Daily Archives: September 12, 2026
Atlantic Canada Update — September 12, 2026
Atlantic Canada Update — September 12, 2026
Here is your latest Atlantic Canada roundup, with no hashtags, covering New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador.
New Brunswick — U.S. trade measures
New Brunswick is taking additional steps to protect provincial businesses from the continuing Canada-U.S. trade dispute. Beginning October 1, the province plans to prohibit the purchase of American goods and services for provincial contracts valued at more than $5 million. The government says the measure is intended to support New Brunswick businesses while tariff pressures continue.
Global News — New Brunswick trade measures
Nova Scotia — Budget consultation begins
Nova Scotians are being invited to provide input into the province’s next budget. The provincial government launched its budget consultation process on September 11, asking residents to identify priorities for the coming year.
The province is also continuing to deal with the aftermath of serious flooding in Cape Breton earlier this month.
Nova Scotia Government — Latest News
Prince Edward Island — Busy fall weekend
P.E.I. is heading into a busy September weekend, with the Sommo Festival in Cavendish bringing large crowds and expected traffic delays. Provincial officials are advising motorists to plan ahead.
Road construction and bridge projects are also creating temporary delays in several communities.
Prince Edward Island — Alerts and Advisories
Newfoundland and Labrador — Big game season opens
Big game hunting season opens across most of Newfoundland and Labrador today, September 12. The provincial government says the moose season on the island runs from September 12 through December 31, with different dates applying in Gros Morne and Terra Nova national parks.
At the same time, Newfoundland is experiencing a cooler, unsettled Saturday, with showers and strong winds in parts of the province. Newfoundland and Labrador Government — Latest Releases
Atlantic Canada — A remarkably quiet hurricane season
One of the biggest weather stories this September is the extraordinary lack of Atlantic hurricanes. As of September 12, no Atlantic hurricane has formed in 2026, an unprecedented level of inactivity for the satellite era.
Forecasters are attributing much of the unusual pattern to a very strong El Niño, which is producing atmospheric conditions that are hostile to hurricane development. However, meteorologists continue to caution that the season is not over.
Associated Press — Record-quiet Atlantic hurricane seasonThe Weather Network — El Niño forecast
Newfoundland waters — Strong winds
Marine conditions remain an important consideration along Newfoundland’s east coast. Environment Canada is reporting strong west-to-northwest winds and seas reaching several metres in some areas, with gale warnings in effect for portions of the marine district.
Atlantic economy — Ocean technology
Atlantic Canada’s marine technology sector is also getting attention internationally. A federal investment is helping 20 Atlantic ocean technology companies reach international shipbuilding and marine-industry markets, including through Canada’s participation at the SMM maritime trade event in Hamburg.
Government of Canada — Atlantic ocean technology companies
Looking ahead
September is bringing a noticeable change across Atlantic Canada: cooler mornings, increasingly active fall schedules, harvest and outdoor activities, and heightened attention to weather and marine conditions.
For Atlantic Canadians, the major themes to watch are Cape Breton’s flood recovery, the Canada-U.S. trade dispute, the fall economy, changing weather patterns and the unusually quiet hurricane season.
Sources: Government of Canada, provincial governments, Environment Canada, Associated Press, Global News and The Weather Network.
Saint John Today Saturday, September 12, 2026
Saint John Today
Saturday, September 12, 2026
Saint John is heading into a busy September weekend, with warm weather, community events and several developments worth keeping an eye on.
A beautiful September weekend
Saturday is shaping up to be one of those late-summer days Saint John residents enjoy. Forecast conditions call for sunshine and temperatures around 24°C, making it a good day to get outdoors, visit Rockwood Park, explore Uptown or take a walk along the harbour.
Sunday is expected to remain relatively mild, although showers may arrive later in the day.
Rides at Rockwood
One of the weekend’s highlights is Rides at Rockwood, a charity car show being held at Fisher Lakes in Rockwood Park.
The event brings together classic cars, specialty vehicles and automobile enthusiasts while raising money for local charities. Organizers say the event has raised approximately $150,000 for local causes since it began.
For families and car enthusiasts, it is a good opportunity to enjoy Rockwood Park while supporting the community.
East Saint John community discussion
The City of Saint John is also encouraging residents to take part in community discussions concerning East Saint John and local services.
Public meetings such as these provide residents with an opportunity to learn more about municipal plans, ask questions and share their views about the future of their neighbourhoods.
Community involvement continues to be an important part of Saint John’s growth as the city works through changes in housing, infrastructure and services.
New housing in the Uptown area
Housing remains an important issue throughout Saint John.
Recent development includes new apartment units in the Uptown area, adding to the city’s changing residential landscape. New housing is particularly significant as Saint John continues to attract residents, businesses and investment.
The challenge will be balancing new development with the preservation of the character and history that make Uptown Saint John unique.
Saint John Fire leadership
There has also been a change in the leadership structure of Saint John Fire. Josh Hennessy has been named Deputy Chief of Emergency Management, Compliance and Administration.
Emergency preparedness and public safety remain major responsibilities for the city, particularly as Saint John continues to prepare for severe weather and other emergencies.
Irving Oil refinery turnaround
Another major development affecting the local economy is the planned fall turnaround at the Irving Oil refinery.
The Saint John refinery is Canada’s largest oil refinery and plays an important role in supplying fuel to Atlantic Canada and markets in the northeastern United States.
The turnaround is expected to continue into November and involves planned maintenance and work at the refinery.
What’s happening around Saint John?
With the weather cooperating, this is a good weekend to get out and see what Saint John has to offer.
From Rockwood Park and the Uptown streets to the waterfront and surrounding communities, September is a particularly attractive time of year in the city.
The days are still warm, the fall colours are beginning to approach and there is plenty happening in the community.
Saint John at a glance
Weather: Sunny and warm Saturday, around 24°C
Weekend: Community activities and events throughout the city
Rockwood Park: Rides at Rockwood charity car show
Uptown: Continued housing development
Public safety: New Saint John Fire deputy chief appointment
Industry: Irving Oil refinery fall turnaround underway
Saint John continues to change, but its greatest strength remains its people and communities. As we move toward fall, there is plenty happening in and around the city.
Check back with BevNice.ca for more Saint John news, weather, history and community updates.
Sources
City of Saint John — News and Notices
Saint John Police Force
SJ Today
Your Saint John
Environment and Climate Change Canada
Saint John, New Brunswick — Weather & Tides
Saint John, New Brunswick — Weather & Tides
Today, Saturday, September 12: Sunny and pleasant, with a high around 24°C according to Environment and Climate Change Canada.
Bay of Fundy tides — Saint John area
For Saturday, September 12 (ADT):
- High tide: 8:04 a.m. — 2.57 m / 8.4 ft
- Low tide: 2:13 p.m. — 0.55 m / 1.8 ft
- High tide: 8:23 p.m. — 2.54 m / 8.3 ft
- Low tide: 1:59 a.m. — 0.59 m / 1.9 ft
The next several days show generally good weather Monday and Tuesday, with a greater chance of rain later in the week.