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…

Andréa’s journey from the Peninsula, to Newfoundland, and back to Bathurst  When traveling downtown Bathurst, the first building likely to catch your eye is Confiserie Andréa Confectionery on Main Street. The inviting paint work done by Caraquet artist Luc Dugas, tells you all you need to know about why visiting this unique shop is essential…

There is something for everyone at a HellTown show Don’t let the name dissuade you, HellTown is simply a great local rock and roll band, who is paying homage to the town where they grew up. Ever since he was a kid, Rob “Bobby Brimstone” Pratt was interested in music. He wanted to be a…

There’s Something For Everyone On Rough Waters Drive On 1967 Rough Waters Drive in Bathurst, New Brunswick, you’ll find a shop unlike any other in the area. Rockin’ Gamers Inc is a store right out of a time machine. For those collectors who long for the days when physical media was king, this is the…

What It Takes To Be Successful In An Industry You Love East Coast Electric Tattooing is celebrating 17 years in business. Owner Sylvane Boudreau credits their success with hard work and finding the right team. There are currently four artists working at the tattoo shop in Beresford, and they bring a wealth of experience. Adam…