In March, Shania Larocque will celebrate six years as a business owner doing what she was born to do. Her love of art and tattooing began at a very young age. Shania says that she first wanted to be a tattoo artist at seven, and her love of drawing goes back even further. “I think…

K-Fit Studio is now offering exercise classes in the old Tim Hortons building on Main Street. Owner, Kate Scott, her husband Laughlin, and her fitness partner of 10 years, Janie Robichaud, have done something very special in a short amount of time. Over the span of four months, they modified the building and created a…

There’s no doubt that the bar was raised to an unseen level last year for the Hospitality Days Festival in Bathurst. A massive crowd, beautiful weather, and great music, really showcased what Bathurst can do when everyone works together.  This year, as I’m sure most of you have heard by now, there’s a new president…

For our final edition of The Northern Heat Report in 2024, we simply want to say a huge thank you to everyone who has joined us on our journey. 2024 saw ThermalWood Canada attend NAMM in Anaheim, California, the International Builders Show in Las Vegas, as well as many trips throughout our region and beyond.…

How a young entrepreneur is turning her passions into side businesses  Kanisha Gray has always had a passion for art. She started with drawings and sketches that developed into a love for painting as she reached her teenage years. “It’s calming. It’s a place to escape, and I get lost in it,” says Kanisha.  What…

How John Boulay Turned His Love Of Music Into A Career Worth Pursuing One of John Boulay’s earliest memories is strumming his father’s guitar as it sat on the stand and enjoying the sounds it created. This set him down a path that he’s been following his entire life.  John was born in Belledune, and…

From Hamilton, Ontario to Bathurst, New Brunswick You might have heard of Pyrus Maintenance. Over the last year, the owner, Dawlson Bourdages, has been offering his services over the many local online groups. The Pyrus Maintenance brand colours are inviting, and we thought it was time to meet the owner of this new company. Dawlson…

Around The World And Back Again Joel Aube has traveled all over, honing his skills as a chef. Now, with Fresco Kitchen celebrating 7 years, we wanted to get to know Joel a little better by discussing his impressive resume, and what eventually brought him back to the Chaleur region. Joel grew up in Bathurst,…

Aleksandr, and Anna’s journey to opening their own bakery  On 461 McDonald Street, you’ll find a shop unlike any other in the city. Ça Va Bakery is owned by Aleksandr Kachan and Anna Khristenko, and offers a wide variety of delicious options from around the world.  Originally from Ukraine, Aleksandr and Anna long dreamed of…