Happy Earth Day 2024

Thank you Sussex Corner Elementary School for the invitation to visit yesterday. First Nations knowledge keepers were at the school today with many lessons to teach the children to respect and protect the earth, and each other.

Funding to Repair Roof of New Brunswick Botanical Garden's Welcome Building

The provincial government has approved up to $1.5 million for repairs to the roof of the welcome and administrative building at the New Brunswick Botanical Garden in Edmundston.

Since 1993, the New Brunswick Botanical Garden has provided a unique experience to local residents and visitors alike. It is important to ensure the longevity and the safety of visitors for upcoming seasons.

The garden is a popular destination for nature lovers, researchers and families, boasting 1,500 plant species, beautiful landscapes and educational programs that contribute to the province's cultural and environmental richness. In 2023, the garden attracted more than 51,000 visitors. Repairing the roof is a fundamental step in preserving and enhancing this cherished attraction, which is the largest garden east of Montreal.

“This announcement comes at just the right time for the magnificent New Brunswick Botanical Garden, a tourism and ecological jewel, not only for our community, but for the whole province,” said Edmundston Mayor Eric Marquis. “We salute the provincial government for this important investment, which will undoubtedly allow the New Brunswick Botanical Garden to flourish even more and to continue to welcome its thousands of visitors.”

Gastronomic Tasting Experience Prepared by NBCC's Future Chefs

Our future tourism industry is in good hands. Food elevates every experience, especially when it comes to tourism experiences, and exceptional service and hospitality is what keeps visitors coming back for more.

Tonight was a perfect date night for Troy and I as we got to experience NBCC’s future chefs (including our son Kegan Wallace, of course) and hospitality workers offer a fine dining Gastronomic Tasting experience, spearheaded by instructor Chef Emmanuel Charretier. They prepared an 11-course, New Brunswick-themed menu from the water and land of our region and across international boundaries, all served by hotel and restaurant management students. They also served the most delicious drinks.

What an incredible experience. Thank you students….we are proud to have you contribute to this wonderful, rewarding industry in our beautiful province. #ExploreNB