The Podcast Hub: Tosh Taylor

Learn here! https://www.cbdc.ca/en/programs/cbdc-westmorland-albert-small-business-emergency-working-capital-program And follow them here: https://www.facebook.com/CBDCWestmorlandAlbert/

Albert County travel and tourism business give Tosh & Jenna Morton of Pickle Planet some tips on what to do this March Break in New Brunswick. Follow ABConnect here: https://www.abconnect.ca/

A first-ever community-led regional development process for the Upper Bay of Fundy region is bringing people together to develop a plan that reflects the area's unique community assets and opportunities. https://www.facebook.com/RuralFundyRegionDevelopment/

Mayor of Hillsborough Bob Rochon explains in layman terms the process of the amalgamation so far. With more information to follow

The Harvey Hall was built in 1884 is located on Mary's Point Road in Harvey NB It boasts gorgeous interior and it needs your help to be refurbished. Learn more about The Harvey Hall here: https://www.facebook.com/TheHarveyHall

The Hillsborough Baptist Church will be celebrating 200 years in Albert County in 2022. They have been spreading the love through AC with their recent #LoveAlbertCounty Campaign. Learn more on their FB page - https://www.facebook.com/hillsbap

"The Fundy Trail is a 2,559 hectare/6,323 acre park featuring a 30 km/19 mile parkway hugging the southern coast of New Brunswick. With stunning views of the world-renowned Bay of Fundy, the park has been carved out of the Fundy escarpment, one of the last remaining coastal wilderness areas between Florida and Labrador."

We want to spend our money on your business! Sign up now for our campaign. More details here https://www.albertcountychamber.com/shop-local-2021/

Newly appointed President of the Albert County Chamber of Commerce Annick Butland comes by the studio to talk about her company ABConnect and what the ACCofC has coming up! https://www.abconnect.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/ABConnectTravel

Oct 1st thru 3rd is the annual Harvest Fest in the town of Riverview! A weekend full of fun, beauty and events for the young and old. Fund full details about everything we talk about in todays episode and more here: https://www.townofriverview.ca/harvestfest

Ginette Petitpas Taylor has been serving Moncton, Riverview & Dieppe for the last 6 years, she is now running in her 3rd election campaign. If you would like more info about Ginette please find it here https://ginettepetitpastaylor.libparl.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/ginetteptaylor/

Rob Moore is the current MP for Fundy Royal and is looking to hold his seat for another 4 years Learn more about Rob and his campaign here http://www.robmoore.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/RobMooreFundyRoyal

Richard Dunn fell in love with the Maritimes years ago and now wants to represent our area in Parliament. Learn more about Richard here https://www.richarddunn.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/RichardDunnMRD

Darlene Smith a long time resident of Moncton Darlene is currently running to be your voice in our area. Follow Darlene here: https://www.facebook.com/darlenesmithmrd https://votedarlenesmith.ca/

Josh Floyd is running NDP in our upcoming Sept 20th Election, learn more about Josh here https://fundyroyal.ndp.ca/ or https://www.facebook.com/JoshFloydforFundyRoyalNDP/

"Whitney Dykeman is passionate about Fundy Royal and its communities and is thrilled to be the Liberal Candidate in the Federal Election." https://www.facebook.com/WhitneyFundyRoyal https://whitneydykeman.liberal.ca/

What's happening this week with the Rising Tide Festival https://risingtidefestival.com/

#HistoryNB The importance of Museums with Janet Clouston by Tosh Taylor

History NB Series: Acadian Expulsion by Tosh Taylor

Ghosts of the Albert County Museum with Janet Clouston by Tosh Taylor

Ship building Era in Albert County with Dawne McLean by Tosh Taylor

AC Chats has collaborated with Pickle Planet Moncton again on a 5 part Summer Series with our friends at the Albert County Museum. Today we speak with Historical Society Past Pres. Stuart Liptay about the impact World Wars had on Albert County and the Heros it created.

The history of Alma is full of hardworking, ,loyal men and women (still is to this day) But where did Alma begin? Who came and looked at this land and decided they could carve out homes in this rough rocky wooded terrain?

