UPDATE on APRIL 1ST, 2020 - New Brunswick Coronavirus Crisis---

News Release

Health

Office of the Premier

Eleven new cases of COVID-19; personal protection equipment supply meets current demand

01 April 2020

FREDERICTON (GNB) – Public Health has updated the number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the province.

Testing at the microbiology laboratory at the Dr. Georges-L.-Dumont University Hospital Centre in Moncton has identified 11 new cases, bringing the total number of confirmed cases in New Brunswick to 81.

Out of the 81 cases, 43 are travel-related, 22 are close contacts of confirmed cases, three cases are from community transmission and 13 cases remain under investigation.

Fourteen people have since recovered from the virus and four people are in hospital, including two of the latest cases.

The new cases are:

An individual aged 20-29 in Zone 1 (Moncton region)

An individual aged 50-59 in Zone 1 (Moncton region)

An individual aged 40-49 in Zone 2 (Saint John region)

An individual aged 60-69 in Zone 2 (Saint John region)

An individual aged 50-59 in Zone 2 (Saint John region)

An individual aged 30-39 in Zone 3 (Fredericton region)

An individual aged 40-49 in Zone 3 (Fredericton region)

An individual aged 50-59 in Zone 3 (Fredericton region)

An individual aged 50-59 in Zone 3 (Fredericton region)

An individual aged 50-59 in Zone 5 (Campbellton region)

An individual aged 60-69 in Zone 5 (Campbellton region)

Dr. Jennifer Russell, chief medical officer of health, said as the COVID-19 pandemic continues, it becomes increasingly important that we protect those who are protecting us.

“Doctors, nurses, paramedics, lab technicians and a host of other health-care workers are working hard every day to protect us against the spread of this virus and provide care to those who become ill because of it,” said Russell. “They are putting themselves in harm’s way for all of us and they deserve our profound gratitude.”

State of emergency enforcement

The all-party cabinet committee on COVID-19 and the cabinet have agreed to extend the state of emergency declaration issued March 19 for another 14 days. The order will be reassessed after two weeks and will be extended as needed.

Premier Blaine Higgs stressed that failing to obey the emergency order has serious consequences, with fines ranging from $292.50 to $10,200.

“Most New Brunswickers understand that we are under a state of emergency and have been acting appropriately,” said Higgs. “But we are still seeing reports of people who are not taking the situation seriously. We need these people to understand that violating an order is against the law.”

Personal protection equipment (PPE) for health-care workers

Higgs said he was pleased to hear the federal government will invest $2 billion to produce necessary supplies, including ventilators, testing kits and personal protective equipment such as masks, face shields, gowns and hand sanitizer.

“We will continue to work closely with the federal government and the other provinces to ensure we have access to these supplies in New Brunswick as the demand increases,” said Higgs.

Russell urged the public not to obtain or use supplies made for the health-care sector.

“I am confident we have the medical supplies we need to meet the current demands of this pandemic,” said Russell. “But we cannot afford to waste our resources. We must maintain our supplies and use them appropriately.”

Flatten the curve

Higgs repeated calls for everyone to do their part to protect all New Brunswickers.

“Since this pandemic began, we have all been asked to make sacrifices,” said Higgs. “We need all of you to do your part. We need you to continue to stay at home and keep a safe physical distance from other people. We need you to help us flatten the curve.”

Up-to-date information about COVID-19 is available online.

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Taxi Driver from Checker Cab in Fredericton have Coronavirus!!!!

I wonder if our health care system will be able to handle the thousands of new born babies heading this way......

Should be interesting....

Juanita McKnight died 14 years ago yesterday!!!!

Juanita McKnight died 14 years ago yesterday!!!!...I remember this as it was yesterday ..I can still hear her voice in my ADHD minds rallying the listeners for money...VERY SAD.....Click on link for the sad story----https://oldmaison.wordpress.com/2015/03/31/juanita-mcknight-died-9-years-ago-today/

Racist Non-Educated, Redneck, Piece of shit learn that Coronavirus was no April Fool Joke...P.S. IF YOU HAVE KIDS IN THE ROOM??? DON'T PLAY THIS!!!!

Some habits must change during the Coronavirus Crisis!!!

All Governments CANNOT understand why Canadians don't listen? Can you blame them?????

Good video charles!! We must listen to the government and take the neccessary precautions seriously for our health. I understand not everyone agrees with everything the government does. But this is pandemic and a very serious situation we are facing worldwide. I also believe God is sending us a message to let us know he is in control and we must turn from our wordly ways and trust in him. As the bible says if the people will turn from their wicked ways I will heal their land!! We are living in times that the bible speaks about in Matthew chapter 24!! Take care buddy and be safe.

