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![Commentary: Health Reform Critical to Future Prosperity](http://fchamber-8f4d.kxcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/KRISTA_MED2-1080x675.jpeg)
Commentary: Health Reform Critical to Future Prosperity
As Health Minister Dorothy Shephard winds up her health reform consultation tour and the hard work begins on making tough decisions and implementing changes that not...
![Expect the Unexpected: Family Law Considerations that Business Owners Can’t Afford to Ignore](http://fchamber-8f4d.kxcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/family-law.jpeg)
Expect the Unexpected: Family Law Considerations that Business Owners Can’t Afford to Ignore
If 2020 taught us anything, it’s that sometimes we are blindsided by events of our control. You have insurance on your car; on your home; on your life.
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The New Word of Mouth
When you are visiting a business for the first time, do you check their website or Facebook page before you visit? Most people do that now.
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Canadian Chamber Women in Business Summit to Help Make an Inclusive Economic Recovery a Reality
Canadian Chamber of Commerce has launched registrations for their Women in Business Summit: Empowering an Inclusive Recovery. The one-day event...
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An Update on Advanced Small Modular Reactor (SMR) in New Brunswick
This is an exciting time for energy innovation in New Brunswick.
Affirming that nuclear energy is an essential part of the climate change solution, the federal and provincial governments continue to make progress
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Commentary: 2021 Municipal Election
On May 10th, New Brunswickers will head to the polls to vote in their local elections. This election and campaign have been unique in several ways – starting with...
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Top Social Media Changes in 2021: Are you Ready?
If you’ve noticed a slowdown in your engagement or you simply want to know what’s on trend for your social pages, we’re sharing the top social media changes for 2021.
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The Success of Picketa Systems
Picketa Systems is a precision agricultural start-up emerging from the Technology Management and Entrepreneurship Centre at the University of New Brunswick. The Fredericton-based company is creating a soli and plant nutrition scanner along wiht an online data visulatizaiton and analytics platform to help food producers
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How to best grow your business
Nicole’s presentation was all about the reasons why a business should consider growing. The session explained the financial implications of business growth; tools and techniques to analyze and plan for growth; and the best times and best reasons to grow a business.
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Commentary – 2021-22 NB Budget
Earlier this week, New Brunswick Finance Minister Ernie Steeves delivered the government’s 2021-22 budget almost exactly one year after COVID-19 restrictions were first...
Making One-On-One Connections
Are you getting the most value out of your chamber membership?
We’re anxious to get back to hosting first-class events that provide opportunities to make important connections through networking.
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How Workers with a Disability Can Strengthen Your Business
by Sean McEwen, RealEyes Capacity Consultants
Many of us think we know enough about disability to quietly reject this talent pool in our recruitment efforts.
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Employee Financial Wellness
by Larry Crandall, LL.B., LIT, CIRP, Grant Thornton
Canadians, both employed and unemployed, are carrying record levels of debt. For those who are employed and struggling financially, debt can not only impact their livelihood at home, but at work as well.
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Security: Studying post-secondary student retention and labour market outcomes
by Emily Blaney, Integrated Marketing Coordinator, University of New Brunswick
The University of New Brunswick is conducting an analysis of post-secondary student retention and labour market outcomes in the province through collaborative project funded by the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA).
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Buy Local. Please!
By Doug Daley, Kiers Marketing
Buying local has become a hot topic, especially during the pandemic. Some folks are true to their community and do all their shopping locally. Many, like me, shop local when they can but also shop online for items that are unique, or if the price is just too good. Unfortunately, some folks do most of their shopping online.
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Commentary: COVID-19’s Hardest Hit Sectors
By Krista Ross, CEO, Fredericton Chamber of Commerce
As we approach the one-year mark of New Brunswick’s first mandatory order and COVID-19-related lockdowns, we’re all feeling the effects
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Air Access will be the Foundation of our Economic Recovery
By Kate O’Rourke, Manager of Public Relations and Marketing, Fredericton International Airport Authority
“Unprecedented” may have been the catchphrase for 2020 (closely followed by “you’re on mute”), but it remains true in 2021. These are precarious times for New Brunswick business.
