News Releases - Government of New Brunswick https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/recent_news.html News Releases - Government of New Brunswick en New community hub announced for north end of Saint John https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.04.0161.html A community hub with child-care facilities is being integrated into the design of the new kindergarten-to-Grade 5 school in the north end of Saint John. Fri, 19 Apr 2024 10:21:00 -0400 Funding to repair roof of New Brunswick Botanical Garden’s welcome building https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.04.0160.html The provincial government has approved up to $1.5 million for repairs to the roof of the welcome and administrative building at the New Brunswick Botanical Garden in Edmundston. Fri, 19 Apr 2024 09:34:00 -0400 Seven arrested after contraband seized from three cannabis dispensaries https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.04.0158.html Peace officers with the Department of Justice and Public Safety arrested seven people and seized cannabis-related items and cash after searches at cannabis dispensaries in Saint John, Riverview and Moncton. Thu, 18 Apr 2024 08:43:00 -0400 Prevention measures encouraged as new wildfire season begins https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/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 Implementation plan for long-term recommendations to improve anglophone education sector https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.04.0156.html The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development has released an implementation plan and accountability framework for a steering committee’s long-term recommendations to improve the anglophone education sector. Tue, 16 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0400 Statement from minister of health https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.04.0153.html The following statement was issued today by Health Minister Bruce Fitch. Mon, 15 Apr 2024 14:11:00 -0400 Close of nominations for local government byelections https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.04.0152.html With the close of nominations today, byelections will be held on Monday, May 6, for the following local governments. Fri, 12 Apr 2024 15:36:00 -0400 Coroner’s inquest makes recommendations to improve efficiency of emergency departments https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.04.0151.html A jury at a coroner’s inquest has made recommendations aimed at improving emergency department services. Tue, 09 Apr 2024 16:18:00 -0400 Statement on the passing of Susan Stultz https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.04.0150.html The following message of condolence was issued by Premier Blaine Higgs following the passing of former provincial cabinet minister and MLA Susan Stultz. Tue, 09 Apr 2024 16:08:00 -0400 REVISED / Additional $200 million to support enrolment growth, teacher recruitment and child-care access https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.04.0149.html This year’s $1.9 billion budget for the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development was tabled today at the legislative assembly. This represents an increase of $200 million over last year’s budget. Tue, 09 Apr 2024 10:55:00 -0400 New Brunswick agriculture industry records consecutive years of record exports and farm cash receipts https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.04.0148.html The province’s agriculture industry enjoyed a second straight year of record exports and farm cash receipts. Tue, 09 Apr 2024 09:34:00 -0400 Moncton-based corporate sign manufacturer aims to expand market, workforce https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.04.0147.html The success and future expansion of a Moncton-based corporate sign manufacturer is being recognized by the provincial government. Fri, 05 Apr 2024 10:59:00 -0400 Public Health reminds New Brunswickers of risks posed by solar eclipse https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.04.0146.html New Brunswickers are encouraged to be mindful of the potential harm that could be caused by the solar eclipse happening on Monday, April 8. Thu, 04 Apr 2024 14:57:00 -0400 Worldwide bike tour makes New Brunswick debut at Sugarloaf Provincial Park https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.04.0145.html Sugarloaf Provincial Park will be hosting the Crankworx Summer Series as part of the Adrenaline Bike Festival in August. Thu, 04 Apr 2024 11:46:00 -0400 Announcement of 10 Étincelles Award recipients https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.04.0144.html The names of the recipients of the second annual Étincelles awards were announced this week. Thu, 04 Apr 2024 10:08:00 -0400 Nursing Homes Without Walls program reaches milestone of 20 locations https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.04.0143.html The Nursing Homes Without Walls program has expanded to 20 locations around the province. Wed, 03 Apr 2024 10:12:00 -0400 Nominations open for local government byelections https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.04.0142.html Nominations are open in eight local governments to fill 11 vacancies in byelections to be held on Monday, May 6. Wed, 03 Apr 2024 09:51:00 -0400 High school graduates can now apply for 2024 NB Proud Awards https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.04.0141.html Opportunities NB is inviting 2024 high school graduates enrolled in New Brunswick post-secondary institutions to apply for one of its five NB Proud Awards. Tue, 02 Apr 2024 13:34:00 -0400 Coroner’s inquest scheduled https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.04.0140.html A coroner’s inquest into the death of Darrell Mesheau will be held April 8-11 at the Fredericton Inn, 1315 Regent St. Tue, 02 Apr 2024 12:47:00 -0400 Minimum wage increases to $15.30 per hour https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.04.0139.html New Brunswick’s minimum wage rose to $15.30 per hour on Monday. Tue, 02 Apr 2024 11:43:00 -0400 REVISED / Applications for 2024 low-income seniors’ benefit now available https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.04.0138.html Applications are now available for the 2024 Low-Income Seniors’ Benefit, which increased to $600 on April 1. Tue, 02 Apr 2024 09:31:00 -0400 Legislation proposed to provide tax credits for volunteer firefighters, search and rescue volunteers https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.03.0137.html Legislation introduced today, if passed, would provide provincial non-refundable tax credits for people who volunteer as firefighters and search and rescue workers. Tue, 26 Mar 2024 16:15:00 -0400 Amendments aim to curb illegal cannabis sales https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.03.0136.html The provincial government has introduced amendments to the Cannabis Control Act aimed at increasing compliance, reducing the sale of illegal cannabis and preventing young people from consuming the drug. Tue, 26 Mar 2024 15:03:00 -0400 Amendments intended to prevent vaping by youth https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.03.0135.html The provincial government has introduced amendments to the Tobacco and Electronic Cigarette Sales Act to prevent vaping by youngsters. Tue, 26 Mar 2024 14:54:00 -0400 Agreements signed with federal government to improve health care and long-term care https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.03.0134.html The provincial and federal governments have signed two bilateral agreements aimed at improving access to health and long-term care services. Tue, 26 Mar 2024 13:10:00 -0400 Fri, 19 Apr 2024 10:21:00 -0400