UPDATE on MARCH 31TH, 2020 - New Brunswick Coronavirus Crisis----Request for review period for property assessments extended to May 1

News Release

Service New Brunswick

Request for review period for property assessments extended to May 1

31 March 2020

FREDERICTON (GNB) – The deadline to request a property assessment review has been extended by 30 days, until May 1.

“In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, our government felt that it was important to work with all New Brunswickers in alleviating some of the hardship property owners are currently facing,” said Service New Brunswick Minister Sherry Wilson. “This extension will give property owners an opportunity to thoroughly review their assessments and allow assessors additional time to complete reviews.”

All property is assessed at its real and true market value as of Jan. 1 each year, as per the Assessment Act.

Property assessment offices remain closed to protect the health and safety of employees and the public, however staff have resumed some of their regular duties, including the processing of requests for review.

The following options are available to anyone wishing to submit a request for review:

Online submissions: www.snb.ca/review

Email submissions: snb@snb.ca

Regular mail, as indicated on your 2020 property assessment and tax notice

Anyone with questions about their assessment should email snb@snb.ca or call 1-888-762-8600.

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UPDATE on MARCH 31TH, 2020 - New Brunswick Coronavirus Crisis-----Service New Brunswick centres reopening for in-person services by appointment only!!!!

News Release

Service New Brunswick Service New Brunswick centres reopening for in-person services by appointment only

31 March 2020

FREDERICTON (GNB) – Nine Service New Brunswick centres will reopen on Wednesday for essential service by appointment only.

The centres that will be open are:

Campbellton

Bathurst

Miramichi

Moncton

Saint John

St. Stephen

Woodstock

Fredericton

Edmundston

Service New Brunswick is taking precautions to ensure the number of customers allowed into the centres at one time is limited and that all customers and employees practise social distancing. Establishing appointments allows Service New Brunswick to pre-screen visitors, ensure customers will be prepared with the necessary documentation, and work with customers to avoid a visit entirely, if possible.

People who have not made appointments will not be permitted to enter the centres.

To book an appointment for one of the following essential services, call TeleServices at 1-888-762-8600 Monday to Friday between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.:

motor vehicle transfers

road test for Class 1, 3 or 4 licences only

International Fuel Tax Agreement decal applications

Medicare application for registration, replacement cards or renewals

family support payments

request for divorce certificate

fine payments after court date or due date

International Registration Plan transactions

transit markers

restoration of driving privileges application

rent payments (only those ordered to be paid at Service New Brunswick by the Residential Tenancies Tribunal)

vital statistics: marriage licences (only for marriages scheduled before April 30, 2020)

housing loan and rental payments (Social Development)

damage deposit payments (Social Development) Service New Brunswick reminds customers that hundreds of its services are still available online and through TeleServices from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday, and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 1-888-762-8600.

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Is you catch the Coronavirus? You WILL die a VERY lonely Death!!! PUBLIC DISTANCE YOURSELF FROM OTHERS!!!

Miramichi has the cheapest Gas Price in the Province....This is where the Coronavirus is spreading.....over 200 cases in Miramichi Zone....

UPDATE on MARCH 31TH, 2020 - New Brunswick Coronavirus Crisis-----Two new cases of COVID-19!!!!

News Release

Health

Office of the Premier

Two new cases of COVID-19

31 March 2020

FREDERICTON (GNB) – Public Health has updated the number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the province.

Testing at the microbiology laboratory at the Dr. Georges-L.-Dumont University Hospital Centre in Moncton has identified two new cases, bringing the total number of confirmed cases in New Brunswick to 70. Nine of those people have since recovered from the virus and one person remains in hospital.

The new cases are travel-related or contacts of travel-related cases:

An individual aged 60-69 in Zone 3 (Fredericton region)

An individual aged 20-29 in Zone 4 (Edmundston region)

“Just because we have had a couple days of low new-case numbers, now is not the time to be complacent,” said Dr. Jennifer Russell, chief medical officer of health. “We will have good days and bad days, but we cannot lose focus.”

Russell reminded New Brunswickers that much more must be done to stop the spread of the pandemic in the province.

“Everyone needs to act as if people around them have COVID-19,” said Russell. “Flattening the curve and protecting those who are most in need of protection requires continued and constant vigilance by every New Brunswicker.’’

Pandemic operational plan

Premier Blaine Higgs said a pandemic operational plan is being enhanced and will provide details and guidance on how the health system will handle increased cases of COVID-19.

“The plan takes both worst-case and best-case scenarios into account,” said Higgs. “This allows us to prepare for all situations we may encounter as this pandemic continues.”

