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Julien Kos visited Moncton planning to charge his electric vehicle at a mall while having a meal. However, he faced policy changes concerning electric vehicles that might affect the expansion of charging infrastructure. These changes raise concerns about the capability to support critical infrastructure growth needed for electric vehicles.

Martin Jia Yu Mei, a real estate investor and strategist, has been recognized by Connect CRE Canada's 2025 Next Generation Awards. Mei focuses on sourcing and underwriting projects in emerging East Coast markets, particularly in Moncton, New Brunswick. He has been instrumental in transforming underutilized assets into profitable opportunities and contributes significantly to community initiatives, such as educating new immigrants and youth. His efforts in reshaping distressed properties and supporting investor education make him a valuable asset to the real estate industry.

A new industrial park expansion in Saint John, New Brunswick, threatens to pave over an old-growth forest that includes a historic spruce tree dating back to the time of French explorer Samuel de Champlain. Concerns are being raised about the environmental impact of destroying the forest to make way for industrial development. The potential loss highlights the tension between economic development and environmental conservation.

AtkinsRéalis is celebrating 20 years of its Brun-Way Highway Operations in New Brunswick, responsible for maintaining 275 km of highways until 2033. This partnership involves snow clearing, road repairs, and using AtkinsRéalis' VUEWorks platform to track asset conditions. Local New Brunswick companies collaborate on design, construction, and maintenance. The operations are vital for connectivity and the economy, linking New Brunswick to Maine and Quebec.

The Canadian Impact Assessment Agency has rejected a federal environmental evaluation request for a planned pozzolan mine in the Bay of Chaleur. This decision disappoints a Quebecois citizen group concerned about the mine's potential cross-border environmental impact. While the project will undergo a provincial assessment, the group may pursue legal actions to address their concerns. The mine, intended to produce a volcanic rock used in a low-carbon construction material, sits close to the Quebec-New Brunswick border.

EXP, a consulting engineering firm, has relocated its Atlantic Canada headquarters to a five-storey mixed-use building at 140 Carleton Street in downtown Fredericton. The new office offers a functional and collaborative environment, enhancing staff attendance and office culture. With its strategic location near government offices, the office supports both public and private sector clients in the region. EXP operates six offices with over 250 employees across Atlantic Canada, contributing to building, infrastructure, and environmental projects.

The Government of New Brunswick has selected a site for a new kindergarten-to-Grade 12 school in Shediac to address overcrowding issues. Located on Ohio Road next to Route 15, the new facility is set to replace Shediac Cape School and reduce pressure on Moncton High School. With a budget of $105 million, the school is designed to accommodate 930 students and includes various specialized rooms and community facilities. Construction is expected to begin this fall, with opening scheduled for January 2029.

Americold Realty Trust has started construction on a new cold storage facility in Saint John, New Brunswick. The project, valued at $75-$80 million, marks their expansion into Canada and is in partnership with DP World and Canadian Pacific Kansas City. The facility will offer 22,000 pallet positions to improve food distribution between Canada and global markets. Opportunities NB will support job creation with up to $1.01 million in payroll rebates and the project is expected to contribute significantly to the provincial GDP.

Loblaw is expanding its Maxi discount grocery chain into New Brunswick by opening a new store in Caraquet this fall. This 15,000-square-foot store at Place Saint-Pierre will be Maxi's first location outside Quebec and will generate around 30 new jobs. The expansion aligns with Loblaw's strategy to increase their small-footprint store presence across Canada. Maxi aims to resonate with the local community's francophone heritage and values.