Five Priorities For Small Business Weathering The Coronavirus Crisis
StrategyUp’s founder Marc Zirka says companies should put together a strategy, and analyze their strengths, weaknesses and opportunities during the coronavirus crisis.
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How To Buy A House Or Rent An Apartment During COVID-19 Crisis
N.B. real estate agents and property owners are selling homes and renting apartments during the coronavirus pandemic using new technologies and social distancing practices.
Saint John Region Launches Campaign To Lessen Blow Of COVID-19
“Rise Up SJ” hopes to mitigate the negative economic impacts, while also building up to prepare for recovery once the pandemic is over.
Employee At Saint John Area Retirement Facility Tests Positive For COVID-19
Shannex, which operates Parkland in Quispamsis, said two other employees who work in Halifax and Dartmouth have also tested positive for the coronavirus.
N.B., N.S. Have Lost 38,200 Foodservice Jobs Due To Coronavirus Crisis
A Restaurants Canada survey found nine percent of restaurants have closed permanently across the country, and another 18 percent could close within a month if relief doesn’t come quickly.
It’s Take-Out Night: Check Out Huddle ‘Open For Business’ Directory
Whether it’s a restaurant on reduced hours or take-out and delivery-only, or a grocery store with special hours and delivery services, visit the directory regularly to see how and keep buying local and showing your support for local businesses.
Halifax Community Centre Construction Resumes, After Possible COVID-19 Exposure
A spokesperson from the City of Halifax said construction work on the St Andrew’s Community Centre was halted on March 31st and resumed this morning after intensive cleaning was completed.
‘Gift For Good’ Helps Saint John Businesses During Pandemic
Customers can buy gift cards from select local businesses to help support them during the coronavirus crisis. For every gift card they buy, they are entered into a draw to win a prize pack of local products and services worth $600.
N.B. Business Webinars Help Answer Entrepreneurs’ Top Coronavirus Questions
The weekly video series will try to answer some of the most frequently asked questions that businesses have when it comes to staying afloat.
Meet Roderick, The ‘Patient Whisperer’ With A Clown Nose In His Pocket
Roderick MacKinnon is a security guard at long-term care facilities around Halifax, a job he says that requires patience, empathy and a sense of humour.
