CANADA, June 1 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – 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. “I thank our firefighters for their hard work to …
CANADA, May 31 - SAINT ANDREWS (GNB) – 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. …
CANADA, May 29 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – The following statement was issued today by Premier Blaine Higgs regarding the forest fire situation in the province: There were 15 separate forest fires burning on Sunday across New Brunswick with just one, the Stein …
CANADA, May 29 - SAINT ANDREWS (GNB) – 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. There were 15 separate forest fires burning on Sunday …
CANADA, May 27 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – The following statement was issued today by Premier Blaine Higgs regarding the review of Policy 713: Over the last few weeks, Policy 713, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity, has gotten a lot of attention. …
CANADA, May 10 - ROTTERDAM, Netherlands (GNB) – Premier Blaine Higgs presented the province’s energy vision and promoted New Brunswick as a rising global energy leader to an international audience at the world’s largest hydrogen summit in Rotterdam, …
CANADA, May 9 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – The provincial government introduced legislation today that would modernize the nomination and selection process for the Order of New Brunswick. The intent of the changes is to safeguard the integrity of the province’s …
CANADA, May 6 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – The following statement was issued today by Premier Blaine Higgs regarding the coronation of King Charles III: Today marked a significant moment in the history of Canada and New Brunswick as we celebrated the coronation …
CANADA, May 5 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – Premier Blaine Higgs will travel to the Netherlands and France as part of a trade mission to promote New Brunswick as a global energy leader and build on longstanding economic ties. As part of the mission, Higgs will …
CANADA, May 3 - SAINT JOHN (GNB) – More than 150 newcomer professionals gathered with government and private-sector stakeholders on Tuesday for a summit on workforce preparedness. “Newcomers have the skills and personal gifts we value – their cultures, …
CANADA, April 4 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – The following statement was issued today by Premier Blaine Higgs regarding the results of the provincial election on Prince Edward Island: I congratulate Premier Dennis King on his re-election and his Progressive …
CANADA, March 29 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – The provincial government today introduced a bill to amend the Official Languages Act. The purpose of the amendments is to: define the role and functions of the new Secretariat of Official Languages; make the …
CANADA, March 23 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – Byelections will be held on Monday, April 24, in the provincial ridings of Restigouche-Chaleur, Dieppe, and Bathurst East-Nepisiguit-Saint-Isidore, Premier Blaine Higgs announced today. “Holding these byelections will …
CANADA, March 22 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – 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. Arlene Dunn, minister responsible for …
CANADA, February 24 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – The following statement on the war in Ukraine was issued today by Premier Blaine Higgs: It is hard to believe that a year has passed since Russia launched its violent attack against Ukraine. New Brunswickers have …
CANADA, February 23 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – Premier Blaine Higgs has announced a change to the senior ranks of the provincial public service. Effective Feb. 28, Ryan Donaghy becomes the deputy minister of Education and Early Childhood Development (anglophone …
CANADA, February 16 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – The provincial government will align with its Atlantic Canadian counterparts by opting for the federal backstop on carbon pricing. Pending federal approval, the federal government will be applying its carbon tax …
CANADA, February 15 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – Members of the public are invited to submit nominations for the Order of New Brunswick. Established in 2000, the Order of New Brunswick is the province's highest honour. It is designed to celebrate New …
CANADA, February 10 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – Premier Blaine Higgs delivered his annual state of the province address today, highlighting the province’s growth and continued opportunities in health care, education, energy development, and the economy. “From …
CANADA, January 30 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – The following statement of condolence was issued today by Premier Blaine Higgs: Marcia and I were saddened to learn of the passing of accomplished Acadian actress and former senator Viola Léger. Throughout her life, …
