Trucking Alliance Denounces Highway Protests Against Vaccine Mandate
Convoys of truckers are making their way toward Ottawa in protest of the new requirements.
Nova Scotia
UNB Faculty Of Management A Great Springboard For Ambitious, Adaptable Entrepreneurs
The University of New Brunswick’s Faculty of Management is a great springboard for startups of all kinds – just ask program graduate Kara Angus, the founder and owner of Go-Go Gymnastics.
The Case For A Single Maritime Province Isn’t So Strong Anymore
David Campbell reflects on the old idea (that he, in some part, advocated for) that the Maritime provinces should join together in a union–and why he doesn’t think it’s necessary anymore.
Halifax Entrepreneur Looks To ‘Inspire’ People To Give To Those In Need
While fundraising for three people living in tents, Shona Humber decided to start Inspire902, a non-profit with an open-ended mandate to fundraise for Nova Scotians in need of assistance.
Office Vacancy Rates Climb Across The Maritimes
More office space hitting the market sent vacancy rates upward in five of Atlantic Canada’s largest cities.
N.S. Government Will Consult With Daycare Operators After Public Backlash
A week ago, privately owned daycare operators had a virtual meeting with the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development. In that one-hour call, the department told operators they had until March 18 to choose from three options on how their daycare would work going forward.
New Antigonish Pharmacy Offers Prescriptions In Reusable Containers
The Glass Vial Movement allows customers to get their prescriptions refilled in reusable glass containers instead of single-use plastic.
Atlantic Canada Must Overcome Low Wages, High Taxes To Address Skills Shortage: APEC
There are now only seven new entrants into the labour force for every 10 retirees. In 1990, there were 20 new entrants for every 10 retirees.
Consumer Inflation Reached 4.8 Percent In December
Canadian Consumer Inflation continued to soar in December on the back of unfavorable weather conditions and ongoing supply chain challenges.
Confusion And Anger: Explaining The Ultimatum Given To N.S. Daycare Owners
The provincial government has given for-profit daycares three broad options: remain a private business under strict funding guidelines controlled by the province, become a non-profit, or decide to go it alone outside the system without any government help.
