Monthly Archives: October 2026

Canada needs stronger trade strategy and more investment in Atlantic Canada, scholar says

Posted on October 8, 2026 by brucewark

Canada’s response to Donald Trump’s trade pressure has become too deferential and needs a broader economic strategy that gives Atlantic Canada a larger role, a Canadian trade scholar told an audience at Mount Allison University Tuesday night. Noah Fry, a … Continue reading →

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NB Power says future is nuclear, despite Point Lepreau concerns

Posted on October 6, 2026 by brucewark

by John Chilibeck, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Source: Telegraph-Journal October 6, 2026 NB Power is bullish on nuclear in its latest plan that looks 20 years into the future, despite huge problems at the Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station. Released … Continue reading →

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Consultant challenges Tantramar gas plant approval, says wind and batteries would cost less

Posted on October 5, 2026 by brucewark

A retired international consultant on environmental management, who recently moved to Moncton from Montreal, is questioning the New Brunswick Energy & Utilities Board’s  approval of the 500 MW gas/diesel plant near Centre Village as a prudent investment. “How can it … Continue reading →

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Goya’s staying in its Main St. location until new hotel is built in about 2 years

Posted on October 1, 2026 by brucewark

The owner of Sackville’s Goya’s Pizza says he expects his restaurant will continue to operate out of its Main Street location for up to two more years before developer John Lafford and his partner Mike Wilson demolish the Ford Block … Continue reading →

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