New Brunswick Rent Bank Grant Launches

The New Brunswick Rent Bank Program application launched today. The Rent Bank grant is intended to help renters with expenses directly linked to staying housed. If you are facing eviction, you may be eligible.

This grant provides financial support of up to $2,750, or the equivalent of two months' rent, whichever is less.

This can include:

-Assisting with a damage deposit

-Clearing rent debt (up to two months) on your current residence, to a maximum of $2,750

-Paying overdue essential utilities that threaten your tenancy

The funds from the Rent Bank grant are sent directly to the landlord or impacted utility.

To apply, visit: https://www.pxw1.snb.ca/snb9000/product.aspx?productid=A001P553440&l=e&fbclid=IwAR38DTMAcajS86eeOuXBu_SKmklQ2zQrclvqqrIpa8pITwCuoyYqqc7TBTY

Sussex Fire Department's Chief for a Day

There was a lot of excitement for one little girl in Mrs. Tina Drury’s kindergarten class at Sussex Elementary School when she was named ”Fire Chief for a Day”, drawn by Public Safety Minister Kris Austin from ballots of participating students throughout the province. Rayna May Williams received a bunker suit, plaque, and backpack full of goodies, and a special stuffed Sparky the dog, along with a pizza party and cake for the class. I was so happy to step in for Minister Austin today to join Sussex Fire Chief Tony Reicker, NB Fire Marshal Michael Lewis, Sparky the Fire Dog, fire investigation dog Maureen and her handler Brian Brown and others to celebrate Rayna. Congratulations Rayna. 🚒🚒🚒

Creating Fundy Mosaics with Artist Tim Isaac

Sunday was my husband’s birthday so we spent the day in the most amazing way. We took a nice drive from Sussex, out through Fundy National Park, on to New Horton to spend the morning with one of our favourite artists Tim Isaac to create our own Fundy Mosaic. Tim is a patient, kind teacher and is inspirational beyond words. Having time with an artist is always a brilliant use of time, I am understanding this more and more as minister for the arts. Thank you Tim Isaac. To book a workshop (mosaic, raku firing or clay handbuilding) call him at 506-882-1117 or visit timisaacpottery.com. This is a great Christmas gift idea.