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.
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Low Wage Workers Like Justin Poulain Prove Their True Value In A Crisis
He says he’s not a hero, but the Halifax delivery driver spends every shift interacting with staff at the restaurants he works for and the people he delivers to, and the threat of COVID-19 is always on his mind.
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.
Jean Coutu Pharmacies Donate $50,000 To N.B. United Way Chapters
The donation will support vulnerable individuals and families, as well as front-line organizations, through the delivery of food, access to health supplies and transportation to critical appointments.
Business Organizations Help Saint John Companies Weather COVID-19 Crisis
Area groups and government departments are circulating a survey to gather data on the impact of COVID-19 to focus efforts on getting the economy going again.
Halifax Police Remove Signs For Denture Clinic Owned By Gunman
Atlantic Denture Clinic in Dartmouth was owned by the shooter that killed at least 22 people and the signage of the building was upsetting area residents.
