WorkSafeNB has been named one of Atlantic Canada’s Top Employers for the second consecutive year, the organization announced March 24. The designation …
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New Brunswick proposes automatic credential recognition for out-of-province tradespeople
The New Brunswick government has introduced amendments to the Apprenticeship and Occupational Certification Act that would automatically recognize trade certificates from other …
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Labour Relations
School support staff in New Brunswick ratify collective agreement after year-long wait
More than 6,400 school support workers in New Brunswick have voted to ratify a new collective agreement with the provincial government, ending …
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FeaturedGovernment Policy & BudgetsPayroll
New Brunswick introduces pay transparency rules for job postings and wage discussions
The New Brunswick government has introduced the Pay Transparency Act, legislation that would require employers to post salary ranges in job listings …
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FeaturedGovernment Policy & Budgets
New Brunswick proposes expanding unpaid illness leave to 27 weeks
The New Brunswick government has introduced legislation that would extend job-protected unpaid leave for illness and injury from five days to 27 …
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FeaturedGovernment Policy & Budgets
New Brunswick budget cuts civil service 12%, boosts pay transparency and worker supports
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberNew Brunswick’s provincial government tabled its 2026-27 budget Monday, announcing plans to reduce the civil service by roughly 12 per cent over …
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Diversity, Equity & InclusionFeaturedGovernment Policy & Budgets
New Brunswick renames women’s equality office to reflect broader gender mandate
New Brunswick has renamed its provincial office focused on gender issues, signalling an expanded focus on inclusion and equity beyond women alone. …
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FeaturedGovernment Policy & Budgets
Five things to know as New Brunswick prepares for cuts in next month’s budget
By Devin Stevens Staring down a record deficit of $1.3 billion, the New Brunswick government has warned that virtually every service and program …
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FeaturedGovernment Policy & Budgets
New Brunswick invests $54.3 million to support jobs at seven companies
The New Brunswick government is directing up to $54.3 million over three years to seven companies as they modernize operations and protect …
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Employment LawFeaturedWorkplace Safety & OHS
Tribunal reinstates benefits after barrel racing surveillance deemed insufficient proof of recovery
A New Brunswick workers’ compensation tribunal has overturned a decision to terminate benefits and recover nearly $4,500 from an injured worker, finding …

