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Fredericton’s Restored Cannons Returned to Officers’ Square

Fredericton’s Restored Cannons Returned to Officers’ Square

ByJoel RumsonMay 10, 20254 min read

Edited by: Daniel S. Burton The two iconic 19th-century cannons have returned to Officers’ Square in downtown Fredericton, following a meticulous restoration by the City of Fredericton.  Removed in 2018 during the square’s revitalization, the cast iron artillery pieces have…

NB Acorn fights Energy Poverty

NB Acorn fights Energy Poverty

ByVolunteer and ContributorsMay 9, 20252 min read

“NB Power keeps raising rates while major industrial users…Meanwhile, everyday people are falling behind,”

Souls of Falasteen— a community in solidarity with Palestinians

Souls of Falasteen— a community in solidarity with Palestinians

ByKirpass KaurMay 7, 20253 min read

“this is what colonialism is — it erases our existence, our identity, and in diaspora, it’s even harder to hold on as much as we can.”

City of Fredericton Honours Volunteers During National Volunteer Week

City of Fredericton Honours Volunteers During National Volunteer Week

ByJoel RumsonApr 30, 20254 min read

FREDERICTON (April 29, 2025) — As part of National Volunteer Week celebrations, the City of Fredericton has recognized four outstanding individuals and one community service organization with Community Recognition Awards for their exceptional contributions and commitment to supporting others. These recipients were honoured for leading impactful initiatives…

Canada’s universities ready to support Liberal government

Canada’s universities ready to support Liberal government

ByVolunteer and ContributorsApr 30, 20253 min read

“Now is the time for the new government to affirm its commitment to made-in-Canada research and innovation.”

Atlantic Capital Chambers Unite Against Interprovincial Trade Barriers

Atlantic Capital Chambers Unite Against Interprovincial Trade Barriers

ByJoel RumsonApr 30, 20254 min read

“our provinces have yet to stabilize population growth, so attracting and retaining people is essential for today’s and tomorrow’s workforce.”

Open Farm Day at Hayes Farm: Food, Workshops, and Spring Fun for All

Open Farm Day at Hayes Farm: Food, Workshops, and Spring Fun for All

ByJoel RumsonApr 30, 20252 min read

FREDERICTON, NB – This Saturday, May 3rd, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., the Hayes Farm invites Fredericton to the Open Farm Day, an inclusive, family-friendly event aimed at celebrating local food systems and sustainable living. The event will go ahead rain or…

The Brunswickan and the UNB Archives

The Brunswickan and the UNB Archives

ByJoel RumsonApr 7, 20252 min read

Since taking on the role of Editor-in-Chief, Joel Rumson of The Brunswickan, has championed the vision of preserving the newspaper’s extensive legacy.

Remove the Barriers That Are Preventing You From Finding A Job

Remove the Barriers That Are Preventing You From Finding A Job

ByVolunteer and ContributorsApr 5, 20255 min read

“Your task is not to seek for love, but merely to seek and find all the barriers within yourself that you have built against it.”