Bank Of Canada Hikes Key Interest Rate to 1.5 Percent
The Bank of Canada has once again hiked its key interest rate. On June 1, the bank raised its overnight interest rate by 50 basis points, to 1.5 percent.
Economy
How New Brunswick Can Use Global Tragedies To Help Drive Meaningful Action At Home
Opinion: It’s easy to focus on the sensless tragedies happening in other parts of the world–and we should refelct on them and help where we can–but we should also think about the lessons they provide us here at home.
Are Dog Groomers Better For N.B.’s Economy Than Big Cybersecurity Firms?
New Brunswick communities should put more focus on smaller-scale “should” economic development projects, and be much tighter with larger “could” projects.
New Brunswick’s Workforce Is In Uncharted Territory
There was a time when most economists thought New Brunswick was headed for a stagnating labour force and GDP growth. But now the province is breaking decades-old records.
What Happens To New Brunswick If Quebec Gets Serious About Immigration?
Small provinces like New Brunswick need to fight a little harder for their “share” when it comes to big issues, especially immigration.
Port Saint John Will Grow Container Traffic With New Service To European Ports
The expansion comes less than a year after the company made its inaugural service call in the city.
N.B. Farmers Worry About Costly Season Ahead
Farmers are concerned about this growing season due to the rising cost of nearly everything.
Cruise Economy Ramps Back Up As Halifax’s New Season Kicks Off
Two cruise ships called on Halifax on April 26–the first in more than two years–marking the official start of the city’s cruise season.
Record Number Of Businesses Open In Halifax
There are more than 10,000 businesses operating in Halifax. That’s significantly more than there were before the Covid-19 pandemic. In fact, it’s more than there has ever been in the city.
$500 Flights Might Not Be The Answer, But We Need Policies To Save Small Towns
Quebec recently announced it will cap all return flights within the province at a cost of $500. David Campbell says this isn’t the best policy, but governments need to think about how to invest in small towns.
