Possible Covid-19 Exposure Temporarily Closes Nine N.B. Dollarama Stores
The Public Health order impacts nine stores from Fredericton to Edmundston, including six in the capital region.
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Cannabis NB Continues To Be Profitable
Third-quarter results released this week show the Crown corporation posted a net profit of $2.8-million.
Saint John Saputo Plant Will Shut Down For Good This Month
A total of 65 workers will lose their jobs as of January 31st.
Nova Scotia Universities To Receive $25-Million In Government Aid
The ten universities in Nova Scotia will receive a combined $25 million in Covid-19 relieve from the provincial government, to help them stay afloat financially during these uncertain times. Universities everywhere, much like the business community, are suffering from the loss of revenue from tuition, residents fees, and other sources of income. The money is expected to be transferred from the government to the universities within the coming weeks.
Porter Airlines To Resume Flights in March
The airline said the tentative date to resume operations is March 29, but with no firm commitment to return to the Maritimes.
Third Person Dies Amid Covid-19 Outbreak At Saint John Nursing Home
Public Health said the Parkland resident died “as a result of underlying complications, including Covid-19.”
Saint John Tool Library Moving To New Location
The library and training centre will stay in the uptown area, moving from its 160 Union Street location to 100 Princess Street.
PLATO Testing Receives $500,000 Investment
The Fredericton-based company will use the investment from Raven Indigenous Capital Partners to support the training and employment of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit students as software testers.
Halifax Loses Flights Amid 1,900 New Air Canada Layoffs
Air Canada will cut close to 2,000 jobs across the country, affecting flights in Halifax and Fredericton.
Restaurants Sales in Nova Scotia Saw $400,000,000 Dip In 2020
Restaurant revenue dropped by more than 24 percent in 2020, and the recovery to pre-pandemic levels will be slow says Luc Erjavec of Restaurants Canada.