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Commentary: Business Travelers Depend on Flexible Travel Options
By Krista Ross, CEO, Fredericton Chamber of Commerce
By John Wishart, CEO, Fredericton Chamber of Commerce
By David Duplisea, CEO, The Chamber, Saint John Region
The world is currently experiencing never-before-seen reductions in air travel and New Brunswick airports and airline service are not immune from the related impacts.
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Commentary: NB’s 2021-22 Budget Must Included Key Investments for Growth
By Krista Ross, CEO, Fredericton Chamber of Commerce
The provincial government pre-budget consultation process is in full swing – a process that the chamber and other stakeholder groups engage in annually. In some ways it’s the most “normal” bit of work I’ve done since last March, but of course, the context is unlike any of us have experienced in our lifetimes.
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Commentary: Buy Local or Say Goodbye to Local
By Krista Ross, CEO, Chamber of Commerce
In January 2019, as a response to a slew of media stories about business closing in downtown Fredericton, I wrote about how it’s normal to lose few businesses during that time period.
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A Message from the President
By Bob Chisholm, President, Fredericton Chamber of Commerce
As we get closer to the end of this historic year, I want to look back at the year and share with you my list of heroes who made tough decisions during extremely tough times.
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Advocacy Update
By Morgan Peters, Policy Manager, Fredericton Chamber of Commerce
In the fall, the Government of New Brunswick conducted its bi-annual review of minimum wage in the province. Currently, minimum wage is adjusted annually on April 1 based on the Consumer Price Index, rounded to the nearest five cents.
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The Foundation and the Flywheel The dynamic duo that leads to more profit, impact, and joy in your business
By Any Clarke, Clarkie Consulting
Truly successful businesses are:
Profitable – they consistently generate the profit required to support the business’ desired growth and impact.
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NB Airports Key to Economic Recovery
By Krista Ross, CEO, Fredericton Chamber of Commerce
With the hit to the airline industry as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, we are seeing a fresh round of public discourse about the number of location of airports in New Brunswick. This is not a debate that New Brunswick needs right now.
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2020 NB Election
By Krista Ross, CEO, Fredericton Chamber of Commerce
With the provincial election behind us, New Brunswick businesses are eager for our elected officials to return their focus to economic recovery.
Chamber of Commerce post-secondary scholarship recipients
by Dana MacDonald, Intern, Fredericton Chamber of Commerce
Earlier this year, the Fredericton Chamber of Commerce announced its annual post-secondary scholarship recipients: Regan Barry, Alexander Comfort, and Katelyn Horsman.
![Untangling the Web: CIRA and Beauceron Security](http://fchamber-8f4d.kxcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Cybersecurity.jpeg)
Untangling the Web: CIRA and Beauceron Security
by Dana MacDonald, Fredericton Chamber of Commerce
What images come to mind when you think of cybersecurity? Maybe you picture wall-to-wall columns of monitoring equipment, firewalls, or endless strings of code.
![7 Tips to be Energy Efficient this Holiday Season](http://fchamber-8f4d.kxcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Naveco-Christmas-1080x675.png)
7 Tips to be Energy Efficient this Holiday Season
by Sarah Arsenault, Marketing and Communications Manager, Naveco Power Inc.
Renewable energy is good for our wallets and the environment. With the Christmas holidays here, our wallets may be stretched farther than we’d like.
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Follow the Bouncing Ball
by Eric Fry, Sandler Training
In the world of sales, this term refers to adapting to the client, making adjustments to our sales strategy to fit the client’s needs.
Organizational Stress and Resilience During COVID-19 – Next Steps
by Barb Fletcher, Barb Fletcher & Associates
None of this will come as a surprise to you, my guess is that you are living the stress daily. You will find August data collected related to the COVID-19 impact paints
Farewell Tanya!
by Morgan Peters, Policy Manager, Fredericton Chamber of Commerce
The chamber board of directors and staff are saying goodbye to Event Manager Tanya Senechal this month after nearly four years of planning and developing high-quality and well-attended events for our members!
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A New Way of Doing Things
by Wendy Morrell, Operations and Communications Manager, Fredericton Chamber of Commerce
We’ve all heard the phrase and we’re doing our best to adjust to “the new normal” but sometimes a new way of doing things isn’t so bad…
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President’s Message
by Bob Chisholm, President, Fredericton Chamber of Commerce
Today we continue to battle with COVID-19 and its effect on the global economy economy.