Talking today with Managing Director of The Albert County Museum Janet Clouston about many things happening now and in the past at the Museum which is now open for the season! This is a crossover episode with Pickle Planet Moncton Museum info: https://www.albertcountymuseum.com/ Pickle Planet, #1 Parenting Resource in the GMA: https://pickleplanetmoncton.com/

So what is it really like to buy a house in NB right now? In this episode we'll get down to the nitty gritty with Real Estate Agent to Albert County Nick Dunfield! Nick is a hard working family man who wants to provide for his community and his home with this illustrious career. Reminder, Nick is also giving back to Caledonia Regional HS by providing $10 for every selfie someone snaps of his signs and puts on social media! Follow Nick here: https://www.facebook.com/realtormoncton

Do you have a business in Albert County? Do you need training, a loan, support or more? Check out the CBDC Westmorland Albert to see all of the ways they support local businesses even during a pandemic! https://www.cbdc.ca/en/programs/cbdc-westmorland-albert-small-business-emergency-working-capital-program

Thank you to this episodes sponsor #GlassRootsGallery, located at 406 Coverdale Road in Riverview https://www.facebook.com/cdglassrootsinc In my final interview with Council hopefuls in Albert County I talk with not 1 but 2 women also running in Hillsborough! Up first is Jessica Durette running for Mayor of Hillsborough, Jessica has a focus on tourism in Hillsborough and how to increase it by showcasing the incredible hidden gems in and around Hillsborough making it a destination not just a stop through. https://www.facebook.com/Jessica-Durette-for-Mayor-of-Hillsborough-103845725157540 Kourtney Pluim is running for Councillor of the town that stole her heart after a visit from Alberta (where she was born and raised). Kourtney vowed after that trip that she would be back and spent the next two years working towards that goal. Now many years later she is ready to focus on Hillsborough and how to make the town more transparent. https://www.facebook.com/groups/222273176238347/

Kevin Steen is a Riverview Town Council hopeful in the upcoming May 10th Election. Having lived in Riverview for many years and starting a fantastic coffee shop in that time Kevin feels his next step is serving the town. https://www.facebook.com/Kevin-Steen-Candidate-for-Ward-2-Riverview-109849064537756 Down the road a ways is Bob Rochon running for Mayor of Hillsborough. Bob is retired RCMP who was stationed in Hillsborough back in the beginning of his career and though it moved him around he always swore Hillsborough would be where he returned!

May 10th Elections are coming up very soon! Today I talk with Stephen Gouzoules running for Ward 1, Stephen has lived in Riverview his whole life and is ready to give back to the community by serving on Council Follow him here https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=Stephen%20Gouzoules%20for%20Councillor%20Ward%201%20-%20Riverview Ian Macdonald has already served 2 terms as Councillor in Ward 2 and is ready now to cover Riverview as a Councillor at Large. Follow him here:https://www.facebook.com/Ian-Macdonald-Riverview-Campaign-2021-1597345410588268

Driving down the 114 today to meet a wonderful human running for Hillsborough Town Council Melody was born and raised just outside of Hillsborough and has chosen to raise her family and live her life now inside Hillsborough town limits and loves every moment of it! Melody is now taking what she's learned as a business owner and consultant to council to help make some changes in Hillsborough Follow and support Melody here https://www.facebook.com/MelodyforHillsborough

Heath Johnson has lived around the world and hos chosen to return home to the Greater Moncton Area and run for Council in Riverview. You can follow and support Heath here: https://www.facebook.com/HeathRiverview

Richard Blackstock is running for Ward 1 in Riverview, after moving here a decade ago with his wife Andra and dog Poppy. Richard fell in love with Riverview and the people here. He works as a Victim Services Officer with the Department of Public Safety. Follow him here - https://www.facebook.com/Richard-Blackstock-for-Ward-1-Riverview-104248861179708 AND Joseph Gangoo has announced his run for Ward 4, "originally from Halifax, He's lived in Ward 4 for twelve years with wife Laura and my two sons, Harlem and Wesley. He have a passion for stewardship, both as a Union Delegate or as an RMBA basketball coach. He have a ground-breaking vision for Riverview, one that reflects our youth, multi-culturalism, economic growth and our wellbeing." Follow him here - https://www.facebook.com/josephgangooforward4

Continuing on the conversation with the fabulous people running for Riverview Town Council. In todays show 2 men who are reoffering in Ward 2 and Ward 4. John Coughlan has been on Council for the last 5 years after finishing an amazing career with CN and Via Rail. John Coughlin happily takes the leader as councillor for his residents in one of the oldest areas in Riverview Ward 2. To support John follow is page! https://www.facebook.com/Re-elect-John-for-Ward-2-Riverview-101829131428720 And Wayne Bennett, a name you are sure to know as he is currently wrapping up his 4th term as a councillor in Ward 4 (the largest Ward in Riverview) Wayne is reoffering because he still has so much he wants to see completed like the new recreation complex in Mill Creek. Support Wayne by following his page! https://www.facebook.com/Re-Elect-Wayne-Bennett-Councillor-for-Ward-4-444612942403564

Continuing with the wonderful people running for Council in Riverview, today chatting with Lynda Carey who is running for Ward 3. A place in Riverview where she was actually born and raised! Support her here: https://www.facebook.com/LyndaCareyWard3 Sarah Murphy is running in Ward 1 and moved to Riverview 20 years ago to raise a family and join a few boards! Support Sarah here: https://www.facebook.com/ward1foreveryone

