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CTV News
2 days ago
- Business
- CTV News
Gas prices up slightly in the Maritimes
The price of gas increased slightly in all three Maritime provinces overnight while diesel prices decreased in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. Nova Scotia The price of regular self-serve gasoline in the Halifax-area increased by 0.5 cents. The minimum price is now 144.1 cents per litre. The price of diesel decreased by 2.4 cents. The new minimum price is 155.7 cents per litre. The price of regular self-serve gasoline in Cape Breton is 146.1 cents per litre and the price of diesel is 157.7 cents per litre. Prince Edward Island The price of regular self-serve gasoline on P.E.I. increased by 1.1 cents. The minimum price is now 149.6 cents per litre. The price of diesel did not change. The minimum price on the island remains 164.2 cents per litre. New Brunswick The price of regular self-serve gasoline in New Brunswick increased by 1.5 cents. The new maximum price in the province is 146.0 cents per litre. Diesel prices decreased by 0.6 cents. The maximum price is now 158.3 cents per litre.
CTV News
5 days ago
- Business
- CTV News
Unemployment slightly rises in Maritimes
Atlantic Watch All three Maritime provinces saw a slight rise in unemployment, according to Statistics Canada.
CTV News
5 days ago
- Business
- CTV News
Employment numbers up Nationally but not in the Maritimes
Nationally, Canada added 83,000 jobs in June, marking the first increase in employment since January and dropping the unemployment rate slightly to 6.9 per cent. But the three Maritime provinces saw slight increases to their unemployment rates. Maritime unemployment rates for June were: Prince Edward Island: 8.6 per cent, up 0.4 per cent from May Nova Scotia: 6.7 per cent, up 0.2 per cent from May New Brunswick: 7.3 per cent, up 1 per cent from May Nova Scotia lost 3,400 jobs in June, with the majority of the losses in the accommodation and food services sector, according to the latest Statistics Canada figures. Dennis Campbell, CEO and president of Ambassatour Gray Line said the hiring landscape looked different in the Spring. 'There was a better or more supply of available students than we had seen in previous years,' said Campbell. The increase in job seekers may point to a tightening labour market or a sluggish start to the summer tourism season said Acadia University economist Andrew Davis. 'Month-to-month numbers can be noisy but 3,400 jobs is not a small amount considering the size of the province,' said Davis. 'If this was Ontario that wouldn't be very much but 3,400 jobs for Nova Scotia is a reasonable number you might dig into a little bit.' Davis said he isn't surprised by the increase in Maritime unemployment given the interconnectivity between economies. Restaurant Association of Nova Scotia executive director Natasha Chestnut told CTV News the industry doesn't put much emphasis on monthly statistics and tends to focus on quarterly trends but expects the job numbers to rebound as the summer season ramps up. Chestnut also pointed to the weather in May and June and the stretch of rainy weekends which does impact the food service industry.
CTV News
10-07-2025
- Health
- CTV News
New Brunswick reports case of measles in Sussex
New Brunswick is reporting a confirmed case of measles in the Sussex area as all three Maritime provinces grapple with the infection. New Brunswick, which declared its previous measles outbreak over earlier this year, says the new case is believed to be connected to another person from outside the province who travelled in the Sussex region on June 22 and 23. Public Health is investigating the matter and believes there are likely other cases in the region. 'Given how quickly measles can spread, it is important to take action now,' said Dr. Kimberley Barker, regional medical officer of health, in a news release. 'For those who are already protected from measles, the risk remains low. If you are not protected through previous infection or vaccine, now is the time to get vaccinated.' Public Health is hosting a vaccine clinic from 4:45 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at its Sussex office at 30 Moffett Ave. on Thursday. People can book an appointment online or by calling Tele-Services at 1-833-437-1424. Measles symptoms include: fever cough runny nose tiny white spots in the mouth sore and/or red eyes Prince Edward Island reported two measles cases on June 26 while Nova Scotia reported a case in Pictou County on Monday. Previous reporting by The Canadian Press shows roughly 23 per cent Nova Scotia children were not fully vaccinated for measles in 2024. P.E.I. and New Brunswick say about 10 per cent of children in their provinces are not fully vaccinated. For more New Brunswick news, visit our dedicated provincial page.
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Travel + Leisure
08-07-2025
- Travel + Leisure
Canada Has the Longest Coastline in the World—and These 3 Islands Were Just Named the Best in the Nation
Canada has the longest coastline in the world, and along its coastal regions lie more than 50,000 islands, with a few spectacular examples that stand out. In this year's World's Best Awards survey, T+L readers voted for their favorites for 2025, naming some of the country's largest islands into the top three—in the exact same order as last year. Every year for our World's Best Awards survey, T+L asks readers to weigh in on travel experiences around the globe—to share their opinions on the top hotels, resorts, cities, islands, cruise ships, spas, airlines, and more. Nearly 180,000 T+L readers completed the 2025 survey. A total of more than 657,000 votes were cast across over 8,700 properties (hotels, cities, cruise lines, etc.). Islands were specifically rated on the criteria below: Natural attractions/beaches Activities/sights Restaurants/food People/friendliness Value For each characteristic, respondents could choose a rating of excellent, above average, average, below average, or poor. The final scores are averages of these responses. The Provincial Parliament Building of British Columbia in the harbor of Vancouver Island. Rory Fuller/Travel + Leisure The islands on this year's list have made the top three nearly every year for the last decade. Once again, readers showed their love for Canada's Maritime Provinces, naming two winners on the east coast. Prince Edward Island (No. 3), Canada's smallest province, is a perennial favorite, known among travelers for its agritourism opportunities, outstanding restaurants, and delicious seafood. 'An amazing province to discover culinary culture and history,' wrote one T+L reader—who added that PEI also has 'amazing beaches and the friendliest, most welcoming people you will ever meet.' Just to the east is Cape Breton Island (No. 2), known for its rich Gaelic and Acadian culture, 'great hiking, and the most beautiful ocean views,' as one survey respondent put it. Readers also shouted out Cabot, the island's premier resort and a world-renowned golf destination. 'It's an absolute jewel,' wrote another respondent, who reminisced about the amazing views over the cliffs to the Gulf of St. Lawrence. T+L readers' favorite Canadian island for 2025, however, takes us across the country to the rugged edge of the Pacific. Vancouver Island People swimming on Vancouver Island. Rory Fuller/Travel + Leisure Vancouver Island was 'an unexpected find,' wrote one T+L reader of this large island off of mainland British Columbia—they were so enamored, in fact, that they were already contemplating 'going back again and staying longer.' Just an easy ferry ride from the city of Vancouver, the island offers a diversity of settings for travelers, from the charming provincial capital, Victoria, to the wilds of the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve, and picturesque small towns like Tofino and Comox. 'Whale watching, green trees, gorgeous water,' another survey respondent remembered of a recent trip: 'So much beauty to see.' Whale watching, green trees, gorgeous water. So much beauty to see. — T+L Reader 1. Vancouver Island, British Columbia WBA Hall of Fame honoree. Reader Score: 89.31 2. Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia WBA Hall of Fame honoree. Reader Score: 88.79 3. Prince Edward IslandReader Score: 83.40
