Category Archives: Business

FREDERICTON – Creating additional space and bringing in business during Covid-19 has been “ruff” for some business owners. But one Fredericton restaurant came up with a new way to welcome customers and their dogs for a bite to eat. Isaac’s Way in downtown Fredericton created a dog-friendly patio so owners can enjoy a lunch out andContinue reading “Fredericton restaurant introduces dog-friendly patio”

REXTON – One New Brunswick clothing company started with two cousins proud of where they’re from. Now, Country Liberty has introduced a new design in collaboration with Indigenous youths who are proud of where they’re from too. “It really just meant a lot to me to be able to give back in the sense of, you know,Continue reading “N.B. clothing company releases product in collaboration with Indigenous youth”

FREDERICTON- Two business owners from Fredericton are getting their brand noticed thanks to a feature in an iconic sports magazine. Swimsuit business, Ashley + Alex Bikinis, had a suede swimsuit worn by model Myla Dalbesio in a recent issue of Sports Illustrated magazine. “It was always a massive goal of mine to be involved in [Sports IllustratedContinue reading “Sports Illustrated features swimsuit from Fredericton-raised business owners”

FREDERICTON – Second Showing Boutique has developed the right safety measures and online sales strategy to serve its customers during the Covid-19 pandemic. The popular Fredericton consignment store sells used clothes, but owner Carlien Brouwer says all Covid-19 precautions are taken to keep the clothes clean and make for a safe shopping environment. “If you have newContinue reading “How Second Showing Boutique keeps customers engaged and safe during Covid-19”

FREDERICTON – Robert Simmonds Clothing in downtown Fredericton is going into its 22nd year of business and is still experiencing tremendous growth, even in a sector hard-hit by Covid-19. “If it wasn’t for our clients and our team, we certainly wouldn’t be in the position we’re in today,” said Paul Simmonds, who has been inContinue reading “Robert Simmonds Clothing marks 22 years in business and still going strong”

FREDERICTON – Tavis Marr owns Marr’s Sweet Syrup, a company driven by his love for bees. Marr sells raw, unpasteurized honey as well as a hydrating body balm, a beeswax lip balm, and an all-natural soap. “I gave a couple to my daughter, she brought them to school, then teachers started calling asking if they couldContinue reading “It’s a business with buzz, once you get used to ‘50,000 bees looking back at you’”