https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news.html Natural Resources and Energy Development https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2024.04.0157.html As wildfires increase across the country, New Brunswickers are being urged to do what they can to prevent wildfires in their own province. Tue, 16 Apr 2024 13:15:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2024.03.0127.html The provincial government has introduced legislation aimed at facilitating New Brunswick’s clean energy transition and promoting economic development. Wed, 20 Mar 2024 12:01:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2024.02.0079.html The provincial government has announced the members of the energy transition working group, which will engage First Nations and key stakeholders on its recently released clean energy strategy. Wed, 21 Feb 2024 10:02:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2024.02.0052.html Applications will be open between now and March 1 to fish regular Crown reserve waters. Mon, 05 Feb 2024 12:54:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2024.02.0049.html The provincial government is adding wild turkey to the list of game that youth are allowed to hunt. Thu, 01 Feb 2024 14:38:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2024.01.0038.html The provincial government has released its Hydrogen Roadmap, which is part of its clean energy strategy, Powering our Economy and the World with Clean Energy – Our Path Forward to 2035. Tue, 30 Jan 2024 09:40:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2023.12.0616.html The government has released its strategy on how to transition the province to clean energy, while ensuring affordability for New Brunswickers and economic growth. Wed, 13 Dec 2023 09:47:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2023.11.0592.html A second memorandum of understanding in support of energy development and co-operation has been signed between the provincial government and the Czech Republic. Thu, 30 Nov 2023 08:59:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2023.11.0582.html The provincial government will be represented at the World Nuclear Exhibition, which takes place in Paris today through Thursday. Tue, 28 Nov 2023 13:36:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2023.10.0513.html The provincial government is investing an additional $30 million this fiscal year in the Enhanced Energy Savings Program to help more homeowners and renters make their homes more energy efficient and manage their monthly energy bills. Fri, 06 Oct 2023 14:37:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2023.09.0474.html The provincial government is congratulating the North Shore Mi’kmaq Tribal Council on signing an equity deal with Moltex Energy Canada and ARC Clean Technology Canada. Mon, 25 Sep 2023 13:50:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2023.09.0449.html The provincial government has made changes to regulations under the Fish and Wildlife Act to create more opportunities for people who enjoy hunting and trapping in New Brunswick. Fri, 08 Sep 2023 16:03:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2023.08.0432.html The provincial government released a new forestry management strategy today that aims to restore balance and fulfill a commitment to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes for the environment, society and the economy through a focus on conservation, sustainable forest management principles, and economic development. Wed, 30 Aug 2023 10:40:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2023.08.0417.html The provincial government has released the 2023 State of the Forest report entitled Excellence in Forest Management – Understanding our System. The report was created to provide more awareness of the way Crown forests are managed. Thu, 24 Aug 2023 11:48:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2023.07.0368.html The provincial government will expand its rabies prevention program next month. Mon, 24 Jul 2023 10:44:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2023.07.0345.html The following statement was issued today by Premier Blaine Higgs regarding provincial action on federal clean fuel regulations: Sat, 08 Jul 2023 12:10:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2023.07.0340.html Current and future maple syrup producers will benefit from an additional 5,000 hectares of forested Crown land available for leasing over the next five years. Tue, 04 Jul 2023 10:27:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2023.06.0301.html The provincial government has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Czech Republic focused on bilateral co-operation in support of energy innovation and other economic activities. Thu, 15 Jun 2023 10:11:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2023.06.0292.html The provincial government will promote its energy vision and how it can be a global leader for clean energy at the Canadian Nuclear Society’s 47th annual conference that is underway in Saint John from June 4 to 7. Mon, 05 Jun 2023 13:39:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2023.06.0290.html The provincial government is planning to send more fire crews and staff to Nova Scotia early next week to help combat forest fires. Fri, 02 Jun 2023 15:40:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2023.06.0284.html With the Stein Lake area fire remaining manageable, air tankers and support planes from New Brunswick continue to support Nova Scotia in combatting their forest fires. Thu, 01 Jun 2023 13:56:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2023.05.0281.html Fire lines have been maintained for the past two days at the Stein Lake area fire and the fire management team is confident that it is manageable at this time. However, fire officials warn this could change. Wed, 31 May 2023 14:53:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2023.05.0276.html Staff from the Department of Natural Resources and Energy Development and other agencies continue to fight a wildfire in the Stein Lake area of Charlotte County. Tue, 30 May 2023 14:18:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2023.05.0271.html Staff from the Department of Natural Resources and Energy Development and other agencies continue to fight a wildfire in the Stein