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Saint John Today Tuesday, September 22, 2026

Saint John Today

Tuesday, September 22, 2026

Local and City News

Confirmed: The City of Saint John’s latest notices include several traffic-related items issued September 18. The most immediate is the Germain Street closure beginning today.

Confirmed: The City has also posted a notice regarding oversized and overweight load movements through the Lower West Side.

Roads and Traffic

Confirmed: Northbound Germain Street is closed to through traffic between Princess Street and Grannan Street beginning today for three days, 24 hours a day. Businesses remain open. Motorists should follow posted detours and watch for pedestrians and workers.

Confirmed: The Department of Transportation has scheduled traffic disruptions on the Saint John Harbour Bridge today. Drivers should allow additional travel time.

City of Saint John — News and Notices

Police and Public Safety

Developing: No new Saint John Police Force media release dated September 22 was located in this morning’s search. Earlier police investigations and the city’s school-zone safety program remain active.

For emergencies, call 911; for non-emergency police matters, contact the Saint John Police Force.

Saint John Police Force

Business and Economy

Confirmed: Irving Oil’s $235-million Operation Osprey turnaround at the Saint John refinery is underway. The 75-day project involves approximately 2,100 additional skilled workers from more than 55 contracting companies and includes infrastructure replacements, equipment upgrades and work on the refinery’s residual fluid catalytic cracking unit.

Port and Waterfront

Confirmed: The September cruise schedule shows Royal Caribbean’s Independence of the Seas continuing its Saint John call through this morning, with departure scheduled for approximately 7:30 p.m. The port’s September schedule remains particularly busy, with another cruise call scheduled for Wednesday.

Local Events Today

Several events are scheduled:

  • Atlantic Indigenous-Led Energy Symposium — begins today and runs through September 24 at the Saint John Trade & Convention Centre. The event is sold out.

RBC Banking Information Session — 2–3 p.m., Saint John Newcomers Centre.

Professional Sales: Building Trust, Creating Value, and Winning Customers — 5–7 p.m., Saint John Newcomers Centre.

Try It Tuesdays: Create Your Own Faux Cake Canvas — 6–7:30 p.m., Market Square Atrium.

RCSCC 9 Rodney Sea Cadet Open House — 6:30–9 p.m., HMCS Brunswicker.

Fall Grief Café — 1–3 p.m., St. Mark’s United Church.

Weather

Forecast: Saint John should see a partly cloudy day with a high around 15°C and a low near 5°C tonight. Wednesday is expected to remain cool, with temperatures around 15°C.

Bay of Fundy Tides

For Tuesday, September 22, Saint John tide predictions are approximately:

Tide Time Height
Low 3:16 a.m. 1.96 m / 6.4 ft
High 9:28 a.m. 6.62 m / 21.7 ft
Low 3:37 p.m. 2.13 m / 7.0 ft
High 9:47 p.m. 7.02 m / 23.0 ft

The evening high tide is the higher of today’s two high tides.

Today’s Snapshot

City: Germain Street closure begins
Traffic: Harbour Bridge disruptions today; Lower West Side heavy-load movements planned
Public safety: No new police release confirmed this morning
Business: Irving Oil’s $235-million refinery turnaround continues
Port: Cruise activity continues
Events: Atlantic Indigenous-Led Energy Symposium and several community events
Weather: Partly cloudy, high near 15°C
Tides: High tide around 9:28 a.m.; higher tide around 9:47 p.m.

Key sources: City of Saint John

· Saint John Police Force · Irving Oil · Your Saint John Events · Saint John tide information

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New Brunswick Today — September 22, 2026

New Brunswick Today — September 22, 2026

New Brunswick Today

New Brunswick is heading into the first full week of autumn with attention focused on the provincial economy, energy, jobs, public safety and the continuing impact of U.S. trade measures.

Economy and U.S. tariffs

The provincial government has announced additional measures to support New Brunswick businesses affected by new U.S. tariffs.

The province says approximately $115.1 million in New Brunswick exports are affected by the latest U.S. measures, representing about 0.7% of the province’s total exports in 2025.

Beginning October 1, the provincial government plans to prohibit the procurement of U.S. goods or services for significant provincial contracts valued at more than $5 million, where applicable Canadian or New Brunswick alternatives exist. The province is also encouraging public-sector organizations to look for Canadian and New Brunswick products.

Belledune energy project

The province is moving ahead with plans to convert the Belledune Generating Station from coal to sustainably sourced advanced wood pellets.