The plan will be presented to cabinet and the all-party cabinet committee on COVID-19 for input. It will then be released to the public.

Local businesses

Higgs encouraged business owners affected by the state of emergency to use existing supports to keep operating and to think long term.

“Use any financial assistance you receive to stay afloat, but keep employees working and look to the future,” said Higgs. “Now is the time to be innovative. If your business is not prohibited from operating and meets the health standards being imposed, we need you.”

New Brunswick Workers Emergency Income Benefit

More than 38,000 applications have been received for the $900 income benefit for workers or self-employed people in New Brunswick who have lost their jobs due to the COVID-19 situation.

Applications may be completed online or by calling the Red Cross at 1-800-863-6582 (toll free) from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., seven days a week.

Up-to-date information about COVID-19 is available online.

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It's Called - PUBLICLY distancing yourself during the Coronavirus Crisis in New Brunswick!!!

Counted 130 Empties during 7.5 Kilometers walk and saw........

Blogger is VERY happy he's 100% wrong about Prediction during the Coronavirus Crisis!!!

UPDATE on MARCH 31TH, 2020 - New Brunswick Coronavirus Crisis-----Two new cases of COVID-19!!!!!

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News Release

Office of the Child, Youth and Seniors’ Advocate Child, youth and seniors’ advocate maintains operations through virtual office

30 March 2020

FREDERICTON (GNB)— The Office of the Child, Youth and Seniors’ Advocate is advising people that it continues to serve the public by telephone and email during the COVID-19 outbreak.

“Adjusting to isolation in response to COVID-19 can bear a heavy burden on individuals and families,” said Child, Youth and Seniors’ Advocate Norman Bossé. “During this period of reduction in government services our office remains closed but we will continue to accept your requests for assistance. New Brunswick’s most vulnerable population cannot be left in the dark.”

Those in need of advocacy services from the Office of the Child, Youth and Seniors’ Advocate may call, toll-free, 1-888-465-1100 or email advocate-defenseur@gnb.ca.

“We anticipate that it will not be possible to conduct investigations within normal time frames,” said Bossé. “We thank you for your patience and understanding.”

Bossé said that it is important to follow the guidelines from the chief medical officer of health and the government during this time, and that everyone has a role to play in reducing the curve and preventing the spread of the virus. He added that staying in touch with family members and neighbours by phone or social media can help people cope with feelings of stress from isolation.

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UPDATE on MARCH 30TH, 2020 - New Brunswick Coronavirus Crisis---Child, youth and seniors’ advocate maintains operations through virtual office!!!!!

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News Release

Office of the Child, Youth and Seniors’ Advocate Child, youth and seniors’ advocate maintains operations through virtual office

30 March 2020

FREDERICTON (GNB)— The Office of the Child, Youth and Seniors’ Advocate is advising people that it continues to serve the public by telephone and email during the COVID-19 outbreak.

“Adjusting to isolation in response to COVID-19 can bear a heavy burden on individuals and families,” said Child, Youth and Seniors’ Advocate Norman Bossé. “During this period of reduction in government services our office remains closed but we will continue to accept your requests for assistance. New Brunswick’s most vulnerable population cannot be left in the dark.”

Those in need of advocacy services from the Office of the Child, Youth and Seniors’ Advocate may call, toll-free, 1-888-465-1100 or email advocate-defenseur@gnb.ca.

“We anticipate that it will not be possible to conduct investigations within normal time frames,” said Bossé. “We thank you for your patience and understanding.”

Bossé said that it is important to follow the guidelines from the chief medical officer of health and the government during this time, and that everyone has a role to play in reducing the curve and preventing the spread of the virus. He added that staying in touch with family members and neighbours by phone or social media can help people cope with feelings of stress from isolation.

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My God...This was 9 years ago....she didn't want to be filmed....lol..

Pumping cheap Gas is a HUGE risk to spread the Coronavirus in Miramichi!!!

UPDATE on MARCH 30TH, 2020 - New Brunswick Coronavirus Crisis---First community transmission case of COVID-19 confirmed!!!!!

News Release

Health

Office of the Premier

First community transmission case of COVID-19 confirmed

30 March 2020

FREDERICTON (GNB) – Public Health has updated the number of COVID-19 cases in New Brunswick and confirmed that community transmission is now present in the province.

Two new cases have been confirmed, bringing the total number of cases to 68; two of those people have since fully recovered. The new confirmed cases are:

an individual aged 30-40 in Zone 2 (Saint John region)

an individual aged 60-70 in Zone 3 (Fredericton region)

Public Health is advising people who visited Shoppers Drug Mart at 175 Old Hampton Rd. in Quispamsis on the dates below that they were potentially exposed to COVID-19:

March 18 – 3:30 p.m. to midnight

March 19 – 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

March 26 – 8:15 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.

