Thrift Store Closures A Major Revenue Hit For Salvation Army Ministries
The Maritime locations of the Salvation Army are having to get “creative” with their programming as COVID-19 has forced them to abandon one of their main sources of revenue.
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30 Percent Of Small Businesses Don’t Have The Cash To Cover April Bills
CFIB says their most recent survey results reflect the “dire straits” of the country’s small business, nearly 40 percent of which say they may close permanently because of COVID-19.
Organigram Lays Off Around 400 Employees
That represents around 45 percent of the Moncton cannabis producer’s workforce.
Brilliant Labs Nurtures Creative Learning In Kids With Online Programs
The N.B. non-profit organization is utilizing technology and project-based learning to inspire children and involve the entire family during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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.
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.
Halifax Partnership Will Lead City Region Through COVID-19 Economic Crisis
CEO Wendy Luther says the economic development organization will help steer the city through times now so it will emerge stronger once the crisis has passed.
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.