The approximately $65-million conversion is intended to allow the facility to continue operating beyond 2030 while reducing its greenhouse-gas emissions. The provincial government says the project could support about 713 full-time-equivalent jobs annually across the Canadian supply chain and generate approximately $85 million in annual GDP.

The project is particularly significant for northern New Brunswick because of its potential impact on forestry, trucking, rail and shipping.

Public safety

The New Brunswick RCMP reported 254 calls for service during the 24-hour period ending September 21.

Among the incidents reported were an impaired-driving investigation following a single-vehicle crash near Campbellton, an assault, a missing-person investigation in the Sussex area, a vehicle theft in the Western Valley and several other investigations.

These are RCMP-reported incidents and should not be interpreted as a complete picture of crime across the province.

Politics and public affairs

A current issue receiving attention is the future of French-language court services in New Brunswick. Global News reports that Canada’s Commissioner of Official Languages intends to intervene in a court case concerning the closure of courthouses serving francophone communities.

The issue highlights the continuing importance of language rights and access to justice in the province.

Jobs and industry

New Brunswick’s forestry and manufacturing sectors remain under pressure. Recent provincial coverage includes a temporary shutdown at the Nackawic pulp mill and layoffs at another New Brunswick mill.

The developments come as the province deals with changing international trade conditions and ongoing questions about the future of traditional industries.

Fredericton

Fredericton continues to receive attention for its municipal services and quality of life. One recent report noted that Fredericton’s tap water was recognized in a North American taste-testing competition.

Moncton

Moncton remains one of the province’s major growth centres, with housing, public safety and infrastructure continuing to be important issues.

Recent provincial initiatives include supportive housing and additional affordable housing projects in the city.

Saint John

Saint John continues to see investment in housing and community infrastructure. The provincial government previously announced that 12 affordable housing units at the House of Merritt were expected to open this fall.

The city is also entering one of its busiest autumn periods for community, cultural and entertainment activities.

Weather

For Saint John, Environment and Climate Change Canada is forecasting a mainly sunny day today with a high near 17°C. The forecast calls for clear conditions tonight with a low around 5°C, followed by sunny weather Wednesday and Thursday. A chance of showers returns toward the weekend.

Autumn arrives

Autumn officially arrives this week, and New Brunswick’s fall tourism season is getting underway. Festivals, harvest events, farmers’ markets and outdoor activities continue across the province through September and October.

For residents and visitors, this is the beginning of the province’s familiar transition from warm summer days to cooler nights and changing leaves.

What to watch today

New Brunswick’s key stories:

  • U.S. tariffs and their effect on provincial businesses
  • The Belledune generating-station conversion
  • Forestry and mill employment
  • French-language court services
  • Public safety across the province
  • Affordable housing in Saint John and Moncton
  • The arrival of the autumn season

Sources

Government of New Brunswick — Tariff response

Government of New Brunswick — Belledune project

New Brunswick RCMP

Environment and Climate Change Canada — Saint John forecast

Global News New Brunswick

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Atlantic Canada News

Atlantic Canada Update — September 22, 2026

Atlantic Canada Update — September 22, 2026

New Brunswick

Nackawic pulp mill remains a major concern

The temporary idling of the Nackawic pulp mill continues to draw provincial attention. The New Brunswick government says several departments are working on a response to the situation, which has implications for the forestry sector and the local economy.

Health-care and long-term care expansion

New Brunswick announced expanded primary-care facilities in Memramcook, additional training space at CCNB Dieppe and plans for new long-term-care beds in Riverview. The province also announced additional long-term-care capacity in Neguac.

Belledune energy transition

Work is continuing on plans to transition the Belledune Generating Station away from coal. The province has welcomed a clean-fuel project associated with the facility as part of the region’s changing energy landscape.

Nova Scotia

Community safety initiative

Nova Scotia municipalities are beginning work on a new Community Safety and Well-Being Initiative. The provincial government says the program is intended to support communities in addressing local safety and social challenges.

Nova Scotia Loyal expands

Kent Building Supplies has joined the Nova Scotia Loyal program, part of the province’s effort to encourage consumers to support businesses and products connected with the province.

Halifax and the region

The Port of Halifax has announced three new members of its board of directors: Richard Edwards, John Fitzpatrick, K.C., and Laurie Graham.

Prince Edward Island

Autumn arrives

PEI is moving into the fall season with harvesting activity continuing across the province. Agriculture, tourism and seasonal events remain important parts of the island economy as September moves toward October.

