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New Brunswick Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture : shaping culture, increasing focus and finding success. : Iu87-1/1-2012E-PDF

"In the summer of 2010, Tourism New Brunswick (TNB), a division of the Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture, became one of the first to license the Explorer Quotient® (“EQ®”) from the Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC). TNB’s goal was to increase net new visitors to the province. Having used primarily ad hoc research in the past, it was time to evaluate segmentation tools to gain better insights into travellers. Specifically, the organization sought a tool that could link with additional research sources to keep segments up to date and to track progress year-over-year"--Case summary, page 2.

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The Invitation Festival Fund 2024-2025

Objective The Invitation Festival Fund supports new and existing festivals of two consecutive days or longer that can demonstrate a tourism impact in their area.

Eligibility

• Existing festivals must demonstrate that a minimum of 15% of their attendees live at least 75 kms outside of the community where the festival is being held by submitting collected postal codes of attendees.
• Existing festivals must have a minimum of 100 postal codes collected from the previous year. New festivals must expect a minimum of 100 attendees.
• New and existing festivals must be prepared to collect attendee postal codes.
• Events must be open to the public.
• All organizations and businesses applying for funding must be of sound financial standing and have no obligations to the Government of New Brunswick.

Deadlines Festivals occurring from April 1 – Sept. 30, 2024 must apply prior to April 26, 2024.

Applicants will be notified by May 31, 2024.

Festivals occurring from Oct. 1, 2024 – March 31, 2025 must apply prior to August 16, 2024. Applicants will be notified by September 20, 2024.

Project Costs

Eligible:                                                 

• Costs associated with the execution of the festival are eligible. The total festival budget must be $10,000 or higher.
• All eligible project costs must be incurred between the date of application and March 31, 2025.

* Note that costs such as artist fees, local food purchases, etc, may be covered under other provincial festival programs.

Non-Eligible:

• Meetings and conventions               
• Sporting events                                   
• Bank and financial fees                     
• Debt repayment                                  
• Repeat programming (e.g., multiple performances of the same production)
• Trade shows
• Financing of a deficit
• Amount of HST refundable.

Level of Investment New festivals: Level of investment will be calculated based on anticipated number of attendees, and festival capacity. New festivals are eligible to receive a maximum of $10,000, not to exceed 25% of their total projected expenses.

Established Festivals: Level of investment will be calculated based on visitor postal codes submitted from the previous year’s festival, and the percentage of attendees from 75km away or more. A minimum of 15% of attendees coming from 75km away or more is required. Please see below table for levels of funding based on submitted postal codes. The amount of funding will not exceed 25% of total projected expenses.

The first instalment of 50% will be released to applicants once the project is approved and the signed letter of offer is returned to the department. The remaining funds will be released upon submission of a final report and supporting financial documentation. Standard Information Announcements of approved projects must be signed off by the Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture.

THC reserves the right to make the list of successful projects public once the applications have been approved.

Application Process: Fill in the application form in full online, and provide any supplemental information required via e-mail to [email protected] .

Successful Applications: Successful applicants will receive a letter of offer outlining the terms and conditions that apply to the financial contribution. The official decision on the application will be communicated to the applicant in writing. Contact information: For more information on the program, please contact: [email protected]

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New Brunswick Museum design unveiled, $108M in funding secured

T he design of the revitalized New Brunswick Museum has been unveiled, and nearly $108 million in government funding for its construction secured.

The former museum building in Saint John's north end will be updated and expanded to house research, exhibition, and community spaces under one roof, while its historical facade will be maintained, officials announced Monday at the Douglas Avenue site.

The province will invest $58 million, after the Higgs government previously cancelled $50 million pledged by the former Liberal government  for a new home for the museum. The federal government will provide $49.9 million. The museum will contribute the remaining $23.7 million through an upcoming capital campaign.

Tammy Scott-Wallace, minister of tourism, heritage and culture, described the announcement as "a long time coming," noting 44 iterations have been put to paper over the past 50 years.

"And here we are today making it real," she said. "I guess the 45th time is the charm.'

Premier Blaine Higgs said it "takes a while to get it right."

"I think when you see what we're about to present today, you will say, 'Wow, you got it right,'" he told the crowd.

He has no regrets about leaving the then-$100-million project slated for the former Coast Guard site on the waterfront out of the 2019-20 capital budget.

"Not a bit," Higgs told reporters. "We can afford it at this time.