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CEO’s Message
by Krista Ross, CEO, Fredericton Chamber of Commerce
By the time you read this message, our election will have taken place and your chamber will be busy working with our newly elected officials in the province’s 60th legislature – ensuring that they are aware of the business issues and concerns and the economic impacts of policy decisions,
![Advocacy Update](http://fchamber-8f4d.kxcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/d771eead8e9410513a05e9e513080c43.jpg)
Advocacy Update
by Morgan Peters, Policy Manager, Fredericton Chamber of Commerce
We wrote to Minister Responsible for Service New Brunswick, Sherry Wilson to request that New Brunswick joins the federal-provincial open digital business registration services, “Canada’s Business Registries” that was officially launched on June 29, 2020.
![Say Hello To Our Newest Chamber Members](http://fchamber-8f4d.kxcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/fredericton1-1080x675.jpg)
Say Hello To Our Newest Chamber Members
Spurr Creative Inc. #403 – 50 Boyne Court Fredericton, NB E3B 0S5 Tel: (506) 262-0533 Email: chet@spurrcreative.com Main Contact: Chet...
![Three Different Organizations – Three Different Approaches to Serving Our Community](http://fchamber-8f4d.kxcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/three.jpg)
Three Different Organizations – Three Different Approaches to Serving Our Community
by heather Ibbetson, Intern, Fredericton Chamber of Commerce
The recent challenges presented by COVID-19 have forced many businesses and organizations to think outside the box when it comes to clients and customer service.
![Stingray Helps Take the Sting out of the Covid-19 Lockdown](http://fchamber-8f4d.kxcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/579ce2762f9a7530e39d9e789761f22f.jpg)
Stingray Helps Take the Sting out of the Covid-19 Lockdown
by Heather Ibbetson, Intern, Fredericton Chamber of Commerce
Few could have anticipated the widespread effects that COVID-19 would have on businesses across the country.
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Limited Contact, Maximized Flavor: RustiCo. and King West Brewing Company
by Dana MacDonald, Intern, Fredericton Chamber of Commerce
Known for their woodfired pizzas, RustioCo has been providing downtown Fredericton with flavorful Mediterranean inspired dishes and ice-cold local brews since 2018.
![Ciao Bella!: MoCo Downtown and Bella MoCo To Go](http://fchamber-8f4d.kxcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Shawna.MoCo1-feat-1080x675.jpg)
Ciao Bella!: MoCo Downtown and Bella MoCo To Go
by Dana MacDonald, Intern, Fredericton Chamber of Commerce
First opening their Regent Street location in 2016, MoCo offers Italian food made lovingly from scratch and their latest venture.
![Grounds for Resilience: Rôticana Coffee Company](http://fchamber-8f4d.kxcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/RoticanaPhotoforArticle-1080x675.jpeg)
Grounds for Resilience: Rôticana Coffee Company
by Dana MacDonald, Intern, Fredericton Chamber of Commerce
Roticana is a unique company, not only in their approach to production, but in their emphasis on coffee as part of a social landscape.
![Heads, Tails, and Hearts: Devil’s Keep Distillery](http://fchamber-8f4d.kxcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/devilskeep.jpg)
Heads, Tails, and Hearts: Devil’s Keep Distillery
by Dana MacDonald, Fredericton Chamber of Commerce
Resilience isn’t about getting to the end of the struggle as quickly as possible, because sometimes this simply can’t be done.
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The Flava of Kindness: Caribbean Flavas
By Dana MacDonald While the demand for brick-and-mortar dining may have declined during the pandemic, many local restaurants have evolved by offering takeout and...
![It’s Your Business – A Domestic/Intimate Partner Violence Workplace Toolkit](http://fchamber-8f4d.kxcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/395ddcb94ceebc9a12440b847a91067f-1080x458.jpg)
It’s Your Business – A Domestic/Intimate Partner Violence Workplace Toolkit
By the Fegusson Foundation
When domestic or intimate partner violence (DIPV) enters the workplace, everyone feels the negative consequences. By taking action through policies, practices, public education and good corporate citizenship, your workplace will be modeling values that show concern and respect for the individual.
Symplicity Designs
By Maria Cardova Some companies—like Symplicity Designs—are used to dealing with crisis. They are a company dedicated to teaching, coaching, and...
