At ThermalWood Canada, we’ve spent years refining the art and science of thermal modification — a process that transforms ordinary wood into a durable, stable, and environmentally friendly building material. In our recent episode of Thermal Wisdom, we took a closer look at one of the most popular applications for this process: thermally modified siding.…

Every maker has an origin story, and for Bathurst woodworker Adam Kenny of Nutshell Woodworks, his begins in an unexpected place: a university dorm room, surrounded not by sawdust and hand tools, but textbooks and looming exams. It was during one of those familiar moments of student procrastination that he fell down a YouTube rabbit…

When singer-songwriter John Boulay took the stage for his recent album release party, there was a sense of calm confidence that only comes from experience. Held at the Salle Denis Richard venue in Petit Rocher, this past Saturday, the evening marked a full-circle moment for Boulay, one where everything just felt right. “The first time…

Bathurst High School is once again preparing to transform its hallways into a haunting spectacle for the fifth edition of A Nightmare on St. John Street. What began in 2018 as a bold idea has now grown into one of the city’s most anticipated Halloween events, thanks to the vision and determination of longtime community…

We recently caught up with Pierre Doucet of Black Pug Records to see how the business has been doing since we last spoke with him. Pierre eased his way into entrepreneurship by opening the shop evenings and weekends. The experiment was a success—so much so that he’s now opened the store full-time. The new hours for Black…

When Jeremy left his position at New Tide Counseling, it wasn’t a decision made lightly. Eventually, though, he knew that it was time to take the leap and build something of his own. Out of that realization came IronMind Wellness, a practice rooted in resilience, connection, and the belief that iron sharpens iron. “We put…

For nearly two decades, Bowlarama Bathurst has been more than just a bowling alley. It’s become a community hub where families, friends, and people of all ages gather to have fun, stay active, and connect. At the heart of it all is a team dedicated to keeping the center fresh, exciting, and accessible. Bowlarama manager,…

For many parents, the struggle to balance work, family, and social connection is all too familiar. Even with supportive relatives and friends, finding time to recharge and connect can feel impossible. That’s the challenge four entrepreneurs set out to address, and in doing so, launched a business that’s as much about community as it is…

When Helltown and The Alt Rocks took the stage at this year’s Hospitality Days, the energy was electric, despite some unpredictable weather. By the time Helltown hit the stage, strong winds whipped across Vicker’s Field, rain threatened to shut things down. But the music played on. Despite the challenges, both bands delivered high-energy sets that…