Lake areas of Charlotte County. Mon, 29 May 2023 16:44:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2023.05.0244.html New Brunswick hunters may apply until June 9 for a chance to have their name drawn for the 2023 moose hunt. Mon, 15 May 2023 10:45:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2023.05.0238.html The provincial government will continue its rabies prevention program in western New Brunswick this spring. Thu, 11 May 2023 10:39:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2023.04.0198.html The results of the province’s wild turkey draw are now available. Mon, 24 Apr 2023 09:02:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2023.04.0183.html The provincial government is establishing a Crown Lands and Forests Advisory Board to provide input to the minister of Natural Resources and Energy Development. Thu, 20 Apr 2023 10:40:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2023.04.0175.html The provincial government has signed an agreement with the Province of Saskatchewan to further enhance collaboration on the development and deployment of small modular reactors (SMRs). Mon, 17 Apr 2023 12:47:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2023.04.0174.html The 2023 forest fire season in New Brunswick begins on April 17 and ends Oct. 31. Mon, 17 Apr 2023 11:43:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2023.04.0159.html The provincial government is making available to the public a number of one-acre Crown land camp lots for rent. Wed, 05 Apr 2023 09:49:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2022.12.0718.html The provincial government has passed legislation that will allow additional royalties to be collected to add to the Private Woodlot Sustainability Fund starting this summer. Mon, 19 Dec 2022 12:30:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2022.12.0703.html The provincial government announced today that it is protecting an additional 277,900 hectares of Crown land to reach its goal of protecting 10 per cent of the province’s land and freshwater. Tue, 13 Dec 2022 11:27:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2022.11.0655.html The provincial government is investing an additional $40 million to help homeowners and renters make their homes more energy efficient and manage their monthly energy bills. Wed, 23 Nov 2022 12:43:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2022.11.0645.html The provincial government has introduced legislation intended to reduce the volatility of energy prices and enable retailers of petroleum products to recuperate their costs, while continuing to provide consumers with fair market prices. Tue, 15 Nov 2022 16:34:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2022.11.0632.html The Department of Agriculture, Aquaculture and Fisheries has confirmed a positive case of rabies in a raccoon in the Upper Kent area, between Florenceville-Bristol and Perth-Andover. Thu, 10 Nov 2022 12:31:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2022.11.0631.html The provincial government is investing $600,000 in forest research in northern New Brunswick. Thu, 10 Nov 2022 11:33:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2022.10.0591.html The provincial government has issued a request for proposals for potash exploration in the Salt Springs and Cassidy Lake areas, southeast of Norton. Fri, 21 Oct 2022 15:59:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2022.09.0530.html The provincial government and NB Power are working together to help homeowners and renters make their homes more energy efficient and manage their monthly power bills. Wed, 28 Sep 2022 12:18:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2022.09.0493.html The provincial government and NB Power are hosting a delegation from the Government of Saskatchewan and SaskPower as they explore the development and deployment of small modular reactors (SMRs) to supply safe and reliable zero-emissions baseload power to residents and businesses in their province. Tue, 06 Sep 2022 16:39:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2022.07.0393.html The provincial government is investing $350,000 in a project that aims to conserve and restore wetlands along the lower Saint John River and mitigate the effects of climate change. Wed, 27 Jul 2022 13:30:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2022.07.0386.html The provincial government is continuing its rabies prevention and control measures in western New Brunswick this summer. Tue, 26 Jul 2022 09:14:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2022.07.0367.html The first 84 Nature Legacy protected areas have been established by the provincial government. Thu, 14 Jul 2022 10:31:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2022.06.0287.html New Brunswickers will be able to fish without a licence June 4-5 during this year’s Fish New Brunswick Days. Wed, 01 Jun 2022 13:01:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2022.05.0246.html New Brunswick hunters may apply until June 10 for a chance to have their name drawn for the 2022 moose hunt. Mon, 16 May 2022 10:52:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2022.04.0200.html The 2022 forest fire season in New Brunswick begins on April 18 and ends Oct. 31. Thu, 14 Apr 2022 13:51:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2022.04.0193.html A new class of resident moose licence will give New Brunswick hunters a chance to win a licence while supporting a non-profit organization. Mon, 11 Apr 2022 12:43:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2022.03.0166.html A strategic plan on the use of small modular reactors (SMRs) was released today by the governments of New Brunswick, Ontario, Saskatchewan and Alberta. Tue, 29 Mar 2022 09:12:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2022.03.0125.html A positive case of avian influenza has been detected in New Brunswick. Wed, 09 Mar 2022 16:03:00 -0400 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/news/news_release.2022.01.0052.html The province’s hunter education course will be available online starting Feb. 1. The course will feature comprehensive, interactive online instruction covering all aspects of hunter safety with end-of-chapter quizzes and reviews. Mon, 31 Jan 2022 16:22:00 -0400 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 13:15:00 -0400