Chorus Posts Q1 Financial Loses But Boasts Some Bright Spots
The Halifax-based operator of Jazz Aviation lost $38.1-million in the first quarter of 2021 as the airline industry continued to struggle with the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic.
New Brunswick
Acadia Broadcasting Begins Operating Two Radio Stations In Halifax
The acquisition of Hot Country 103.5 and Jewel 105 from HFX Broadcasting Inc., a subsidiary of Evanov Communications Inc., was approved last month by the Canadian Radio-television Telecommunications Commission.
Newcomer Business Owner Launches Online Marketplace For Local Vendors
As a way to bridge the gap between large retail corporations and locally-owned businesses, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic, University of New Brunswick student Shogonya Mnyonge founded Flourish Sales Corp.
Moncton Developer Purchases Former Bell Aliant Building
Moncton-based property developer Thrive Properties has purchased the former Bell Aliant on Mapleton Road to make way for multi-residential apartment buildings for seniors.
The Wheelhouse Becoming Affordable Housing For Youth
The co-working space and business centre in Saint John’s Waterloo Village will soon become affordable housing for youth connected to work and education programs in the neighbourhood.
Province Proposes Tax Cut Using Carbon Tax Revenue
The Higgs government has proposed using a portion of its $163-million carbon tax revenue to lower income tax rates for those in the lowest tax bracket.
Saint John Airport Gets Federal Funds
The airport will get a portion of $65 million from the Airport Relief Fund, a new program set up to offer financial relief to help Canadian airports keep going.
Moncton Airport Receives $5-Million Federal Funding Boost
The Greater Moncton Roméo LeBlanc International Airport (YQM) will use the funds for the rehabilitation of its primary runway, taxiway signage, and a new aircraft rescue and fire fighting vehicle.
Morin Soaps Opens Saint John Storefront In Market Square
Many of Ashley Morin’s soaps are scented and shaped like desserts, from chocolate macarons to cinnamon donuts, that look so real you think you could eat them at a glance.
Slocum & Ferris Reopens In Saint John City Market
The iconic shop, founded in 1895 and recognized internationally for its dulse-related products, has been closed since the COVID-19 pandemic began last March.
