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Tuesday, October 26, 2021
COVID-19: Rapid testing policy weighs on New Brunswick businesses
The Saint John Chamber of Commerce has distributed at least 40,000 rapid COVID-19 testing kits to 850 companies — a measure of success for its CEO, David Duplisea. However, Duplisea said the chamber is aware of employers who are facing issues with employees not seeking a confirmative PCR test as mandated by Public Health guidelines.
Thursday, July 29, 2021Saint John Chamber CEO Says Businesses Unsure About Safety Measures In Green Phase
There is a lot of excitement in the region’s business community with Covid-19 restrictions set to be lifted Friday night. But with the excitement comes confusion for some business owners, according to the CEO of the Saint John Region Chamber of Commerce. David Duplisea said even when the restrictions are lifted, businesses want to do whatever they can to keep their workers and customers safe.
Friday, June 18, 2021N.B. Chamber CEOs Excited To See Economy Open Up In Green Phase
As the province moves closer to fully reopening after 15 months of living in the pandemic, the CEOs from Chambers of Commerce across the province are encouraged by what the change means for businesses.
Friday, January 29, 2021Chambers of Commerce in N.B.’s 3 major cities rally against idea of 1 regional airport
COVID-19 has dealt the airline industry a huge blow and that’s producing a conversation about what will come next. Talk has resurfaced about the possibility of a single regional airport for the province. It’s something that has drawn quick reactions from the province’s major cities, all of which had an operational airport until airlines pulled commercial service from Fredericton and Saint John. Now only Moncton is receiving commercial flights.
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Truth and Reconciliation
Recognizing the importance of education, the Chamber encourages businesses to provide comprehensive training for management and staff on the history of Indigenous peoples, including the legacy of residential schools, Indigenous rights, and Aboriginal-Crown relations. Emphasizing intercultural competency, conflict resolution, and anti-racism, these efforts aim to foster a more inclusive and harmonious corporate environment rooted in mutual understanding and respect. Learn more click here.
