https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news.html Executive Council Office https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2024.02.0051.html Premier Blaine Higgs announced changes to cabinet today, with two ministers taking on added responsibilities. Fri, 02 February 2024 10:50:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2024.01.0028.html Premier Blaine Higgs announced changes to the senior ranks of the provincial public service today. Fri, 26 January 2024 11:34:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2023.12.0605.html The task force examining the operations of American Iron and Metal (AIM) at Port Saint John and the fire that occurred at the AIM site on Sept. 14 has released its final report. Tue, 05 December 2023 10:45:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2023.11.0548.html The task force examining the events at American Iron and Metal (AIM) in Saint John on Sept. 14 met again this week. Fri, 10 November 2023 20:57:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2023.10.0525.html The task force examining the events at American Iron and Metal (AIM) in Saint John on Sept. 14 met again today. Fri, 20 October 2023 15:37:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2023.10.0520.html The Department of Health is offering gardeners in the Saint John area advice and information in response to questions received following last month’s fire at the American Iron and Metal (AIM) premises. Fri, 13 October 2023 15:24:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2023.10.0517.html The following joint statement was issued by the provincial government and Port Saint John. Thu, 12 October 2023 14:25:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2023.10.0502.html The task force examining the events at American Iron and Metal (AIM) on Sept. 14 met again last Friday. Wed, 04 October 2023 16:11:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2023.09.0473.html The first meeting of the task force examining the events at American Iron and Metal (AIM) on Sept. 14 has taken place. Fri, 22 September 2023 16:00:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2023.06.0316.html New members of the Executive Council were sworn in at a ceremony held today in Fredericton, presided over by Lt.-Gov. Brenda Murphy. Tue, 27 June 2023 08:48:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2023.03.0141.html With the full support of the legislative assembly, the provincial government today proclaimed 2015-2024 the International Decade for People of African Descent in New Brunswick. Wed, 22 March 2023 16:43:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2023.02.0082.html Premier Blaine Higgs has announced a change to the senior ranks of the provincial public service. Thu, 23 February 2023 11:47:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2022.12.0716.html The commissioner appointed to examine the extent and scope of systemic racism in New Brunswick has completed her report and it has been received by government. Fri, 16 December 2022 14:35:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2022.10.0569.html New members of the Executive Council were sworn in at a ceremony held today in Fredericton, presided over by Lt.-Gov. Brenda Murphy. Thu, 13 October 2022 15:27:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2022.09.0505.html A provincial commemorative service for the late Queen Elizabeth II will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 19, at Christ Church Cathedral, 150 Church St, Fredericton. Thu, 15 September 2022 12:31:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2022.07.0370.html Premier Blaine Higgs has announced changes to cabinet and the senior ranks of New Brunswick’s health-care system. Fri, 15 July 2022 15:15:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2022.06.0351.html Premier Blaine Higgs announced changes today to the senior ranks of the provincial public service. Thu, 30 June 2022 13:26:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2022.06.0305.html With the full support of the legislative assembly, the provincial government on Wednesday proclaimed Aug. 1 be known as Emancipation Day. Fri, 10 June 2022 10:41:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2022.02.0093.html Bill Hogan was sworn in as the minister of public safety in a virtual ceremony held today. Wed, 23 February 2022 15:41:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2021.10.0739.html Premier Blaine Higgs has announced a change to the senior ranks of the provincial public service. Thu, 21 October 2021 16:06:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2021.06.0454.html The first session of the 60th legislative assembly adjourned today with another 28 bills passed, focused on developing vibrant and sustainable communities, protecting the environment and improving the education system. Fri, 11 June 2021 15:54:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2021.05.0356.html The 90-day review of the rental landscape in New Brunswick is now complete. Fri, 07 May 2021 10:14:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2021.03.0203.html The provincial government is seeking public comments on the rental situation in New Brunswick. Wed, 17 March 2021 08:53:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2020.09.0499.html Premier Blaine Higgs has announced changes to the senior ranks of the provincial public service. Tue, 29 September 2020 15:07:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2020.09.0498.html Premier Blaine Higgs and the members of the Executive Council were sworn in at a ceremony held today in Fredericton, presided over by Lt.