chief executive officer, Atlantic Potash Corp.
2011 Award of Excellence
Resource officers Richard Kingston and Robert Amos, of Sunny Corner, were presented with the Department of Natural Resource’s 2011 Award of Excellence for their role in saving the life of a man lost on the woods. They were recognized by Natural Resources Minister Bruce Northrup at the legislative assembly. From left: Kingston, Northrup, and Amos.
Minister appears on webcast to discuss natural gas exploration, development
Natural Resources Minister Bruce Northrup appeared on a live webcast to answer questions from New Brunswickers about natural gas exploration and development. The webcast was part of ongoing efforts by the provincial government to involve New Brunswickers directly on issues related to the shale gas industry. From left: Craig Parks, a geologist with the Department of Natural Resources; Annie ...
Conservation education instructor awards presented
James Corey of Hartland and Harvey Murray of Miramichi are New Brunswick's 2011 Conservation Education Instructors of the Year. Natural Resources Minister Bruce Northrup presented the pair with commemorative watches, International Hunter Education Association prints and certificates of appreciation. From left: Northrup; Corey; and Murray.
New measures on shale gas announced
The provincial government has set up a website that contains factual information about the potential of shale gas. Premier David Alward made the announcement. The premier was referring to the establishment of an online forum, called Natural Gas From Shale (www.gnb.ca/naturalgas), where New Brunswickers can obtain factual information about fracking; its environmental impact; and the potential economic benefits associated with ...
National tree day new addition to National Forest Week
Natural Resources Minister Bruce Northrup encourages New Brunswickers to acknowledge our forest traditions during National Forest Week, Sept. 18 to 24. New Brunswick has about three million hectares of publicly-owned forest land, representing about half of the province's land mass. Another 25 per cent of the province is privately-owned forest land.
New Fredericton school will be the first to be heated with wood pellets
The elementary school scheduled to be built on Fredericton's north side will be the first in the province to be heated by wood pellets. From left: Natural Resources Minister Bruce Northrup; and Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Claude Williams.
Department of Natural Resources Richibucto office earns environmental gold rating
The Richibucto district office of the Department of Natural Resources has earned a gold rating for green building performance from the Canada Green Building Council. From left: Paul Orser, assistant deputy minister, renewable resources, Department of Natural Resources; Léon LeBlanc, resource supervisor, Richibucto office, holding the gold rating certificate; Natural Resources Minister Bruce Northrup; and Brian Hatch, regional director, Department ...
Natural gas exploration and development in New Brunswick
A news conference was held in Fredericton on Wednesday, July 6, related to new requirements for natural gas exploration and development in New Brunswick. From left: Bethany Thorne-Dykstra, president, Citizens for Responsible Resource Development; and Natural Resources Minister Bruce Northrup.
A gift of maple syrup
Yvon Poitras, general manager of the New Brunswick Maple Syrup Association, recently presented a sample of maple syrup and a copy of the association’s recently released cookbook Maple Delights of New Brunswick to Natural Resources Minister Bruce Northrup. The gifts were also presented to MLAs and staff members of the legislative assembly. From left: Poitras; and Northrup.
Patrols increased to prevent intentional damage to Crown roads
Conservation officers will be patrolling Crown woods roads to discourage unnecessary use during the spring thaw period when dirt roads are easily damaged. Department of Natural Resources staff will focus enforcement efforts on mud runs, where participants intentionally seek soft roads to test the limits of their vehicles.
Two men honoured for saving life of conservation officer
A ceremony was held at the legislative assembly on Tuesday, April 5, to honour two men, Carl McMinniman and Paul Kaye, for saving the life of David Clark, a conservation officer with the Department of Natural Resources. From left: Natural Resources Minister Bruce Northrup; McMinniman; Kaye; and Clark.
Wildlife officer of the year recognized
Raymond Robertson, a conservation manager with the Department of Natural Resources, was honoured as wildlife officer of the year at a ceremony at the legislative assembly today. From left: Natural Resources Minister Bruce Northrup; and Robertson.
Conservation officers bust organized illegal moose operation
An investigation by conservation officers with the Department of Natural Resources, coined Operation WAK, has resulted in the seizure of 700 kilograms (1,540 pounds) of moose meat, moose parts, cash and various butcher shop equipment.
Summit participants to discuss ways to renew, strengthen forest industry
Stakeholders met in Fredericton for a one-day forestry summit to discuss critical issues facing the industry and identify the fundamentals for future success. Premier David Alward delivered the opening remarks at the meeting, called, New Brunswick's Forest Industry: Fundamentals for Future Competitiveness.
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.
Government investments support Miramichi Airport
The provincial government is providing funding for an economic development officer to seek development opportunities at the Miramichi Airport, and it has also signed a long-term lease with the Miramichi Airport Commission. From left: Miramichi Mayor Gerry Cormier; Miramichi-Bay du Vin MLA Bill Fraser; and Thomas Linkletter, chairman, Miramichi Airport Commission.
Agreement reached to complete the Trans Canada Trail in New Brunswick
A memorandum of understanding has been reached to complete the Trans Canada Trail in New Brunswick by 2017. Premier Shawn Graham made the announcement today. From left: Environment Minister Rick Miles; Natural Resources Minister Wally Stiles; Jane Murphy, of Trans Canada Trail; Graham; Poul Jorgensen, of the New Brunswick Trails Council Inc.; Wellness, Culture and Sport Minister Hédard Albert; ...
Maple producers to get silviculture funding
Maple syrup producers in New Brunswick will receive funding this year to carry out silviculture operations on sugar bush stands, Natural Resources Minister Wally Stiles announced today. From left: Yvon Poitras, general manager of the New Brunswick Maple Syrup Association and Stiles.
Peat exploration licence could lead to 100 new jobs
A peat exploration licence has been awarded to FPM Peat Moss Co. Ltd., an Inkerman company that plans to create 100 new jobs in northern New Brunswick. From left: Wellness, Culture and Sport Minister, Hédard Albert; Denis Mallet, general manager, FPM Peat Moss Co. Ltd.; Transportation Minister Denis Landry; and Miramichi Bay-Neguac MLA Carmel Robichaud.