https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news.html Environment and Local Government News Releases en https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2024.11.0474.html The provincial government will issue a new Class 1 air quality approval for the AV Group NB Inc. pulp mill in the Atholville district of Campbellton. Tue, 26 Nov 2024 08:59:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2024.11.0442.html The Department of Environment and Local Government is accepting applications for Environmental Trust Fund projects for 2025-26. Thu, 07 Nov 2024 13:24:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2024.10.0429.html The government is reporting the province’s overall local government and rural district assessment base for taxation grew by almost nine per cent compared to last year. Tue, 29 Oct 2024 15:27:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2024.07.0336.html The provincial government is starting the 180-day public participation process for the renewal of the Class 1 Air Quality Approval to Operate for the NB Power Coleson Cove Generating Station in Saint John. Wed, 31 Jul 2024 10:42:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2024.07.0302.html Reduced greenhouse gas emissions and improved farm sustainability are the goals of a new agriculture-focused funding program. Wed, 03 Jul 2024 11:02:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2024.06.0278.html The provincial government is starting the 180-day public participation process for the renewal of the Class 1 Air Quality Approval to Operate for the AV Group NB Inc. pulp mill in Atholville. Mon, 24 Jun 2024 10:07:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2024.06.0273.html The provincial and federal governments have signed a new 10-year agreement for the Canada Community-Building Fund. In the first five years, New Brunswick will receive $254.8 million to support local infrastructure priorities. Fri, 21 Jun 2024 11:56:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2024.06.0244.html The public is reminded that, while not all cyanobacteria (commonly called blue-green algae) are harmful, some may produce toxins that can cause skin, eye and throat irritation. Thu, 06 Jun 2024 13:22:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2024.05.0211.html The provincial government is starting the 180-day public participation process for the renewal of the Class 1 air quality approval to operate for the J.D. Irving Ltd. Scierie Grande Rivière in the Saint-Léonard district of Vallée-des-Rivières. Wed, 22 May 2024 09:59:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2024.05.0206.html An annual report tracking emissions from all sectors of the Canadian economy indicates New Brunswick continues to lead the country in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Fri, 17 May 2024 10:21:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2024.05.0181.html The Environmental Trust Fund will invest about $9 million in projects that will benefit all regions of the province. Fri, 03 May 2024 10:51:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2024.05.0180.html Effective May 15, the appointed supervisor will no longer have jurisdiction and control over the Municipality of Lakeland Ridges, as the council will be reinstated. Thu, 02 May 2024 16:48:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2024.04.0165.html After almost six weeks in operation, the River Watch Program for the 2024 freshet season ends today. Tue, 23 Apr 2024 13:58:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2024.03.0133.html Giselle Goguen has been appointed chair of the newly established Local Governance Commission, effective April 1. Tue, 26 Mar 2024 10:02:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2024.03.0115.html The provincial government will issue a new Class 1 air quality approval for the Clover Leaf Seafoods plant in Blacks Harbour. Wed, 13 Mar 2024 09:38:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2024.03.0113.html The annual River Watch program was launched today to provide New Brunswickers with information on the status of rivers, potential ice jams and other flood issues across the province during the coming weeks. Tue, 12 Mar 2024 13:42:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2024.02.0090.html Ice-fishing shelters must be removed from all provincial waterways at the first sign of thaw, and no later than March 3. Wed, 28 Feb 2024 09:17:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2024.02.0074.html Stephen Manuel has been appointed supervisor for the Municipality of Lakeland Ridges. This new appointment under the Control of Municipalities Act is effective today. Fri, 16 Feb 2024 12:31:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2024.02.0065.html The provincial government will issue a new Class 1 air quality approval for the J.D. Irving Ltd. sawmill in Chipman. Wed, 14 Feb 2024 10:36:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2023.12.0629.html An independent report by economics experts predicts most local governance entities will balance their budgets in the coming years. Fri, 15 Dec 2023 09:18:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2023.11.0575.html The supervisor for the Municipality of Lakeland Ridges, which encompasses the former villages of Canterbury and Meductic and some neighbouring unincorporated areas, has submitted his report to the commissioner of municipal affairs. Fri, 24 Nov 2023 15:52:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2023.11.0530.html The Department of Environment and Local Government is accepting applications for Environmental Trust Fund projects for 2024-25. Wed, 01 Nov 2023 11:07:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2023.10.0511.html The government is reporting that the province’s overall tax assessment base grew by almost 11 per cent for the second year in a row. Fri, 06 Oct 2023 11:54:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2023.10.0501.html The provincial government is starting the 180-day public participation process for the renewal of the Class 1 Air Quality Approval to Operate for Clover Leaf Seafoods in Blacks Harbour. Wed, 04 Oct 2023 13:35:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2023.10.0500.html A new land-use planning tool will enable local governments to consider affordable housing as part of multi-unit developments. Wed, 04 Oct 2023 11:24:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2023.10.0499.html As part of