Business & Employment

Interactive Session on the Science of Forest Renewal and Herbicide Use

By Giv'er Miramichi / April 19, 2016 /

In New Brunswick, our forests provide important economic, recreational, and spiritual value. Ensuring they are sustainably managed is important to all of us. Join three of Canada’s leading scientists for a discussion moderated by Forest NB about the science of forest renewal and the practices in use today to keep our forests growing for generations to come. Topics to be covered include: wildlife, human health, and safety.

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March Update from Councillor Walsh

By Giv'er Miramichi / April 7, 2016 /

We had our last Q an A session on March 15th at the Exhibition Centre and it was well attended. People of all ages were there and asking lots of great questions about the new proposed Wellness Centre. There were pros and cons on both sides. All the Council were asked where they stood on this issue.

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Premier Announces Nearly $1 Billion for Education and New Economy Fund

By Giv'er Miramichi / March 29, 2016 /

The Education and New Economy Fund will make strategic investments in projects to provide the best education system and workforce skills development while helping industries innovate and businesses increase productivity, Premier Brian Gallant announced.

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Making Video Games Right Here in Miramichi

By Giv'er Miramichi / March 20, 2016 /

By Clyde Blakely, Senior 3D artist When I was a kid, I used to play video games all the time. I would dream about how awesome it would be to make one, completely oblivious to the fact that video games take a tremendous amount of work. But I wasn’t the only one dreaming about working…

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Submissions Open for Contact East 2016 in Saint John

By Giv'er Miramichi / March 8, 2016 /

Atlantic Presenters Association (APA) have announced that submissions are open for Contact East 2016 coming up in Saint John from September 22nd to the 25th. The deadline to apply is Thursday March 31st, 2016.

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Blackville’s Main Street ValuFoods Becoming Foodland

By Les McLaughlin / March 1, 2016 /

Exciting changes are in store for a local Blackville business! In an open letter, Main Street ValuFood’s owner Jerry Stafford has announced that his store has entered into a 10 year deal with Foodland. Foodland is a Canadian chain of grocery stores founded in 1985.

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Do What You Love and the Money Will Follow!

By Giv'er Miramichi / February 5, 2016 /

Music/ Musique New Brunwick (MNB) is hitting the road and coming to Miramichi to spread the message — Do what you love and the money will follow! MNB is organizing an information session to help guide artists through the funding maze, and share thoughts on career trajectory and on how to build realistic sustainability for your music.

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MRTA Tourism Rallies scheduled for February 22nd

By Giv'er Miramichi / February 4, 2016 /

The Miramichi River Tourism Association (MRTA) says that more tourists will be coming to visit Miramichi. If you want to find out the details and learn how your business can benefit, the organization invites you to join them on Monday February 22nd at one of two Tourism Rallies they are hosting. “Come join us on…

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NB Power’s Smart Habits Rebates Help Customers Save

By Giv'er Miramichi / January 26, 2016 /

Tens of thousands of New Brunswickers saved money and energy by purchasing nearly 13,000 programmable thermostats last fall as part of NB Power’s Smart Habits rebate program. The program offered in-store rebates on energy efficient products from Oct. 1 to Nov. 30.

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The Mr. Tomato Story: an evening with Pat Finnigan

By Giv'er Miramichi / January 14, 2016 /

Whether you’ve been in business for 50 years or you’re brand new there is always a new tip, trick, or strategy that you can acquire that will help grow your business to new heights. The power of learning from other entrepreneurs can be extremely helpful, if you’re willing to be open and listen and learn…

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Exciting Job Opportunity with the Miramichi Salmon Association

By Giv'er Miramichi / January 13, 2016 /

The MSA is seeking a motivated professional, who is passionate about wildlife conservation, to join its development and communications team. The successful candidate will lead and administer all aspects of the MSA’s Event Fundraising activities as well as coordinate its Membership Services programs.

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From East to West and West to East

By Giv'er Miramichi / January 12, 2016 /

Local resident, Vanessa McEvoy, has returned to the East Coast to pursue her entrepreneurial aspirations. In the wake of a massive exodus of young people leaving the Maritime Provinces, Vanessa is proving that there is a place in New Brunswick for young people to create opportunities for themselves that are both rewarding for the economy…

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Here We Grow Again!

By Giv'er Miramichi / December 29, 2015 /

Country Charm Bakery at 1680 Water Street is under new ownership. The shop has been updated with a fresh new look adding a personal touch that reflects new owners Keith and Melanie Gibbs style. The Bakery is offering all the old favourites plus a few new family recipes. For homemade baking made fresh daily visit…

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