U.S. Lowers Softwood Duties, But Companies Still Face 20 Percent Rates
J.D. Irving, Limited will face a slight increase but its combined rate is still under 10 percent.
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JDI Partners With TUCK, JMN to Make Furniture Instead of Firewood
A new line of custom furniture made of wood from N.B. sawmills will be on sale beginning November 16.
100 of the World’s Refineries May Close Because of Climate Change Policies
But the Carbon Tracker Initiative says Canadian refineries are amongst the ones likely to remain open.
New Brunswick Sets 19 as the Minimum Age for Marijuana Consumption
The New Brunswick government is setting 19 as the minimum legal age for cannabis use.
Canadian Economy Shrinks for First Time in a Year
The decline was caused by weakness in manufacturing and mining, quarrying and oil and gas extraction.
Saint John Companies With 600 Open Positions Host Job Fair for Sears Employees
More than 140 people attended fair with 22 companies that had more 600 job openings.
A Look at New Brunswick’s Brand Influencers
We chat with some New Brunswick entrepreneurs using their social media following to partner with big brands.
Commercial Properties Installing Electric-Vehicle Charging Stations
The property owner and manager wants to help tenants in Saint John and Moncton transition to electric vehicles.
Former Executive Says He Tried to Save Sears Stores, Jobs
Sears Canada’s former executive chairman defended his plan to turn around the embattled retailer.