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The Gaia Project
By Maria Cordova There is no doubt the pandemic was a tough thing to endure for most businesses. However, through hardship sometimes comes innovation and new...
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Solar Energy in a Virtual World
By Ori Cordido, Business Development Manager Example of building’s monthly energy use vs solar generation Like many other Fredericton businesses, our team had to make...
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Innovative Business During COVID-19
by Laurie Guthrie, EcD, BIS, City of Fredericton
It is an understatement to say that local businesses have been deeply affected by the pandemic, so it’s more important than ever to continue to #SupportFredLocal.
NB Chamber Joint Letter – Proposed Tax Increase to Craft Alcohol Producers – 19 June 2023
19 June 2023 Hon. Ernie Steeves, Minister of Finance Chancery Place P. O. Box 6000 Fredericton, NB E3B 5H1 Via email: ernie.steeves@gnb.ca Re: Proposed Tax Increase on Craft Alcohol Producers Dear Minister Steeves: We...
Commentary – Krista Ross – Fredericton Needs a New Performing Arts Centre – June 2023
Earlier this week, Fredericton City Council was presented with a revised cost estimate for a new performing arts centre in the city, which came in at $81.7M, including $10.6M for contingencies. Councilors voted to increase the amount that the municipal government...
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Carpenters (Skilled, Licensed, Red Seal) and Apprentice Carpenters
AJ Hanna Construction Ltd. has an incredibly exciting construction season ahead and always looking to grow our team! We are currently accepting resumes for CARPENTERS (Skilled, Licensed, Red Seal) and APPRENTICE CARPENTERS. A carpenter is an individual with great hand...
Episode 38 – Instant Imprints
Noel Eustace, Instant Imprints https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AKpkIRZQjpw
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Executive Director
The Conservation Council of New Brunswick is looking for an exceptionally skilled person to fill the role of Executive Director. They are a people manager, a strategic thinker and a problem solver. Their knowledge of New Brunswick environmental issues will help...
Episode 37 – Research NB
Damon Goodwin, CEO, NB Research https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hCf41TI4Png
Episode 36 – New Brunswick Business Immigrant Association
Mohamed Khirallah, President, New Brunswick Business Immigrant Association https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=38Vgfn4BMVk
Episode 35 – Den Fitness
Mel Lyons, Den Fitnesss https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BUbXsZL-EtY
Episode 34 – Coastline Pizza / Half Cut Brewing Company Ltd.
Jennie Wilson, Coastline Pizza / Matt Corey, Half Cut Brewing Company Ltd. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mQZdwxkYPJk
Episode 33 – Porter O’Brien
Erin Filliter Brandt, Porter O'Brien https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5US9qhIVv-A
Episode 32 – Consciously Clean Refillery
Carolyn McGibbons, Consciously Clean Refillery https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P1krGMxyuKM
Commentary – Krista Ross – Immigration and Population Growth: We Need to do Better
This month I’m taking a closer look at our chamber’s third of five policy priorities for 2023: immigration and population growth. In previous years, we thought about population growth and workforce development as being a single issue, but our position has evolved to...
Response – Minister Shephard – Warming Centre – 11 May 2023
Accounting Clerk
Smart Skin Technologies provides IIoT based productivity solutions globally to the food, beverage, & pharmaceutical sectors. Smart Skin serves 18 of the top 20 pharmaceutical companies in the world and nearly every major beverage brand with its patented and...
Episode 31 – Work Water
Brody Hanson, Work Water https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3RGsgbGONuk
Joint Consultation Response: YFC Nominators – Transport Canada – 28 April 2023
28 April 2023 Transport Canada Tower C, Place de Ville 330 Sparks St. Ottawa ON K1A 0N5 Via email: airportspolicy-politiquedesaeroports@tc.gc.ca Re: Air Sector Framework Thank you for the opportunity to provide input on the...
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RAP-Life Skills Support Worker
Are you community oriented, open to diverse cultures and keen to make a positive impact in newcomers’ lives? MCAF is seeking a RAP-Life Skills Support Worker and we would like to hear from you! Are you community oriented, open to diverse cultures and keen to make a...
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Advocate Printing
Interview with Tom Badger, General Manager and Director of Sales Please tell us a little bit about Advocate Printing. Our company was founded in Pictou Nova Scotia, we are a family owned business with leadership by Sean Murray our CEO. We employ hundreds of great...
