[Moncton] Northwest/Magnetic Hill Developments

[b2dam]

Originally Posted by OUIR@random

I guess Moncton is seeing a pizza war, Pizza Pizza is delicious for a chain and their price is competitive, the crust selection is unheard of, they are not the largest pizza chain in Canada for nothing. I taught Pizza Pizza didn't come here because of the local chains & Greco's dominance and Pizza Delight to an extent. So I guess Pizza Pizza is really ready to rumble. The few times I went and passed in front of the Dieppe location it was busy, even with their strange-ish or awkward location.

Is it good? I've gone to order a few times but I don't find the price that great.

[gehrhardt]

Originally Posted by b2dam

Is it good? I've gone to order a few times but I don't find the price that great.

It's probably the best chain pizza for the price. The prices are actually pretty good, if you get one of their deals.

[josh_cat_eyes]

Originally Posted by MonctonRad

Yeah, I don't know what that's about. They would have to sacrifice Guys Frenchys to put a road in there, and I don't know why they would. I see little benefit to doing so.

You might be able to fit a road between Frenchys and the Enterprise building. I do remember seeing a future roads map a while ago that showed this road. I wonder if it would mean they would widen mountain road in this area? As far as I’m concerned if the simply had a separate lane extend from the Mountain Rd Wheeler on ramp over to Ryan road it would eliminate a lot of the traffic going up to Mountain to turn left at the lights.

[Whitites]

The BK/KFC building construction stayed up this past storm.

[Nashe]

Originally Posted by Whitites

The BK/KFC building construction stayed up this past storm.

[Sunnybrae]

Originally Posted by Vorkuta

Brilliant!

[josh_cat_eyes]

Originally Posted by Vorkuta

hilarious

[MonctonRad]

The Shannex Campus currently being constructed in the Pinehurst neighbourhood behind the Northwest Centre is about to be expanded:

Two 60-bed nursing homes to be built in Moncton and Fredericton
11 February 2022

FREDERICTON (GNB) – Two nursing homes will be built in Moncton and Fredericton, adding 120 beds to the province’s long-term care system within two years.

“With these new facilities, plus other recent nursing home announcements, we are making important progress in implementing the five-year nursing home plan, which aims to create 600 nursing home beds in the coming years to better respond to our aging population,” said Social Development Minister Bruce Fitch.

The two new nursing homes will be built by Shannex, which already operates facilities in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Ontario.

“We are pleased to count on the expertise Shannex brings in developing more high-quality services for New Brunswick seniors,” said Fitch. “This company is well established in our province and is well known for the quality of its facilities and services.”

The Fredericton home will be built on Cliffe Street, next to Shannex’s Neill Hall. The new home in Moncton will be part of the campus currently being built behind the Northwest Plaza between Worthington Avenue and Mountain Road.

“During these extraordinary times, we are pleased to be able to help address the need for more nursing homes which will take some pressure off the health-care system,” said Shannex president and COO Jason Shannon. “We are committed to providing New Brunswick seniors and their families with the services and care they need and deserve. We are confident these new homes will be places where they will continue to live well with support from our dedicated team members. We know we hold the trust of New Brunswickers in our work and we take that seriously.”

The Moncton home is expected to open by November 2023; the Fredericton home is expected to open by April 2024.

This Shannex campus is a multiphase development. I presume this announcement is for "phase two".

[MonctonRad]

The former Tomavo on Mountain Road has a new tenant - Hardy's Produce.

This is of course a similar business to Tomavo, but completely new ownership. Apparently they were a supplier of produce to Tomavo, based in Cap Pele, and have decided to become more involved in the retail side of the business.

[PEI highway guy]

Originally Posted by MonctonRad

The former Tomavo on Mountain Road has a new tenant - Hardy's Produce.

This is of course a similar business to Tomavo, but completely new ownership. Apparently they were a supplier of produce to Tomavo, based in Cap Pele, and have decided to become more involved in the retail side of the business.

I wonder if they will have an interest in the former second Tomavo location in Shediac. I was never in either Tomavo store, however, anyone I asked about the store always stated it was nice but expensive.

[MonctonRad]

Originally Posted by PEI highway guy

I wonder if they will have an interest in the former second Tomavo location in Shediac. I was never in either Tomavo store, however, anyone I asked about the store always stated it was nice but expensive.