"Tammy Rampersaud is proud to be running to become Riverview's next Mayor on May 10th, 2021. Riverview needs a strong, dedicated leader to advocate for our community while being open and honest. I am committed to being that leader." https://www.facebook.com/TammyForMayor Cecile Cassista is running in her 3rd Riverview Town Council Election, she is currently a Councillor at Large and a huge advocate for many in our community. https://www.facebook.com/CecileCassistaCouncillorAtLargeSheCares

Andrew & Eric are Riverview Boys through and through, from growing up here to raising their families you will know from this episode how proud they are to be here then and now. Andrew LeBlanc is our current Deputy Mayor and just announced he will be running for Mayor in the towns elections in May https://www.facebook.com/CouncillorLeBlanc Eric Lewis spent many years writing and reporting for the Times & Transcript and comes from a long line of proud Riverview locals (his Grandmother was a councilor for many years) Together they have created a show called Town Talk where you can watch and learn more about Riverview's past, present and future https://www.facebook.com/towntalkriverview

A chat with the manager of Cape Enrage Jim Campbell... Cape Enrage lighthouse is one of the oldest on New Brunswick's Fundy coastline. The original light was built about 1840 at a cost of £600 and was probably a fixed, white light which may have been changed later to a green hazard light. David Tingley sold the land for £50 and allowed a road to be constructed to the Cape at no charge. more history and to make a donation to the upkeep- https://www.capeenrage.ca/en/

Avery Tower is by far the most creative and talented business owner I know in their 20's. She has grown an amazing company here in Albert County that helps us all cut down on waste in our homes. Follow Lily Pads here https://www.facebook.com/lilypadsreusableproducts

For the last few years a wonderful group of locals have taken it upon themselves to have a playground built for the children of Riverside - Albert and for kids all over that are driving through and want to stretch their legs! The playground will be located at the iconic Riverside Consolidated School and will be available to everyone. If you would like to help their dream become a reality you can contact them today to help out. https://www.facebook.com/RAPlayground

Bruce moved across the Petitcodiac in 1984, changing in Moncton for Riverview. Not long after he joined Town Council, became Mayor and then ran for Provincial Government when for many years he has represented Riverview on our behalf. If you need to talk with Mr. Fitch you can contact his office at Phone : (506) 869-6117 Fax : (506) 869-6114 Email : Bruce.Fitch@gnb.ca

If you are a member of the Albert County Chamber of Commerce you can apply to get a student working for you and receive 75% of the wages you pay them back (up to $7500) Today on the podcast I talk with Nisreen of the Magnet Program out of Ryerson University on how the program works and how you can get a student (even virtually) now! More details here: www.albertcountychamber.com

Michael B Elliott is a nature enthusiast with a special passion for Fundy National Park The B in his name actually stands for Bennett, as in Bennett Lake. His family has roots in the Fundy Region and he aims to share his love of Fundy with everyone Please follow his nature page https://www.facebook.com/naturewithrusty

During winter you'll find local attractions along Route 114 quieter, slower and more relaxed BUT there is still so much to do in Albert County! Annick Butland joins me on the show today to talk about the importance of winter tourism in Albert County. https://www.abconnect.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/ABConnectTravel

Minister of Natural Resources Mike Holland joins me for a second time to answer your questions Plus Mike tells us about how you can nominate land to be conserved here in Albert County Details: https://www2.gnb.ca/content/gnb/en/departments/erd/promo/nature_legacy.html?_ga=2.106202627.1422525602.1607808450-1253780859.1598371605

Find out what it takes to run Angela & Ryan's farm Fundy Farms, how they started and why they started. Follow along with their story here https://www.facebook.com/FundyFarmslocalharvest/

The 11th Prime Minister of Canada R.B. Bennett was born and raised in Albert County. He did so much through his life and is an incredibly important part of AC and Canadian History. Here are some links to Albert County Museum blogs about him.... https://www.albertcountymuseum.com/rb-bennett

Talking with Jim Campbell, Mayor of Riverside-Albert for the last 5 years about what's happening in Riverside-Albert, new developments, history and why he wanted to be Mayor.

Luv Paws in Riverview is not only pet grooming, it is a bakery as well! You can order your pet it's own custom birthday cakes or treats. Also pop in to see a wide selection of supplies, treats and toys https://www.facebook.com/LuvPawsGBS/

Local business spot light! Rosemary Wellness an all natural soap company based in Riverview

A come from away Mark Baladad and his wife Jas moved to Hopewell Cape a year ago. In this episode you can find out what life was life before they moved and just how different it is in contrast to life now! Check Mark and Jas out on their socials Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFcA2BO-BB4flr0Hl4XWO-Q Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/thefreshprinceofnb/

Mike Holland Albert MLA answers questions from locals about important issues in Albert County Contact Mike Holland directly https://www.facebook.com/AlbertMLA/