UNB researcher using AI to make life better for people with amputations
Fredericton, N.B. – Cutting edge research supported by the New Brunswick Health Research Foundation (NBHRF) is exploring how artificial intelligence can be used to make the daily lives of people with amputations easier. A member of the Fredericton Chamber of Commerce,...
National Joint Letter – Minimizing Disincentives to Work – April 2023
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Building Stronger and More Inclusive Teams through Leadership Capital
Developing high-potential and Inclusive leaders is crucial for any organization that wants to thrive in today's fast-paced business world. These are the people who will drive innovation, lead change through diversity initiatives and take your company to the next...
Guest Post – Ian Peach: Building an Indigenous business community is good for everyone
Last week, the Fredericton Chamber of Commerce and the Joint Economic Development Initiative (JEDI), a leading New Brunswick Indigenous organization dedicated to working with partners to foster economic development among Indigenous peoples, held their first Indigenous...
Krista Ross – Commentary – Policy Priority – Workforce Development
Earlier this year, I wrote about the Fredericton chamber’s over-arching policy priority – creating a competitive business environment. Ten years ago when we talked about that idea, we primarily meant the tax and regulatory conditions. While those are still important –...
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Administrative Assistant -15 hours per week(to cover medical leave, but may become permanent)
We are currently seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant / Accounting Assistant who we would be so excited to join our Team!The ideal candidate must have a strong familiarity with computers and Sage. Other requirements include excellent keyboarding skills and...
Letter – MP Atwin – CEBA Loan Extension – 12 April 2023
12 April 2023 Jenica Atwin, MP, Fredericton House of Commons Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6 Dear MP Atwin, Re: Canada Emergency Business Account (“CEBA”) Loan Extension Request I am writing today to follow-up on our previous conversation of our...
Guest Post: Arnold Chippin – Rent Control
There have been no shortage of individuals or “experts” commenting on the government’s decision to end the rent cap, however having sociology or political science degrees don’t necessarily make you a housing expert and or an economist. In the interest of...
Export Logistics Specialist
Become part of the Corey Nutrition Story!We are currently looking for a full-time employee to join our team as an Export Logistics Specialist. This position is based out of Fredericton, New Brunswick.Position Summary:Reporting to the Controller, the primary purpose of...
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First Aid Instructor
Looking for a rewarding job that gives back to your community while choosing your own schedule? Perhaps our Instructor Development Program is for you! Become a certified St. John Ambulance instructor and join us in saving lives!Next Course: Fredericton April...
Protect Your Business from the Hazards of Mould
Moisture. Water seepage. Flooding damage. Warming temperatures. Humidity. Each of these can contribute to hazardous mould growth on your property as well as health risks to building occupants. Although mould is a year-round problem, the risks of occurrence increase...
Commentary – Krista Ross – Indigenous Business Forum – March 2023
Earlier this week the Fredericton Chamber of Commerce and the Joint Economic Development Initiative (“JEDI”) hosted our first Indigenous Business Forum at the Maqitahtimok Centre on Sistansisk (St. Mary’s First Nation). It was important to us to get leadership and...
Customer Service Representative
Rocket is a full-service printing and communications company with locations in Fredericton, NB and Halifax, NS. We are currently hiring for the position of Customer Service Representative (CSR) in our Fredericton office.The position of CSR is primarily responsible for...
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Bilingual Customer Service Callers (PT & FT available)
Reasons you’ll love working at UPS:• Earn more: You can expect a competitive wage and reliable paycheck when you work for UPS.. We pay you every Friday• Career development: Are you looking for an opportunity to grow in areas such as operations and other areas? Well,...
News Release: Fredericton Chamber of Commerce and the Joint Economic Development Initiative to Co-Host Indigenous Business Forum
23 March 2023 - For Immediate Release FREDERICTON, NB The Fredericton Chamber of Commerce (“FFC”) and Joint Economic Development Initiative (“JEDI”) are proud to co-host an upcoming “Indigenous Business Forum”. The full-day forum, scheduled for 29 March 2023 at...
