U.S. Increases Duties On Canadian Softwood Lumber
The U.S. Commerce Department announced November 24 that tariffs for most producers would increase to 17.9 percent. That is nearly double the current rate of 8.99 percent.
Moncton
Dealerships Struggle With New Vehicle Shortages
A shortage of microchips throughout most of 2021 has created disruptions in the automobile supply chain.
Brainworks Bounces Back From Disaster With New Downtown Moncton Home
The marketing agency is finishing up work on its new home at 413 Main St. This marks the final chapter of a fraught saga for Brainworks that began with a fire at its former location at 171 Lutz Street in April.
Former Port CEO Sworn In As Senator
Jim Quinn was among eight new Canadian senators to be sworn in on Monday.
More Than 99 Percent Of N.B. Government Workers Are Vaccinated
Fewer than 600 provincial government employees in New Brunswick are currently unvaccinated against Covid-19. They remain on unpaid leave.
Fredericton’s Introhive Says Employee Satisfaction Contributes To Higher Revenues
Fredericton’s Introhive is breaking records by taking home awards for employee satisfaction and company growth.
Caravan And Company Opens Dieppe Physical Storefront
Erin Keatch is opening a permanent brick-and-mortar home in Dieppe for Caravan and Company, her eclectic collection of clothing, jewelry, and accessories.
Point Lepreau Seeking Operating Licence Renewal
In January 2021, NB Power sent its renewal application to the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission, an independent federal nuclear regulator. Since early July 2021, officials from the CNSC have been reviewing the application.
‘Staffing Pressures’ Reported Amid New Vaccine Mandate
Health Minister Dorothy Shephard says that, as of late Friday, about 325 employees within the Horizon and Vitalité health networks did not meet the province’s new vaccination mandate.
Crystal Cure Launches New Brunswick’s First On-Site Cannabis Sales
Crystal Cure is the first company to roll out Cannabis NB’s FarmGate program and among the first in Canada to roll out an on-site store.
