Press Releases
City Council Highlights for December 17th Regular Council Meeting
The last Regular Council Meeting for 2024 was held December 17th. Read here for what happened at the meeting.
City Council recognizes longtime staff, presents proceeds from Gerry Cormier Charity Golf Tournament
A number of presentations were made by Mayor Adam Lordon on behalf of the City at the Regular Council Meeting on Tuesday, December 17th, 2024.
Miramichi’s residential tax rate remains same as city council approves 2025 budget
Miramichi City Council approved the City of Miramichi’s 2025 budget at a special public council meeting on December 10th. Council held three days of public deliberations on November 19th, November 26th, and December 3rd before adopting the final budget on December 10th.
The City’s residential tax rate will remain the same at 1.715 per $100 assessment.
Update on Miramichi Wellness Multiplex
The construction of the Miramichi Wellness Multiplex is underway of Douglastown Boulevard. Here's the latest update.
City Council Highlights for November 26th
At a Special Council Meeting held on November 26th, 2024, Miramichi City Council approved a motion to lease space in the Chatham Town Centre for the temporary location of the Chatham Public Library.
Natoaganeg First Nation and City of Miramichi complete CEDI Program
Natoaganeg First Nation and City of Miramichi are proud to celebrate their graduation from the Community Economic Development Initiative (CEDI), a national program delivered jointly by Cando (the Council for the Advancement of Native Development Officers) and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM).
Mayor Joins Local Legions in Launch of Citywide Poppy Campaign
City of Miramichi Mayor Adam Lordon joined representatives from the Royal Canadian Legion Branches in Newcastle and Chatham to launch the 2024 Poppy Campaign.
City receives 4 Blooms and special mention from Communities in Bloom
The City of Miramichi received a rating of 4 Blooms and a special mention for Bringing People Together with Beautiful Greenspaces during the 2024 Communities in Bloom Symposium and Awards Ceremonies in the City of Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island.
City of Miramichi seeks developers for commercial development on Multiplex property
As the construction of the Miramichi Wellness Multiplex advances, the City of Miramichi has issued an Expression of Interest for the development of prime commercial properties.
First Nations and City partner to honour Truth and Reconciliation Day
The City of Miramichi will join with Esgenoopetitj, Metepenagiag, and Natoaganeg First Nations on Monday, September 30th to honour the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day.
Update on Newcastle Water System Upgrades project – September 2024
Due to uncontrollable circumstances, Phases 8 and 9 of the Newcastle Water System Upgrades project for Newcastle Boulevard will be postponed until the 2025 construction season.
Building a brighter future for Miramichi
The construction of the Miramichi Wellenss Complex is underway of Douglastown Boulevard. The facility will offer an 1860 seat arena, walking track, double gymnasium, 25m/6 lane competition pool, leisure pool as well as enhanced community spaces - all of which incorporate sustainable design features.
City Council Highlights for August 13th
Highlights from the City Council meeting on August 13th, 2024.
City Council amends Sunday shopping by-law
Miramichi City Council voted to amend the by-law relating to Sunday shopping in the municipality to now allow retailers to select their own hours of operation.
City and Province announce various funding projects to benefit residents of all ages
Mayor Adam Lordon was joined by Regional Development Corporation Minster Rejean Savoie and MLA Michelle Conroy to announce a number funding projects for the City. The announcements were made at Ritchie Wharf Park on Wednesday, August 7th.
Miramichi Pickleball Club receives Community Grant to support rapid growth of game
The Miramichi Pickleball Club has received a City of Miramichi Community Development Grant to support the rapid growth of the game in the city.
City Council Highlights for July 2024
Read here for City Council meeting updates for the month of July.
Communities in Bloom Judges are Coming to Miramichi
Communities in Bloom judges will be in Miramichi July 21-22-23 to judge.
Mayor’s visit to Carpiquet strengthens twinning commitment
During a recent visit to Carpiquet, France to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day, Mayor Adam Lordon had the opportunity to meet with the Mayor Pascal Serard to discuss future plans and projects related to the twinning of the two communities.