local governance reform, the provincial government is modernizing land use planning. Tue, 03 Oct 2023 13:23:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2023.09.0483.html The provincial government is seeking input on guidelines to be used in assessing the environmental impact of a project proposed by NB Power. Thu, 28 Sep 2023 11:10:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2023.09.0452.html The provincial government is starting the 180-day public participation process for the renewal of the Class 1 Air Quality Approval to Operate for the J.D. Irving Ltd. softwood sawmill in Chipman. Thu, 14 Sep 2023 09:59:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2023.08.0391.html Michael Blaney has been appointed supervisor for the Municipality of Lakeland Ridges. The municipality is comprised of the former villages of Canterbury and Meductic, and some neighbouring unincorporated areas. The appointment under the Control of Municipalities Act was initiated on July 28. Fri, 04 Aug 2023 10:52:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2023.08.0389.html Environment and Climate Change Minister Gary Crossman has determined a comprehensive Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is needed for a proposed small modular reactor project at the NB Power property on the Lepreau Peninsula. Thu, 03 Aug 2023 12:46:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2023.07.0341.html A proposed new regulation would allow local governments to adopt a bylaw that requires developers to provide a certain percentage of new multi-unit developments as affordable housing. Wed, 05 Jul 2023 09:17:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2023.06.0332.html As part of local governance reform, the provincial government is modernizing land use planning in New Brunswick. Fri, 30 Jun 2023 10:10:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2023.06.0327.html The provincial government will issue a new Class 1 air quality approval for the Twin Rivers Pulp Ltd. mill in Edmundston. Thu, 29 Jun 2023 10:44:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2023.05.0270.html As summer approaches, New Brunswickers are reminded to be aware of the potential health risks posed by cyanobacteria (commonly called blue-green algae), which may be present in lakes and rivers used for recreational purposes. Mon, 29 May 2023 14:35:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2023.05.0253.html The provincial government will invest $3.1 million to help restructured entities cover the costs associated with marketing and signage to promote their new entity names. Tue, 23 May 2023 09:38:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2023.05.0250.html The Environmental Trust Fund will invest more than $8.6 million into projects that will benefit all regions of the province. Fri, 19 May 2023 13:21:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2023.05.0233.html The Local Governance Commission Act was introduced in the legislative assembly today. Tue, 09 May 2023 14:47:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2023.05.0219.html The provincial government today released a list of projects selected for support under the Climate Change Fund as part of the $47 million committed through the 2023-24 provincial budget. Fri, 05 May 2023 09:58:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2023.05.0217.html The River Watch Program for the 2023 freshet season ended today after more than seven weeks in operation. Thu, 04 May 2023 09:54:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2023.05.0215.html Downtown New Brunswick will receive a yearly grant of $500,000 in support of eligible business improvement areas across the province. Wed, 03 May 2023 13:19:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2023.05.0210.html The provincial government released its solid waste management action plan today. The plan, A roadmap for transforming our waste into materials for tomorrow, features four pillars: Mon, 01 May 2023 11:26:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2023.04.0208.html The Department of Environment and Local Government is increasing the annual funding allocated to the New Brunswick SPCA by $500,000. Fri, 28 Apr 2023 08:55:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2023.04.0193.html An awareness campaign in the francophone education sector entitled Verdir l’étincelle (make the spark green) was launched at École Les Éclaireurs in Fredericton ahead of Earth Day, celebrated on April 22. Fri, 21 Apr 2023 12:30:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2023.03.0126.html The annual River Watch program was launched today to provide New Brunswickers with information on the status of rivers, potential ice jams and other flood issues across the province during the coming weeks. Tue, 14 Mar 2023 13:22:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2023.03.0124.html The provincial and federal governments have announced $17.92 million for infrastructure projects, fire departments and municipalities with increased populations due to local governance reform that took effect Jan. 1. Mon, 13 Mar 2023 13:38:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2023.03.0116.html Ice-fishing shelters must be removed from all provincial waterways no later than March 15. Wed, 08 Mar 2023 09:06:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2023.02.0065.html The provincial government will align with its Atlantic Canadian counterparts by opting for the federal backstop on carbon pricing. Thu, 16 Feb 2023 13:13:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2023.01.0040.html The provincial government announced today it is committing funding of up to $40 million over ten years to the regional service commissions (RSCs) to support their economic development, labour force development and newcomer retention services. Tue, 31 Jan 2023 09:29:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2023.01.0032.html The provincial government is starting the 180-day public participation process for the renewal of the Class 1 Air Quality Approval to Operate for the Twin Rivers Paper Company pulp mill in Edmundston. Thu, 26 Jan 2023 12:15:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/elg/news/news_release.2022.12.0715.html The number of monitoring locations in New Brunswick showing exceedance of the Canadian Ambient Air Quality Standards for sulphur dioxide declined by more than half in 2021. Fri, 16 Dec 2022 14:28:00 -0400 Tue, 26 Nov 2024 08:59:00 -0400