Letter – Minister Green – Fredericton SNB Location – 17 March 2023
17 March 2023 Hon. Jill Green, Minister, Service New Brunwick P.O Box 1998, Lincoln Place Fredericton, New Brunswick E3B 5G4 Via email: jill.green@gnb.ca Re: Fredericton Service New Brunswick Office Dear Minister Green: ...
Letter – Minister Shephard – Fredericton Warming Centre – 17 March 2023
17 March 2023 Hon. Dorothy Shephard Minister of Social Development, Province of New Brunswick Sartain MacDonald Building P. O. Box 6000 Fredericton, NB E3B 5H1 Via email: dorothy.shephard@gnb.ca Dear Minister...
Letter – MP Atwin – Federal Tourism Funding – 14 March 2023
14 March 2023 Jenica Atwin, MP, Fredericton House of Commons Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6 Dear MP Atwin, Re: Federal Support for the Tourism Sector I am writing today to express the Fredericton Chamber of Commerce’s support...
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IT Instructor & IT User Support
Are you community-oriented, interested in diverse cultures, and keen to make a positive impact in newcomers’ lives?Multicultural Association of Fredericton Inc. (MCAF) is seeking an IT Instructor & IT User Support and we would like to hear from you! The IT...
2nd Annual Atlantic Insights Report
Atlantic Organizations Remain Optimistic, But Not About the Economy Despite facing significant challenges, organizations anticipate some growth and improved prospects compared to last year, but their confidence in local, national and global economies declined....
Response: Premier Higgs – Urban Mental Health Strategies
In the fall, the chambers of commerce in Fredericton, Moncton and Saint John jointly wrote Premier Higgs, calling for urban mental health strategies for each of our communities. That letter can be found here. His response is below:
Response – Minister Allain – Municipal Voting Rights for Permanent Residents – 1 March 2023
(Via Email) Mr. Peters: Thank you for your email of November 22, 2022, regarding municipal voting rights for permanent residents in New Brunswick. As Minister of Local Government and Local Governance Reform, I am pleased to report that the Government of New...
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Francophone CommunityLiaison
MCAF is seeking full-time Francophone community liaison worker (PLF) and we would like to hear fromyou!The Francophone Community Liaison supports newcomer families to integrate into thefrancophone community. They promote diversity and inclusion through various...
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Employment Coach
The Employment Coach will assess newcomer clients’ interests, skills, abilities, and work readiness; findand advise clients of employment opportunities; support and provide skill development to clients inareas related to obtaining and retaining employment. They will...
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Mechanical Engineer
Thermtest Inc. is positioned as an international leader in thermal analysis instruments and laboratory services for a wide variety of clients over a broad range of industries. Our advanced thermophysical laboratory located in New Brunswick features a variety of...
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Marketing Specialist
Thermtest Inc. is looking for a highly motivated and dedicated marketing professional to join our growing marketing team.Thermtest Inc. is positioned as an international leader in thermal analysis instruments and laboratory services for a diverse range of industrial,...
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Speedy Auto Service
Can you tell me a bit about how your business began? Speedy Auto Service, formerly Speedy Muffler King first opened a corporate store in Fredericton in 1974. In 2006 my wife and I were looking for an opportunity to open our own automotive repair facility and saw the...
Commentary – Krista Ross – NB Budget – Healthcare, Housing and Human Resources – February 2023
Earlier this week, Finance Minister Ernie Steeves announced a projected surplus for the fiscal year of $862.6 million – a staggering number, especially for a province that posted 11 consecutive deficits in recent years. Hopefully this is just the beginning of...
Letter – MP Atwin – Alcohol Escalator Tax – 13 February 2023
13 February 2023 Jenica Atwin, MP, Fredericton House of Commons Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6 Dear MP Atwin, Re: Federal Escalator Tax on Alcohol Thank you for our meeting last week - I am writing as a follow-up to express our...
Endowment Officer
Position: Endowment Officer Term: Part-Time Position Reports to: President, Forever Fund Looking to make an impact in your community? The Forever Fund is hiring! The Forever Fund is more than an endowment fund. We represent an entire community of supporters who want...
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Member Spotlight – NB Lung
Interview with NB Lung Can you tell me a little bit about how and why your organization began? One of New Brunswick’s oldest charities, NB Lung was founded in 1933 in response to the tuberculosis pandemic as a provincial chapter of the Canadian Lung Association. In...