In addition, individuals who visited Shoppers Drug Mart at 57 Lansdowne Ave. in Saint John on the date below were potentially exposed to COVID-19:

March 20 – 10 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.

Anyone who was in those stores during those times should self-monitor and call 811 if they have any symptoms.

Dr. Jennifer Russell, the province’s chief medical officer of health, confirmed that incidents of community transmission are now present in New Brunswick; these are cases that cannot be directly traced back to an infection which took place outside the province. There are confirmed cases of community transmission in zones 1 (Moncton region), 2 (Saint John region) and 4 (Edmundston region). There are additional cases being investigated in other regions.

“This follows the trend we have seen in other parts of Canada. We have been expecting this and preparing for it,” said Russell. “People everywhere in New Brunswick have to act as if the virus is in their community whether it is confirmed or not.”

Russell said the potential for community transmission was the reason the province took proactive measures, such as directing people to stay at home, asking people to maintain physical distancing with others, limiting travel, and cancelling events where crowds may gather. These actions will limit the spread of the virus and the disease it carries, said Russell.

With community transmission now a reality, Russell said further changes are being made to the province’s testing protocols to ensure protection for those in greatest need. Testing will now focus on:

symptomatic health-care workers and staff of long-term care facilities and prisons

hospitalized patients with respiratory symptoms and no alternative diagnosis

residents of long-term care facilities and other vulnerable communities

Symptomatic travellers from outside New Brunswick will continue to be tested.

Russell emphasized the continued importance of New Brunswickers being on alert for COVID-19 symptoms – a new or exacerbation of a chronic cough or a fever – among themselves and their families. People should use the self-assessment tool at the www.gnb.ca website for guidance and contact 811 if they have symptoms.

“If you have the symptoms of COVID-19, you must act as if you have COVID-19,” said Russell. “That means isolating yourself immediately for at least 14 days. Do not put others at risk by behaving as if you do not have this disease.

“More than ever, what you do matters. What each of us does matters. It remains within our capability to slow the progress and limit the severity of the COVID-19 outbreak.”

Entering the third week of emergency

Premier Blaine Higgs thanked all New Brunswickers for their quick action and innovation to address the pandemic.

Higgs said the government made difficult decisions early to flatten the curve and reduce the spread of COVID-19 by closing schools, government offices, businesses and all non-essential services. Higgs said he anticipates these decisions will have a positive effect in the days and weeks ahead.

“Taking action before we were experiencing the full impact of the pandemic may have seemed extreme at the time, but I am confident it was the right thing to do,” said Higgs. “We took these actions earlier than some jurisdictions because we saw what happened all around the world in places that waited too long to react.”

Emphasis on physical distancing

New Brunswickers are being reminded of the importance of physical distancing and self-isolation, particularly following stories in the media over the past week about people engaging in unacceptable behaviour that puts residents, essential workers and first responders in danger.

“The more successful we are at flattening the curve now, the quicker we can all get back to our regular lives,” said Higgs. “Many people and businesses have taken this situation seriously from the beginning, and they have done their part to help keep us all safe. We have to continue to do our part by staying at home and maintaining physical distance from others. There are still people disobeying the emergency order and putting us all at risk.”

New Brunswick Workers Emergency Income Benefit

Applications are now available for the $900 income benefit for workers or self-employed people in New Brunswick who have lost their jobs due to the COVID-19 situation.

Applications may be completed online or by calling the Red Cross at 1-800-863-6582 (toll free) from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., seven days a week.

Border checkpoints

Since March 25, restrictions have been in place for all people arriving in New Brunswick from outside the province. Interprovincial travellers, like international travellers, need to self-isolate for 14 days.

All unnecessary travel into New Brunswick is prohibited, and peace officers are authorized to turn away visitors when they attempt to enter. People who have arrived in New Brunswick since the introduction of control points at interprovincial borders can expect a followup from law enforcement officials.

Playgrounds

The provincial government ordered all municipal authorities to close their respective playgrounds as of Sunday, March 29.

Low-Income Seniors’ Benefit

Applications for the 2020 Low-Income Seniors' Benefit will be available on April 1. The benefit is an annual $400 cheque to assist low-income seniors in New Brunswick.

Those eligible will be able to apply online or by calling a phone number. More information about the program, and on how to apply, is available online.

The application deadline is Dec. 31, 2020.

Up-to-date information about COVID-19 is available online.

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