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Government of New Brunswick - Office of the Premier Press Releases

185 Press Releases
  • Published on September 13, 2022 - 22:51 GMT

    National Day of Mourning to be observed in New Brunswick on Monday, Sept. 19

    CANADA, September 13 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – Government offices and schools in New Brunswick will be closed on Monday, Sept. 19, as part of the National Day of Mourning for the passing of the Queen. This one-time provincial and national holiday is intended …

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  • Published on September 10, 2022 - 20:42 GMT

    Accession proclamation ceremony held in Fredericton

    CANADA, September 10 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – Lt.-Gov. Brenda Murphy presided over the accession proclamation ceremony for His Majesty King Charles III at Government House this afternoon in Fredericton. In the presence of Premier Blaine Higgs, members of the …

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  • Published on September 9, 2022 - 07:11 GMT

    Passing of the Queen

    CANADA, September 8 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – The following statement was issued today by Premier Blaine Higgs: Earlier today, I was saddened to learn of the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. On behalf of New Brunswickers, I extend to His Majesty and all members …

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  • Published on August 23, 2022 - 23:32 GMT

    Message of support for hydrogen development at Port of Belledune

    CANADA, August 23 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – The following statement was issued today by Premier Blaine Higgs: On behalf of the government of New Brunswick, I am excited by the possibility of being part of an Atlantic Canadian solution for supplying clean …

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  • Published on August 23, 2022 - 09:33 GMT

    Maritime and Ontario premiers call for urgent action to renew health-care partnership

    CANADA, August 22 - MONCTON (GNB) – The premiers of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and Ontario have called upon the federal government to take urgent action to ensure the viability and sustainability of health-care services across Canada …

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  • Published on August 20, 2022 - 05:03 GMT

    Statement on the passing of Mabel DeWare

    CANADA, August 19 - 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 former MLA and senator Mabel DeWare. She was passionate about public service, …

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  • Published on August 15, 2022 - 14:41 GMT

    Premier’s message for National Acadian Day

    CANADA, August 15 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – The following message was issued by Premier Blaine Higgs to mark National Acadian Day: Today, I join all New Brunswickers in marking National Acadian Day and celebrating the culture of Acadian people. On National …

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  • Published on August 2, 2022 - 00:45 GMT

    2022 recipients of the Order of New Brunswick announced

    CANADA, August 1 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – The names of the 10 new recipients of the Order of New Brunswick were announced today as part of New Brunswick Day celebrations in Fredericton. “It is with the greatest respect and admiration that I congratulate the …

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  • Published on July 29, 2022 - 14:45 GMT

    Premier’s message for New Brunswick Day

    CANADA, July 29 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – The following message was issued by Premier Blaine Higgs to mark New Brunswick Day, Monday, Aug. 1: Today I join you in celebrating what it means to be a New Brunswicker. Whether you hold deep roots in the province or …

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  • Published on July 16, 2022 - 00:14 GMT

    Changes announced to health-care leadership

    CANADA, July 15 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – Premier Blaine Higgs has announced changes to cabinet and the senior ranks of New Brunswick’s health-care system. “We know – and New Brunswickers know – that our health-care system is in crisis,” said Higgs. “I am …

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  • Published on July 1, 2022 - 01:51 GMT

    Formal response on Official Languages Act review to come in fall

    CANADA, June 30 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – To ensure a thorough evaluation of the recommendations made through the review of the Official Languages Act, the provincial government will provide a formal response in the fall. “Providing an appropriate and …

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  • Published on July 1, 2022 - 01:51 GMT

    Changes announced to senior government leadership

    CANADA, June 30 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – Premier Blaine Higgs announced changes today to the senior ranks of the provincial public service. Eric Beaulieu becomes the deputy minister of Health. Jim Mehan, a long-time public servant in the province, becomes …

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  • Published on July 1, 2022 - 01:51 GMT

    Canada Day message

    CANADA, June 30 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – The following message was issued today by Premier Blaine Higgs to mark Canada Day, Friday, July 1: On Canada Day, New Brunswickers join their fellow Canadians from coast to coast in celebrating our nation’s 155th …

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  • Published on June 25, 2022 - 00:35 GMT

    Six New Brunswickers named to electoral boundaries commission

    CANADA, June 24 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – Six New Brunswickers have been named to the province’s Electoral Boundaries and Representation Commission, Premier Blaine Higgs announced today. Co-chairs Roger Clinch and Camille Thériault will be joined by …

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  • Published on June 21, 2022 - 23:20 GMT

    Statement on National Indigenous Peoples Day

    CANADA, June 21 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – The following statement was issued today by Premier Blaine Higgs and Aboriginal Affairs Minister Arlene Dunn to mark National Indigenous Peoples Day: It is a privilege to join all New Brunswickers in celebrating …

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  • Published on June 7, 2022 - 21:47 GMT

    Ukrainian nationals arriving in New Brunswick

    CANADA, June 7 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – A chartered flight will arrive in New Brunswick today, carrying 170 Ukrainians who are fleeing the conflict in their home country. Premier Blaine Higgs, Arlene Dunn, who is the minister responsible for immigration and …

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  • Published on June 2, 2022 - 23:06 GMT

    Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal

    CANADA, June 2 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – A new medal will serve as the centrepiece for New Brunswick’s celebration of the 70th anniversary of the Queen’s accession to the throne. The Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal program was launched today on the …

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  • Published on May 12, 2022 - 23:10 GMT

    Premier to meet with secretary general of the International Organization of La Francophonie

    CANADA, May 12 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – Premier Blaine Higgs will meet on Friday with Louise Mushikiwabo, the secretary general of the International Organization of La Francophonie. The meeting is part of her official visit to Canada from May 9 to 14. “I look …

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  • Published on May 5, 2022 - 19:14 GMT

    New Brunswick and Nova Scotia selected to host 2023 World Juniors

    CANADA, May 5 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – New Brunswick and Nova Scotia have been selected to host the 2023 World Junior Ice Hockey Championship. Russia was originally scheduled to host the tournament but the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) removed …

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  • Published on April 20, 2022 - 19:08 GMT

    Recognition of adult literacy educators on New Brunswick Literacy Day

    CANADA, April 20 - FREDERICTON (GNB) – The following statement was issued today by Premier Blaine Higgs in recognition of New Brunswick Literacy Day, Wednesday, April 20: Today, as part of New Brunswick Literacy Day, I want to take the opportunity to …

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