-Gov. Brenda Murphy. Tue, 29 September 2020 14:47:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2020.03.0133.html Following today’s legislative session, the house has risen until further notice in response to COVID-19. Tue, 17 March 2020 16:07:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2020.03.0128.html The provincial government announced today that, based upon recommendations by Dr. Jennifer Russell, the chief medical officer of health, to address the impact of COVID-19 (the novel coronavirus), all non-essential government services will be shut down starting Tuesday, March 17, until further notice. Mon, 16 March 2020 15:52:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2020.03.0121.html The all-party cabinet committee has met and agreed to close New Brunswick public schools. Effective Monday, March 16, all schools across the province will be closed for two weeks. This is in response to the COVID-19 situation. This closure will be reassessed on an ongoing basis. Fri, 13 March 2020 19:34:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2020.03.0113.html Premier Blaine Higgs announced today that an all-party cabinet committee has been formed on novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Thu, 12 March 2020 14:49:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2020.02.0071.html Changes to the cabinet were announced today, including a new tourism, heritage and culture minister and a new minister responsible for La Francophonie. Fri, 21 February 2020 11:34:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2020.02.0062.html Premier Blaine Higgs today announced changes to the senior ranks of the provincial public service. Thu, 13 February 2020 12:22:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2019.11.0577.html Premier Blaine Higgs today announced changes to the senior ranks of the provincial public service. Thu, 07 November 2019 14:44:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2019.09.0510.html The provincial government today laid out a roadmap for the future of New Brunswick that focuses on key priorities and the importance of public accountability. Tue, 24 September 2019 10:08:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2019.08.0456.html The selection committee has decided to extend the deadline to apply for competitions for two legislative officer positions. Wed, 14 August 2019 11:45:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2019.07.0428.html The process to fill two legislative officer positions is underway. Competitions for the commissioner of official languages and the integrity commissioner were announced today. Tue, 23 July 2019 10:00:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2019.04.0261.html Provincial government offices in downtown Fredericton will be open on Monday, April 29 since access to roads, bridges and parking lots has improved. Employees are expected to resume their regular work arrangements. Sun, 28 April 2019 14:43:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2019.04.0250.html Provincial government offices in downtown Fredericton will be open on Friday, April 26. Thu, 25 April 2019 14:55:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2019.04.0248.html Provincial government offices in downtown Fredericton will be open for normal operations on Thursday, April 25. Wed, 24 April 2019 17:47:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2019.04.0242.html Due to the ongoing constraints on traffic and parking created by the flooding, provincial government offices in Fredericton’s downtown core (the area between the Saint John River and Brunswick Street) will remain open for essential services only on Wednesday, April 24. Government offices outside the downtown core will be open as normal. Tue, 23 April 2019 21:36:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2019.04.0239.html Provincial government offices in downtown Fredericton will be open on Tuesday, April 23. Mon, 22 April 2019 18:21:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2019.02.0131.html Premier Blaine Higgs today announced important changes to the senior ranks of government. Thu, 28 February 2019 12:58:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2019.01.0026.html Given the current winter storm conditions, please be advised that the provincial government offices in the Fredericton area will be closed until 10 a.m. TODAY, Monday, Jan. 21. Mon, 21 January 2019 06:22:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2019.01.0003.html Charles Murray has been appointed as the interim integrity commissioner. Thu, 03 January 2019 08:50:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2018.11.1300.html The provincial government has filed a notice of intervention in Saskatchewan’s court challenge of the federal government’s carbon pricing plan. Thu, 29 November 2018 16:16:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2018.11.1269.html Premier Blaine Higgs and the members of the Executive Council were sworn in during a ceremony today at the legislative assembly in Fredericton. Fri, 09 November 2018 11:39:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2018.11.1262.html Premier-designate Blaine Higgs announced a transition team to liaise with the civil service in the period leading to the swearing-in of the new cabinet. Tue, 06 November 2018 16:25:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2018.10.1219.html Premier Brian Gallant today announced changes to cabinet portfolios. All changes are in an acting capacity. Fri, 05 October 2018 13:57:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2018.09.1195.html New Brunswickers are being asked to perform acts of kindness on Saturday, Sept. 15, to help mark the second annual Becca Schofield Day, which was proclaimed today by the provincial government. Sat, 01 September 2018 12:21:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2018.06.0788.html Former Official Languages Commissioner Michel A. Carrier has been appointed as the interim commissioner, Premier Brian Gallant announced today. Wed, 20 June 2018 14:09:00 +0300 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/departments/executive_council/news/news_release.2018.05.0659.html The provincial government has doubled funding for the New Brunswick’s Women’s Council. Thu, 31 May 2018 14:30:00 +0300 Fri, 02 February 2024 10:50:00 +0300