On November 12, Premier Blaine Higgs held a press conference announcing he was prepared to quell further strikes by offering CUPE workers a pizza party. “We are prepared to meet CUPE halfway and offer workers a pizza party. And not just any pizza party. A Greco pizza party,” Higgs announced. “We will even order Hawaiian …
By: Olivia Chenier The Romeo Initiative was the first show since the start of the pandemic at TheatreUNB, and it breathed life back into the company. The Romeo Initiative was written by playwright Trina Davies, and was directed by 4th year UNB Drama major Julianne Richard. It's 1970 in West Germany. Karin Maynard, a mousey …
On November 13, the New Brunswick Government announced that it had reached a tentative agreement with seven of the local bargaining units representing CUPE. The Central Bargaining Team (CBT) came together to propose a wage package that was presented to the local bargaining units. These units represent 20,000 public employees in parts I, II, and …
COVID-19-related restrictions are beginning to ease as Canada continues to trend in a positive direction; larger gatherings and events are gradually becoming more accessible and safe for the public thanks to growing vaccination rates and continued efforts made by Canadians. To ensure Canada continues to trend in the right direction, and so that people can …
On November 8, the United States will open land, sea, and air borders to fully vaccinated travellers. This works alongside the Public Health Agency of Canada’s July 19 announcement of their plan to ease travel restrictions beginning on September 7, 2021. These regulations permit travellers who have been fully vaccinated with an approved vaccine, for …
Meaningful bonds between students and professors start in a scholarly environment. This week, The Brunswican talked with two professors at the University of New Brunswick about their views on the mentor-pupil dynamic. The discussion spanned technology in education, course policies, the importance of flexibility, and the tentativeness of letter grades. “Mentoring and learning is a …
Position: Culture Editor to apply for this job, email editor@thebruns.ca This role, previously known as the Arts & Lifestyle Editor at The Brunswickan, is a wonderful way to fulfil your desire to seek out connection to the community and connect with local artists, create change, and cover local events, all while supporting yourself through school. See the …
“You’re not only designing, you’re creating”: UNB’s Makerspace blends art and science
UNB holds “Music of Poetry” workshop at Tispy Muse Cafe
