Information Morning Saint John from CBC Radio New Brunswick (Highlights)

A project off Campobello Island could help the town of Saint Andrews refurbish its wharf. Mayor Brad henderson joins host Emily Brass to explain how it would all work.

Rising power bills are raising concerns among many already struggling with the cost of living. CBC Reporter Silas Brown has been looking what help is available if you can't pay your electricity bill.

A discreet rehab centre to help New Brunswickers recover from addictions was approved for a location on Darlings Island. The centre is causing a lot of controversy among people who live there. They say they deserve input and answers. The CBC's Rachel Cave spoke to a resident and the people behind the rehab.

Canada is hitting back against U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs on Canadian goods. Will it be enough to end the trade war? The CBC's Khalil Akhtar speaks with federal Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc. 

Film and streaming columnist Lisa Hrabluk take us way up North to the Arctic Circle and introduces us to some small town characters to warm our hearts. 

CBC host Jeanne Armstrong is sits down with Premier Susan Holt and then we take your calls and questions.

Local musician Kaya Sleep explains why the ukulele is a great starting point for someone who wants to pick up an instrument and why it has more range than you might think. 

Donald Trump's tariffs on Canadian imports might be just a few days away. Host Emily Brass speaks withMarco Vigliotti, editor-in-chief of iPolitics, about the planned federal stimulus package and then Ron Marcolin of Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters explains what's at stake for New Brunswick businesses.

Some concerned citizens in St. Stephen gathered to show support for marginalized groups on both sides of the border. Greg Daborn and Tracey Matheson helped bring everyone together they speak with host Emily Brass about why they did it and what it was like.

A $100-million cold-storage facility has been announced for Port Saint John's west-side terminal. CEO Craig Estabrooks speaks with host Emily Brass to explain what it means for the future of the port.

Rockwood Glows is a family-friendly party in the park in Saint John this Saturday night. Host Emily Brassspeaks with Sonia Naikavde, the city's growth co-ordinator. She manages city-led events and tells Emily what's in store for people on Saturday night.

Severe cases of shigella infection are on the rise among vulnerable people in cities across the country.Our House doctor, Mike Simon, speaks with host Emily Brass about the concerns around the drug-resistant strains.

Host Emily Brass speaks with Saint Johner Ella Wang about some of the traditions and superstitions associated with the Lunar New Year holiday.

The Holt government is making good on its rent cap promise. Rent increases cannot be more than thre per cent this year. Host Emily Brass speaks with Housing Minister David Hickey about how it will work and what else the province has planned to make housing more affordable.

Many have bought homes in Saint John not realizing New Brunswick's property tax system treats first-time buyers much differently than established, long-time homeowners. First-time buyers and new parents Konnor and Julia Bourgeois and homebuyer Cathy Foote speak about the surprise increases in their property tax bills.

We need to double the amount of non-profit and public housing in New Brunswick and it needs to happen fast. That's according to Peter Corbyn, the executive director of the New Brunswick Non-Profit Housing Association, speaks with host Emily Brass to explain what's at stake if we can't meet the growing need for housing. 

Saint John's fire chief Rob Nichol joins host Emily Brass to discuss a proposed bylaw governing outdoor fires. Nichol says Saint John is the only major New Brunswick city that doesn't have such a bylaw.

Jeff Kelley talks about his new feature film, Goodman Inc., which will premiere early next month in Saint John.

An exhibit featuring the work of artist Edward Mitchell Bannister, who was born in Saint Andrews, has opened in Sackville. While well known in the United States, this marks the first major exhibition of Bannister's work ever presented in Canada. Professor Charmaine Nelson describes the significance of the exhibit and how his works are considered to be some of the best examples of 19th century American art. 

Stephen Devlin of Stevie Go Go tuk tuk, who found success on CBC's Dragon's Den, is making plans to relocate to Saint John.

The province has ordered that NB Power undergo an independent audit after thousands of complaints about high bills in December. St. Thomas University professor Tom Bateman tells us what the process could look like.

Film and streaming columnist Lisa Hrabluk talks Oscar nominations, and one film in particular she says should be on your watch list. The Substance, snagged star Demi Moore and director Coralie Fargeat their first Oscar noms for their film about the horrors of aging when you're a middle-aged woman told to make way for a younger version.  

