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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.
01-04-20
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/
Tuesday, 31 March 2020
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.
31-03-20
Media Contact(s)
Jason Hoyt, communications, Service New Brunswick, jason.hoyt@gnb.ca. Share1
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.
31-03-20
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.
31-03-20
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