The province also recently issued 195 immigration invitations in its September 17 selection round, primarily through Labour Impact and Express Entry categories.

Newfoundland and Labrador

Churchill Falls and Gull Island

The proposed Churchill Falls–Gull Island agreement remains one of the region’s major economic and energy stories.

The Newfoundland and Labrador government says the proposed development could create substantial construction employment and expand the province’s electricity and transmission opportunities. The Innu Nation, meanwhile, has called for greater involvement in discussions surrounding the development.

Atlantic economy

A recent TD Economics provincial forecast highlights significant differences in expected economic growth across Atlantic Canada. Its forecast lists 2026 real GDP growth at 0.9% for New Brunswick, 1.2% for Nova Scotia, 1.3% for PEI and 4.1% for Newfoundland and Labrador. These are forecasts, not final economic results.

Weather watch

The transition into autumn is becoming noticeable across Atlantic Canada. In New Brunswick, Environment Canada has issued a frost advisory for parts of southeastern New Brunswick, with overnight temperatures potentially falling to around 0°C or below in some locations.

What to watch this week

  • The economic impact of the Nackawic pulp mill idling
  • Developments surrounding Belledune’s energy transition
  • Health-care and long-term-care expansion in New Brunswick
  • Nova Scotia community-safety and infrastructure initiatives
  • The Churchill Falls–Gull Island energy negotiations
  • Autumn weather, frost and changing road conditions
  • Harvest and tourism activity across Atlantic Canada

Sources

Government of New Brunswick — Latest News

Government of Nova Scotia — NewsEnvironment Canada — New Brunswick ForecastsTD Economics — Provincial Economic ForecastAtlantic Canada Update — September 21, 2026Current Canadian Drought Conditions — Atlantic Canada

Canada Today

Canada Breaking News — September 22, 2026

Canada Breaking News — September 22, 2026

1. Ottawa introduces major legislation to speed up resource and infrastructure projects

The federal government has introduced the Building Canada Strong Act, aimed at reducing the time required for federal reviews of major infrastructure and natural-resource projects. The proposed framework would establish a target of completing federal reviews within one year and would allow different approval processes to proceed simultaneously rather than sequentially.

Government of Canada — Building Canada Strong Act

2. Canada pushes ahead with trade diversification in Asia

Canada says negotiations for trade agreements with the Philippines and ASEAN are more than 90% complete, with Ottawa hoping to conclude the talks by November. The initiative is part of Canada’s effort to diversify trade and strengthen economic relationships outside the United States.

3. Belleville synagogue shooting investigation continues

Investigators are examining Sunday’s shooting outside the Sons of Jacob Synagogue in Belleville, Ontario. Police exchanged gunfire with an armed man during Yom Kippur. The officer and suspect were seriously injured, while people inside the synagogue were not reported injured. Authorities are investigating the circumstances and motive; additional security has been deployed around some places of worship.

4. Federal government approves Tilbury LNG expansion

The federal government has approved an expansion of the FortisBC Tilbury LNG facility in Delta, British Columbia, under the government’s “one project, one review” approach. The decision comes as Ottawa seeks to accelerate major energy and infrastructure projects.

5. Mark Carney at the United Nations

Prime Minister Mark Carney is in New York today for the opening of the 81st United Nations General Assembly. His schedule includes meetings with leaders from Chile, Angola and Jordan, along with remarks at a leader-level event concerning the two-state solution.

Prime Minister of Canada — September 22 schedule

6. Canada faces continuing economic-growth concerns

A new report from PwC Canada and the Canadian Chamber of Commerce identifies barriers in five industries that it says are limiting Canada’s economic potential. The findings come as Ottawa is emphasizing investment, productivity and reducing regulatory obstacles.

7. New Brunswick: health-care training expansion

The New Brunswick government is investing $9.9 million over three years to expand training capacity at Collège communautaire du Nouveau-Brunswick in Dieppe. New programs are planned for pharmacy technicians and primary-care paramedics, beginning in fall 2027.

8. New Brunswick RCMP report

The RCMP reported 254 calls for service during the September 20–21 reporting period, including investigations involving crashes, thefts, assaults, missing persons and other incidents across the province.

New Brunswick RCMP — Daily Occurrence Reports

What to watch today

The major Canadian developments to watch are Ottawa’s new infrastructure legislation, Canada’s trade negotiations with Asia, developments in the Belleville synagogue shooting investigation, the LNG expansion decision, and Prime Minister Carney’s UN meetings.

Global News — Canada


Global News — New Brunswick
Canada.ca — Government News