July 2019 Auto & Trucking Atlantic

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East Coast Road Report

ATLANTIC ROAD REPORT: LATE SPRING - EARLY SUMMER EDITION

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Motorists Reminded of Increased Moose and Caribou Presence on Highways The Departments of Fisheries and Land Resources and Transportation and Works reminded drivers in a press release April 25 to watch out for moose and caribou on the highways, particularly in the St. Anthony and Howley areas where increased caribou activity can be anticipated as they migrate from their wintering areas. “We are also approaching the period where adult female moose are preparing for spring calving and calves from the previous year are being abandoned. These young animals may pose an increased risk to motorists on highways since they tend to be very active and may move long distances. “Motorists should be vigilant of moose and caribou at all times, particularly before and during the calving season and

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throughout the summer. Due caution should be exercised during these periods. Motorists are also reminded to be cognizant of speed when visibility is reduced, particularly when driving at night.

NEW BRUNSWICK

Provincial purchase of salt from local mine will create new jobs

The provincial government announced May 6 an agreement to buy its supply of road salt from the Nutrien mine in Sussex, a decision that will support 50 mining jobs and generate economic spinoffs in the region. “This agreement will put local companies first, grow our economy and support

New Brunswick workers,” said SussexFundy-St. Martins MLA Bruce Northrup. “I am very proud that this fall, the salt applied to provincially-managed roads will once again be sourced right here in New Brunswick.” By entering into this agreement, the provincial government has ensured the continued operation of the mine in Sussex. The mine currently employs 34 workers to maintain the facility and undertake decommission tasks. The workforce will increase to 50 to support the two-year supply agreement. Decommissioning of Nutrien’s potash operations will continue as planned. “This agreement demonstrates how serious we are about supporting regional resource development,” said Energy and Resource Minister Mike Holland. “It is important to the economy of New Brunswick that we put our own resources to good use by accessing an operation that is already in place.” On average, the province purchases about 180,000 tonnes of road salt per year. For the past two years, the road salt used


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