


Death at the Tannery raises questions of safety in Fredericton
On September 22, 2024, an assault took place at the Tannery, resulting in the death of 41-year-old André Bourgeois of Grand-Digue. On October 3, 2024, Fredericton Police arrested a 17-year-old in connection with the crime. The youth has been charged…

Green Party Leader David Coon Proposes Universal School Food Program
By: Crystal Keyamo Green Party leader David Coon has announced a comprehensive plan to introduce a Universal School Food Program in New Brunswick. This initiative, a key element of the Green Party’s manifesto, aims to provide free breakfast and lunch…

UNB and Saint John Leaders to Explore Copenhagen’s Urban Health Innovations
Crystal Keyamo, October 9th, 2024 This October, a dedicated team from the University of New Brunswick Saint John (UNBSJ) and the City of Saint John will travel to Copenhagen, Denmark, to participate in an exciting workshop focused on urban health…

Puppy Yoga Comes to Freddy
Fredericton is buzzing with excitement as a new wellness trend takes root in the city: puppy yoga. Launched by local yoga instructor Shayna Hall, these classes offer a delightful mix of gentle exercise and the joy of cuddling with adorable…

New Brunswick’s Child and Family Poverty Rates Rise in 2023
New Brunswick’s 2023 Child and Family Poverty Report Card reveals a concerning increase in child poverty rates. The report, released in February 2024, uses tax filer data from 2021 to highlight the growing issue of child poverty in the province. …

A Step in the Right Direction or Lip Service?: New Brunswick’s New “International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination”
New Brunswick announced that it will hold its first “International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination” on March 21st, 2024. Fredericton Deputy Mayor Greg Ericson stated: “Fredericton City Council invites residents, organizations, and community leaders to join in commemorating…

Transphobia on the Rise in Canada
Once upon a time, Canada had a reputation for being a country filled to the brim with kindness and acceptance. Unfortunately, it seems like we are drifting further and further away from this once beloved reputation. Marginalized groups have been…

Anti-Poverty Rally; A Call for Affordable Living in NB
What would you say New Brunswick is mostly known for? Is it the non-existent nightlife? Is it the broken and sometimes dangerous roads? Is it the skyrocketing gas prices? How about grocery prices? High rent costs? Low minimum wage? All…

ACORN Protests Against Price Gouging at Loblaw Stores
The Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now (ACORN) organized demonstrations outside Loblaw Company Limited stores in nine Canadian cities, including Halifax, Moncton, and Fredericton. These protests aimed to highlight the issue of price gouging by major grocery chains and…