"And do you see the design? Compare it to any other previous designs. They don't even come close."

It's also the ideal location, said Higgs.  "You know, there was a lot of debate — where it should go? Should it be here, should it be there? For me and I think for my colleagues, there wasn't a debate. This was the site

He noted the site once served as a portage area for Indigenous people and European settlers.

"It's just part of the heritage that we share — Black history, the Acadians, the Loyalists, the First Nations, it's all going to be a component of this museum, and there just isn't another location that suits it like this one."

The museum will become an icon for New Brunswick, and a destination, said Higgs, calling it an exciting day for all New Brunswick residents.

"This renewed infrastructure will be a place to preserve and showcase our province's natural and cultural history for generations to come," he said.

Saint John Rothesay MP Wayne Long, who attended on behalf of federal Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Minister Sean Fraser, said the museum revitalization project has been on his office whiteboard for a long time, and he's thrilled to see it come to fruition.

"This generational investment solidifies the New Brunswick Museum's history and rightful future right here in our city," he said.

Tracy Clinch, the museum board's new chair was unable to attend in person but offered comments via video. She said the project represents an important milestone in the museum's 182-year history.

"It's a testament to our commitment to preserving New Brunswick's rich heritage while embracing sustainability and innovation," Clinch said.

The design, created by Toronto-based architectural firm Diamond Schmitt, takes inspiration from the location — one of the great vantage points in Saint John, said Donald Schmitt.,design principal with the firm. It "embraces the rich history of New Brunswick's heritage and natural landscape."

It includes a new, accessible main entrance, a multi-storey public great room, nine exhibition galleries, and flexible spaces designed for educational programs, community events and public gatherings.

The new 134,000-square-foot building will be more energy-efficient and is expected to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 32 per cent, according to the federal government.

"This is a museum project for the past, present and future of New Brunswick, prioritizing archives and conservation capabilities, major exhibition galleries, community and education spaces, and environmental sustainability through our goal of zero-carbon certification," said Schmitt.

The museum is expected to open in the spring of 2026.

The museum's exhibition centre at Market Square has been closed for nearly two years, following a series of leaks , while artifacts from the Douglas Avenue have been in storage.

Founded in 1842, the New Brunswick Museum is considered the oldest continuing museum in Canada.

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N.S. tourism company focusing on Black cultural sites granted licence after pushback

Competitors of ayomikun bus charters argued there isn't a market for black heritage tours; uarb disagreed.

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A new tourism company that will offer tours of Black heritage sites and charters to cultural events around Nova Scotia has been granted its licence after facing pushback from competitors.

The Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board approved a motor carrier licence for Ayomikun Bus Charters on June 20.

"It was almost like finding out you won the lottery, for me personally," Dalton Cain, vice-president of Ayomikun Bus Charters, told CBC Radio's  Information Morning Halifax.  "That overwhelming feeling of OK, now we're able to start and do something that we all genuinely put our blood, sweat and tears into just putting it all together and getting it underway."

Cain, along with friends Kevin Brooks and Peter Field, started the company last December with the goal of making Black history more accessible through bus tours.

But during their licence application process, the new company faced opposition from tourism competitors , who said there isn't a market for African Nova Scotian cultural tours. They also had concerns about "overcapacity within the industry for existing operators."

The review board disagreed, noting in its decision that "there is a niche Black cultural market in this province."

"This market is not being fully served by the existing carriers," the decision said.

Cain said while the situation was mentally draining, he's pleased with the end result.

"There were organizations who were trying to prevent us from obtaining a licence, reaching a demographic of people who are underserved — specifically speaking of our community, the Black communities — so in doing that, it was just overwhelmingly frustrating at some times," he said.

"But the support that we had from community and one another, it helped us stay grounded."

Kevin Brooks, president of Ayomikun Bus Charters, said that support is what kept them optimistic. 

"We went through some pains, but it made us stronger. And as a team it made us stronger, and we're better because of it," he said.

Ayomikun means 'full of joy'

Peter Field, co-owner and manager of Ayomikun Bus Charters, said he and his partners are feeling joyful now that the licence has been approved.

It's a fitting feeling, he said, because Ayomikun means "full of joy" in the Nigerian language of Yoruba.

"That's our intentions for people who take our tours. That they will have a joyful experience and get off the bus full of joy," Field said.

