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Why Productivity Matters More Than Ever: A Pathway to Growth for New Brunswick
Productivity is the foundation of New Brunswick’s economic growth and our province's competitiveness. As current gaps continue to limit long-term progress, strengthening productivity has never been more essential. Discover why this matters now and how New Brunswick can drive meaningful, sustained growth in our latest article.
A Day in Arcadia with the Ignite Marketing Team
Our final entity visit of the year was filled with holiday cheer. The team started out with some festive coffees in Cambridge-Narrows, followed by a grand tour of the Jemseg Fire Hall, and rounded out the day with some holiday shopping at Gagetown’s Christmas in the Village.
Celebrating Success in Connection: Honouring Our 2025 Star Connectors
From building networks to fostering belonging and success, the Ignite Connector Program continues to open doors for professionals across our region. At this year’s Connector Appreciation Ceremony, we celebrated the ongoing impact of our Connector community, including the outstanding commitment of our 2025 Star Connectors.
Meet our Star Connectors, whose guidance and leadership have helped talented professionals find their footing and achieve meaningful career success.
2026 Business Plan
Vision 2030 is a regional economic development plan built on extensive data and community input. It outlines five priorities: workforce, business growth, infrastructure, sustainability, and urban-rural collaboration - while highlighting key regional strengths in innovation, creativity, natural resources, and defence.
Q3- Report 2025
Access our 2025 Q3 (quarter three) Board Report, providing details on our team milestones and achievements from July - September 2025, as well as some forward thinking for the next quarter to come.
Where Local Shines Bright: The Story Behind The Oromocto Galleria
There is something truly special about The Oromocto Galleria. What started as a dream with just six vendors has grown into a creative community of over 150 local makers, all thanks to Kim’s heart and hard work.
Check out our latest feature to see why this little shop has become such a big part of Oromocto
Batting for Community with Launchpad Sports
Get ready for an exciting episode of Locked on Local!
Batter up! Join us and Kevin McCarthy, owner of Launchpad Sports as Kevin shares his experience of building a business that can create opportunities and build community.
On this episode of Locked on Local, we talked sports analytics, business support and the importance of community.
Tune in to hear Kevin's advice and what played the biggest role in supporting his business journey.
A Day in Tracy with the Ignite Marketing Team
The Ignite team spent a rainy fall day exploring the Village of Tracy: from learning how cranberries are grown at Springbrook Cranberry Farm to sharing laughs with Mayor Dale Mowry. Read about our visit and discover the charm of this small but mighty community.
Ignite Wins Two National Marketing Awards for Storytelling & Community Engagement
Fredericton, NB – October 8, 2025 – Ignite is proud to announce that it has received two national Marketing Canada Awards from the Economic Developers Association of Canada (EDAC). The awards recognize exceptional marketing initiatives that promote economic development and community success across the country. Ignite was honoured in two categories…

