Health & Wellness

World Mental Health Awareness Walk

By Giver Miramichi / September 12, 2017 / Comments Off on World Mental Health Awareness Walk

The NB Mental Health Consumer Network Miramichi Branch #7 and Caring Friends Activity Centre invite you to celebrate World Mental Health Day at the 4th Annual Awareness Walk on Tuesday October 10th, 2017. The event will take place at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #3, 18 McCurdy Street in Chatham. Participants are asked to meet up at…

Spotlight on Betty Fitzpatrick

By Giver Miramichi / September 8, 2017 / Comments Off on Spotlight on Betty Fitzpatrick

Anyone who has had the wonderful pleasure of meeting Betty Fitzpatrick, will easily know what I mean when I say that there a few other individuals that have such a zest for life. July of this year marked Betty’s 90th Birthday believe it or not and after the invite came and a lot of shock

Oh, the Things You Can Do with Glue!

By Giver Miramichi / September 6, 2017 / Comments Off on Oh, the Things You Can Do with Glue!

Everyone on Pinterest is going crazy for projects involving white glue and hot glue, but what happened to good ol’ reliable wood glue? This is one of the handiest items to have in your work area. If you’re new to woodworking, you might be unsure of the best way to use a heavy-duty adhesive.

Quintessence Breastfeeding Challenge 2017

By Giver Miramichi / September 4, 2017 / Comments Off on Quintessence Breastfeeding Challenge 2017

The Quintessence Breastfeeding Challenge is a challenge for which geographic area (province, state or territory) has the most breastfeeding babies, as a percentage of the birthrate, “latched on” at 11 am local time. To celebrate breastfeeding and milk-banking, and demonstrate promotion, protection and support for breastfeeding women and their families. It’s a chance for education…

Be “72-hours ready” in case of emergency

By Giver Miramichi / September 2, 2017 / Comments Off on Be “72-hours ready” in case of emergency

With hurricane season underway, New Brunswickers and their families are reminded to be 72-hours ready in case of an emergency. That involves having everything they need to be self-sufficient for at least three days, including food, water, medication, batteries, cash and other necessities.

2nd Annual YogaFest Miramichi happens Saturday

By Giver Miramichi / August 25, 2017 / Comments Off on 2nd Annual YogaFest Miramichi happens Saturday

Waterford Green is the place to be on Saturday August 26th, 2017 as Miramichi yoga teachers come together to offer a full day of FREE yoga classes for the Second Annual YogaFest Miramichi. The day’s schedule is comprised of a variety of classes – starting with an energetic wake up vinyasa flow class, moving into…

What’s On The Go August 18-20

By Giver Miramichi / August 16, 2017 / Comments Off on What’s On The Go August 18-20

The weekend of August 18-20, 2017 is jam packed with lots of fun events in the greater Miramichi region! You certainly won’t have an “I’m bored” moment all weekend long!

First Aid/ CPR AED Training August 18th & 19th

By Giver Miramichi / August 13, 2017 / Comments Off on First Aid/ CPR AED Training August 18th & 19th

CHM Management Group offers First Aid CPR courses each month. Currently certified by Rescue 7 Inc to instruct CPR and First Aid (including CPR HCP level) they also provide AED’s for purchase. Their instructor, Dave Baxter has a strong background in the medical field which makes for an extremely engaging course as shown below: Former…

20 Things Under 20 Dollars to do in Miramichi

By Giver Miramichi / August 12, 2017 / Comments Off on 20 Things Under 20 Dollars to do in Miramichi

To Celebrate Canada 150, Parks Canada are giving away free passes to all National Parks, visit Kouchibouguac National Park. Cross New Brunswick’s longest suspension bridge — the Priceville footbridge! Visit the naive art’s free exhibit by Paul Ouelllette at Carrefour’s Galerie Artcadienne.

Over the Cove Zipline

By Giver Miramichi / August 11, 2017 /

Over the Cove Zip Line has opened at French Fort Cove. Find out the hours, fees, and all the rules and regulations you need to keep in mind before you give it a try.

Canadian Coasters Classic Car Club

By Giver Miramichi / August 8, 2017 / Comments Off on Canadian Coasters Classic Car Club

The Canadian Coasters Classic Car Club are driving coast to coast, town to town, city to city in celebration of their 50th Anniversary. This cross-country jaunt is also in commemoration Canada’s 150th and best of all, most of the hundred cars in the travelling show have chosen to make a stop in Miramichi! In recognition of their cross-country…

So you say you’re ready to stain your deck?

By Giver Miramichi / July 28, 2017 / Comments Off on So you say you’re ready to stain your deck?

If you’re looking out the window at a sad-looking deck that could use a little TLC, you’re not alone. Many homeowners dread the thought of restaining their deck because it seems like such a daunting task. At Northumberland Co-op, we are here to remind you that staining a deck isn’t actually that difficult or time-consuming.

Saving wild Atlantic Salmon – CAST Efforts are Making a Difference

By Giver Miramichi / July 26, 2017 / Comments Off on Saving wild Atlantic Salmon – CAST Efforts are Making a Difference

MSA President Mark Hambrook issued the following Press Release Monday July 24th, 2017. As we reach the mid-point of the 2017 adult wild Atlantic salmon returns to the Miramichi River, it is becoming apparent that not enough salmon are returning to meet critical spawning levels. Salmon stocks in New Brunswick are in crisis.