Brooks said the company is working to source two buses, with hopes of being on the road by Aug. 1 for Emancipation Day.

For more stories about the experiences of Black Canadians — from anti-Black racism to success stories within the Black community — check out Being Black in Canada, a CBC project Black Canadians can be proud of.  You can read more stories here .

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Carpenter Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture Open Casual Position Kings Landing There's No Time Like the Present to Discover the Past!

For 50 years, Kings Landing has had a commitment to ensuring our future generations understand and learn through immersive, hands-on interpretation.

We invite you to join the Kings Landing team! Kings Landing's mission is to attract, engage, enrich and educate the people of New Brunswick and visitors by showcasing the well-researched adaptation of people who lived along the St. John River Valley in the 19th century.

What you will do

The Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture is seeking an individual to join the Kings Landing team as a Carpenter.

As a member of the team, you will have the unique opportunity to work on heritage restorations. You will also be responsible for the following key activities:

• Constructing, maintaining, and repairing wooden equipment and structures (interior and exterior)
• Rough framing, finishing work
• Helping to pour concrete
• Roofing, drywalling, and related tasks
• Operating and repairing power tools
• Making estimates
• Keeping records
• Performing related work as required

Work Environment

• Location: Kings Landing, Prince William, NB
• Environment: Indoors / Outdoors. May work in adverse weather conditions (sun/heat, rain, snow, cold) and working from heights. The work site is noisy and dusty.
• Standard hours of work: Shift work and/or variable hours including weekends

Operational Requirements

You must be prepared to:

• Perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting and carrying, pushing, and pulling items weighing more than 25 pounds. Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Climb ladders and work at heights
• Work outside for long periods of time
• Operate a variety of tools and equipment
• Work in accordance with specified safety procedures
• Wear all required safety equipment
• Work with minimal supervision

Who you are

To be successful in this role, you have a great respect for health and safety procedures. You are able think critically and problem-solve.

Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:

Need to have

• Completion of grade 10
• A minimum of five (5) years of related work experience
• A valid class 5 driver's license as issued by the province of New Brunswick
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered
• Written and spoken competence in English or French is required

Nice to have

• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship in carpentry
• Valid Emergency First Aid/CPR certification
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) training
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures

Behavioural Competencies Check out our competencies here!

• Analytical Thinking/Judgment
• Concern for Order
• Flexibility
• Results Orientation
• Teamwork and Collaboration

Technical Competencies

• Knowledge of Health and Safety Procedures

Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.

Salary: $23.72 per hour

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health & safety are important to us. Kings Landing has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health & Safety.

How to apply

We encourage applicants to apply online at www.ere.gnb.ca , by mail at the following address, or by email at [email protected] , by July 10, 2024 indicating competition number R18-2024/2025-032 . This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Kings Landing 5804 Route 102 Prince William, N.B. E6K 0A5 Telephone: 1-506-363-4954

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

• A Criminal Record Check is required prior to appointment

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities in which we live and serve. We encourage and support applications from Aboriginals, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups.

Check out what it is like to work at the Government of New Brunswick, where we are working together as One Team One GNB to improve the lives of New Brunswickers every day!

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Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Sussex

From: Infrastructure Canada

Media advisory

Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Wayne Long, Member of Parliament for Saint John–Rothesay, the Honourable Tammy Scott-Wallace, Minister of Tourism, Heritage and Culture, and His Worship Marc Thorne, Mayor of Sussex.

Sussex, New Brunswick, June 21, 2024 — Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Wayne Long, Member of Parliament for Saint John–Rothesay, the Honourable Tammy Scott-Wallace, Minister of Tourism, Heritage and Culture, and His Worship Marc Thorne, Mayor of Sussex.

Date: Monday, June 24, 2024

Time: 1:30 p.m. ADT

Location: Council Chambers Town Hall 524 Main Street Sussex, NB E4E 3E4

For more information (media only), please contact:

Micaal Ahmed Communications Manager Office of the Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities 343-598-3920 [email protected]

Media Relations Infrastructure Canada 613-960-9251 Toll free: 1-877-250-7154 Email: [email protected] Follow us on Twitter , Facebook , Instagram and LinkedIn Web: Infrastructure Canada

Mary-Anne Hurley-Corbyn Communications Director Regional Development Corporation 506-457-4996 [email protected]

Scott Hatcher Chief Administrative Officer Sussex 506-432-4553 [email protected]

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