Government ‘Overspending’ Sparks Concerns as N.S. Reveals Budget
Nova Scotia’s business community saw some things it liked in the province’s latest budget. But many are concerned with how much debt the government is taking on.
Housing
Slight uptick in Home Sales in Southern N.B.
The Saint John Real Estate Board reported 105 home sales throughout the month. While that remains below average, it marked the first month-over-month increase since June.
Three Rivers Tries to Bolster Housing Stock
A recent bid to rezone rural land to bring as many as 35 new homes to Three Rivers is a testament to Southeast New Brunswick’s hunger for housing.
Saint John Council Approves Rezoning for 38 Affordable Homes
Kaleidoscope Social Impact applied to rezone land behind the former St. John the Baptist Church.
New Home Listings Drop in Greater Moncton
The overall inventory of homes fell to the lowest level since last spring.
Saint John Developer Wants To Turn Hotel Into Affordable Housing
Council hopes to use hotels as a way to get around zoning complicated requirements and put up more affordalbe housing faster.
Is More Growth Always Good?
Opinion: Our leaders continue to set ambitious immigration targets, apparently based on their unwavering belief that more people is always better, no matter what. But is it?
Saint John To Create Long-Term Homelessness Strategy
One councillor voted against the plan, arguing the province should take the lead on the strategy.
54-Unit Development Approved In West Saint John
Saint John council has given the green light to a proposed development on the city’s west side. But the decision has raised concerns about the future of a daycare that will be forced to move.
Small Spaces, Big Demand For Wee Bitty Builders
Leo Girouard’s calendar is full as demand spikes across Nova Scotia and New Brunswick for his custom-built tiny homes.