We hear from some of the people who stopped by an open house this week, to discuss the future of Saint John's north end neighbourhood. Then host Emily Brass speaks with the city's Director of Community Planning & Housing Pankaj Nalavde.

Rothesay artist Carol Taylor and Xavier Gelinas curator of political history at the Canadian Museum of History in Gatineau talk about her work and the idea of it being preserved in the Canadian Museum of History for future generations.

Dr. Sherry Stewart is a professor of psychiatry and psychology neuroscience at Dalhousie and Canada research chair in addictions and mental health. She speaks with host Emily Brass about a mental health intervention that's showing promise in keeping teens from developing substance use disorders. 

With US tariffs circling, some politicians have been bringing up the idea behind Energy East to domesticate our oil business. Our provincial affairs reporter, Jacques Poitras will jog our memory about the project and break down whether it would be realistic today.

Strong bones support us and allow us to move. They protect our heart, lungs, and brain from injury. Our bones are also a storehouse for vital minerals. Coming up our registered dietitian Maryam Naslafkih has some tips with keeping our bones healthy and strong.

A local chapter of the Raging Grannies was struck in response to President Trump's tariff threats. Host Emily Brass speaks with Judy Beaton and Carole Martignacco both members of the group who took part in a protest in St. Andrews yesterday.

It's hasn't been easy navigating the many city sidewalks still covered in snow and ice following Monday's storm.Host Emily Brass speaks with a local accessibility advocate on the challenges for residents waiting for their sidewalk to be cleared. 

A tiny home community pitched for east Saint John is one step closer to reality. We'll hear what neighbors are saying about the Sunnyside Tiny Homes project.

A new study highlights the importance of social contact in keeping us well. Our house doctor, Mike Simon, joins host Emily Brass to us to talk about it.

Two-time Juno winner Dominique Fils-Aimé is coming to New Brunswick, with a show at Imperial Theatre on Saturday. Host Emily Brass speaks with her about her music and the influences that helped her find her unique voice and sound.

The NB government has asked NB Power to undergo an independent audit. This is after it received thousands of complaints from customers about a higher-than expected December power bill. We hear from Energy Minister Rene Legacy and Premier Susan Holt, then host Emily Brass speaks with PC MLA Tammy Scott-Wallace.

Fishing shack owners have met with Rothesay town council members, to try and come to an agreement about how to move forward at Renforth. We hear from Rothesay's deputy mayor Matt Alexander, and host Emily Brass speaks with Kelson Hilchie an angler who fishes at Renforth.

UNB Saint John is hosting an Indigenous Film Festival this week, including a documentary on the late Murray Sinclair is screening tonight. Host Emily Brass speaks with Todd Ross, the film festival coordinator, acting Piluwitahasuwin and associate vice president of Indigenous engagement at UNBSJ.

Quispamsis town council wants to get rolling on a transit plan for their community. Host Emily Brass speaks with Coun. Mike Biggar, who is chair of the town transportation committee and vice-chair of the Fundy Regional Service Commission's transportation committee.

The federal government has cut the number of allocated spaces for economic immigrants this year in half. Host Emily Brass speaks with Mohamed Bagha, managing director of the Saint John Newcomers Centre, about what that could mean for the region.

A new program at the New Brunswick Community College in Saint John will train wind and solar technicians over two years. Host Emily Brass speaks with Jodi Stringer, Dean of the School of Engineering Technologies at NBCC Saint John about the program and the need for it.

Construction to restore the 200-year-old tower of Saint John's oldest church is underway. Now the race is on to preserve the historic Stone Church and raise the capital to complete the project. Rev. Jasmine Chandra updates host Emily Brass on the work being done and how the fundraising is going.

New host Emily Brass has explored some of the many hiking trails around this region. This morning she speaks with avid hiker and a local trail consultant Jane McCulloch to find out about other great winter hikes, and some tips for exploring southwest New Brunswick.

The committee working to bring the Canada Summer Games to the Saint John and Moncton regions is poised to submit its bid. The games represent the largest amateur multi-sport event in the country. Host Emily Brass speaks with bid committee co-chair Bill MacMackin.

We're excited to introduce our new permanent host, Emily Brass. She speaks with Steve Webb about her time in the port city so far and what drew her here.