Trudeau Announces A 75 Percent Rent Break For Small Businesses
The Prime Minister says the program will cover most of the rent for small businesses in the months of April, May, and June.
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New Brunswick Lifts Restrictions On ‘Low-Risk’ Public Activities
In the “orange” phase of a four-phase strategy, the province will allow public parks, beaches and golf courses to reopen. It will also open fishing and hunting seasons and allow for outdoor religious services.
New Brunswick Plans To Reopen Economy Soon, But Sets No Firm Date
The province will be announcing a plan in the coming days to loosen restrictions imposed under the state of emergency, including the gradual re-opening of the economy, the premier announced Thursday.
Construction On ‘The Telegraph’ Building Set To Begin
The mixed-use building in uptown Saint John will have six floors, including commercial space on the ground floor, and 32 residential units.
Propel Wants To Help Tech Startups Anywhere, Anytime
The Atlantic Canadian organization said the transition to a continuous intake model makes it well-positioned to help startups through the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Homecare Working Conditions ‘Abysmal’ Says N.S. Union President
Jason MacLean does not mince words when asked what working conditions are like for Nova Scotia’s homecare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. “I’d characterize working conditions as abysmal, and working conditions are not consistent across the board,” said the President of Nova Scotia Government and General Employees Union.
Energia Ventures Seeks Startups For Accelerator Program
The program to help develop energy, smart grid, cleantech and cybersecurity businesses is free for participants and runs out of the University of New Brunswick in Fredericton.
N.B. Has No New Cases Of COVID-19 For Fourth Straight Day
The province has only 14 active cases and no one has been admitted to hospital with the virus since April 12.
BDC Expects Canada’s Economy To Begin Re-Opening In May
Manufacturing and construction generally come first, followed by small retailers, large retailers, some tourism, and finally, large gatherings and events, says BDC Chief Economist Pierre Cléroux.
Famous Saint John Faces Will Move To A New Home On Union Street
The murals will be joined by other new residents as the owners of Union Station have completed renovations and are ready to greet residential and commercial tenants.
