Business & Employment

Maritime Junior Hockey League Seeks President

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 19, 2016 /

The Maritime Junior Hockey League (MHL www.themhl.ca) is searching for a PRESIDENT. The MHL, a member of the Canadian Junior Hockey League (CJHL www.cjhlhockey.com), has been in continuous operation since 1967. Currently, the league consists of 12 teams based in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island. The President is a FULL-TIME leadership position who reports […]

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Success for NBCC at this year’s Skills Canada National Competition

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 18, 2016 /

Six New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) students and apprentices accepted medals at the Skills Canada National Competition closing ceremony which took place in Moncton on June 8th. Congratulations to the following NBCC apprentices and students who were medalists: Gold Jason Bonnell – NBCC Saint John Apprentice Competition: Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Pascal Marquis – NBCC […]

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Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 14, 2016 /

It is not too late to sign up for the FIRST SUNNY day of the year … at the Miramichi Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament! Come out this Thursday June 16th and enjoy an afternoon of golf, shotgun start at 1 pm, and it is going to be the first SUNNY day of the year ……

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Beaubear Credit Union Receives Leadership Award

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 8, 2016 /
Beaubear participants proudly display their certificates. (L to R) Back Row: Kathy Watt Facilitator, Dawn Hannah, Bob Hillier, Cathy MacDonald. Front Row: Yoland Rogers, Beth Gillis, Marilyn Daley

  Beaubear Credit Union has been named World Client of the Year by Leadership Management International (LMI), a premier provider of leadership development programming and delivery. “It’s a real honour to receive this recognition on behalf of the great people within Beaubear Credit Union,” said former CEO Andy Richardson. “Together, we have succeeded in creating…

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Miramichi is Atlantic Canada’s Great Outdoors

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 4, 2016 /

The Miramichi region is about to take the spotlight on the proverbial “tourism map” like never before! The Miramichi River Tourism Association (MRTA), with collaborative support and funding from both the City of Miramichi and the Province (Department of Tourism, Heritage & Culture), has launched a strategic integrated marketing program that will promote tourism to…

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Jalloo – Festival of Animation and Games June 9-11th

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 2, 2016 /
Jalloo – Festival of Animation and Games June 9-11th

by Kevin Gallant Every year there is a “little gem” festival that attracts professionals all over the world to Miramichi. It is not fish, music or sports. It is all about animation and games. From June 9th-11th we will host Jalloo, a festival that features some great games by Atlantic companies including our own Eggroll…

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Writers’ Federation of NB WordSpring Festival

By Giv'er Miramichi / June 1, 2016 /
Writers' Federation of NB WordSpring Festival

The Writers’ Federation of New Brunswick (WFNB) held their annual WordSpring writing festival at the Rodd Miramichi River Hotel in Historic downtown Chatham last weekend, May 27-29. Writers from all over the province enjoyed a weekend filled with workshops, readings, book launches, awards, musical entertainment, and more. A highlight of WordSpring was the Literary Soirée Saturday evening,…

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Governor’s Mansion Inn – Celebrating 40 Years in 2016!

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 28, 2016 /

2016 marks the 40th anniversary of business operation for Governor’s Mansion Inn. Located in the Nelson neighbourhood in the west end of the City of Miramichi, this small full-service hotel offers comfortable, modern accommodations and fine dining along with numerous adventure packages to help visitors enjoy “Atlantic Canada’s Great Outdoors”. If already in Miramichi, visitors…

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2016 Under Way for Ironmen

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 6, 2016 /
Chatham Miramichi Honda Ironmen

The Ironmen now have a new name to go along with the new Coach and General Manager. The team is now called the Chatham Miramichi Honda Ironmen. The Ironmen are very pleased to have Miramichi Honda on board as their major sponsor.

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International Compost Awareness Week

By Giv'er Miramichi / May 3, 2016 /

The following message was released today by Environment and Local Government Minister Brian Kenny to mark International Compost Awareness Week, May 1-7: Recycling organics through composting is a simple and rewarding way to help protect the environment.

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Premier Launches New Brunswick’s Open Data Policy

By Giv'er Miramichi / April 30, 2016 /

Premier Gallant unveiled the province’s new open data policy on Thursday April 28th while attending the 2016 Canadian Open Data Summit in Saint John. “The establishment of an open data policy will foster new start-up businesses, increase transparency and enable New Brunswickers to help solve some of the challenges our province is facing,” said Gallant. “Providing access to big data is a crucial step for New Brunswick to become the smart province.”

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Giv’er Miramichi is Now Hiring

By Giv'er Miramichi / April 29, 2016 /

MCG Media is looking for a full time Sales & Advertising Consultant for the Miramichi Region. The successful applicant is responsible for networking in the community, contacting associations, groups, and businesses to understand their needs and offer advertising solutions. Desired Skills & Experience Requirements include but are not limited to the following: • Strong interest…

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Mactaquac Conversation Continues with Discussion Paper, Community Sessions

By Giv'er Miramichi / April 23, 2016 /

NB Power is inviting the public to a series of community-based dialogue sessions about the future of Mactaquac Generating Station, and encouraging informed dialogue with a new discussion paper focused on policy and technical considerations related to the decision.

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