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Brief Review of New Brunswick's Labour Market – December 2024
New Brunswick's unemployment rate rose to 7.8% in December 2024, reflecting an increase in job seekers entering the market. Despite a 2% rise in employment and a growing labour force, the market struggled to match the influx of new workers. This highlights both opportunities and challenges as the province's labour market evolves.

Ignite Receives ACOA Funding and Officially Launches MERGE Program, Connecting Startups with Municipal Innovation Opportunities

Locked on Local | Chad McGarity: Warehouse Barbershop
Join host Andrew Lockhart on Locked on Local as he chats with Chad McGarity, the owner of The Warehouse Barbershop in Fredericton. More than just a place for a haircut, Chad has built a community-focused space that gives back through local initiatives. Tune in for a conversation about entrepreneurship, community, and the heart of Fredericton!

Q3- Report 2024
Please feel free to access our 2024 Q3 (quarter three) Board report, providing details on our team milestones and achievements from July - September 2024 as well as some forward thinking for the next quarter to come.

Locked on Local | Emily Arsenault: Dog Eared Books
Join host Andrew Lockhart on Locked on Local as he explores Dog Eared Books—a welcoming, inclusive space in Oromocto. Meet owner Emily Arsenault and discover how her bookstore celebrates local authors, artisans, and the joy of reading.

Canadian Hiring Index Reaches Three-Year Low: New Brunswick Faces Tight Labour Market and Sluggish Recovery

10 Years of Innovation – Members Throughout the Years
In honour of Planet Hatch’s 10 Year, we’re wanted to highlight some of the amazing talent and innovation that generated successful businesses in our region. Check out the stories of some of Planet Hatch’s members, past and present, to hear how these successful businesses got their start.

Planet Hatch Celebrates 10 Years of Innovation & Entrepreneurial Support
Fredericton, NB, August 28, 2024 – Today at Planet Hatch, community, stakeholders, entrepreneurs, and business owners gathered for an afternoon of networking and activities in celebration of Planet Hatch’s 10th-anniversary.
This milestone event marked a decade of fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in the region.
Read the full media release here.

Locked on Local | Carolyn Gibbons: Consciously Clean Refillery Inc.
Get ready for an exciting all-new episode of Locked on Local as Host Andrew Lockhart chats with Carolyn Gibbons, the mastermind behind Consciously Clean Refillery Inc.