Could be, they are from Cap Pele, but if they are just starting to get into retail then baby steps might be best. Get your feet wet with this single location and build some confidence and experience before getting too far ahead of yourself.

Operating a multi-location business is a whole different kettle of fish, especially in terms of establishing a management team and creating a logistical chain........

[Nashe]

Originally Posted by MonctonRad

The former Tomavo on Mountain Road has a new tenant - Hardy's Produce.

This is of course a similar business to Tomavo, but completely new ownership. Apparently they were a supplier of produce to Tomavo, based in Cap Pele, and have decided to become more involved in the retail side of the business.

Just noticed that yesterday as we visited the pet supply store next door. Was like "Wha? Is THIS gonna work?

[Sumater]

Originally Posted by Vorkuta

Just noticed that yesterday as we visited the pet supply store next door. Was like "Wha? Is THIS gonna work?

I'm just hoping they're more honest. Tomavo turned out to be very shady, if not incompetent.

[habs33]

It's confirmed in today's paper:

A family-owned farm is taking the next step in expanding its business by opening a produce store in Moncton.
Jesse Hardy, left, Sandy Hardy, centre, and Allan Hardy are shown in their new retail location Hardy's Produce. The Hardys have a farm in Grand-Barachois and regularly sell at the Sackville Farmers Market and now have a store on Mountain Road.

Sandy Hardy, whose son Jesse Hardy started Hardy's Produce, said after many years of selling their produce at the Sackville Farmers Market they were ready to expand their business

Originally Posted by MonctonRad

Could be, they are from Cap Pele, but if they are just starting to get into retail then baby steps might be best. Get your feet wet with this single location and build some confidence and experience before getting too far ahead of yourself.

Operating a multi-location business is a whole different kettle of fish, especially in terms of establishing a management team and creating a logistical chain........

[habs33]

Mayor Arnold posted on her Facebook page concept of the master plan for the City's operation center on Killam



https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=340108094796805&set=a.289630486511233

[habs33]

More information regarding my previous post

Moncton eyes $16M overhaul of public works facility

[MonctonRad]

This is fairly pricey, but apparently is the cheapest option. According to the CBC article, the current facility is beyond repair.

Moncton councillors gave early approval to a plan to overhaul the city's public works facility estimated to cost $16 million instead of building at a new location for more than double the cost.

The 21.5 acre site beside the Coliseum consists of city fleet maintenance and storage buildings, fuel pumps, salt dome and office space for municipal staff.

City staff say the buildings are deteriorating, there's no longer enough space and they want to mitigate noise and dust concerns from residents to the north.

Moving the whole operations centre facility to a new site was estimated to cost $35.9 million.

Moving some of the facility elsewhere was estimated to cost $22.4 million.

A four-phase overhaul of the existing site to allow it to be used for another 25 years was estimated to cost $16.6 million.

from CBC

I love that "phase 1" constitutes the erection of a new sign (and nothing else).

The multiphase construction timeline would allow for continuous use of the facility during the construction period, which will commence in 2023, and be complete by 2025.

In addition to the new buildings, the entire site will be paved, and this is to allow for dust mitigation, which is a major nuisance for neighbouring residents right now. An earthen berm will also be created to hide the public works facility from the adjacent residential neighbourhood.

[MonctonRad]

Pure Meats, a 100% Halal meat shop has opened at 824 Mountain Road (next to Pizza Pizza).

[Sumater]

Originally Posted by MonctonRad

Pure Meats, a 100% Halal meat shop has opened at 824 Mountain Road (next to Pizza Pizza).

Not far from Rinzler's; oddly fitting.

[MonctonRad]

GNB press release:

Marshall Canada expanding to New Brunswick
15 March 2022

MONCTON (GNB) – Aerospace and defence company Marshall Canada is expanding into New Brunswick, securing a long-term lease for a land systems production and integration facility in Moncton that will create about 65 jobs.

“By creating the right conditions for growth, where companies like Marshall want to invest, our government is paving the way for a stronger New Brunswick,” said Arlene Dunn, minister responsible for Opportunities NB. “Marshall’s investment is an important win for our aerospace and defence sector and a testament to the strength of our province’s overall value proposition. This is a great sign of things to come and will mean high-quality employment opportunities for New Brunswickers, as well as direct and indirect supply chain opportunities.”

The company, which has offices in Abbotsford, B.C., and Ottawa, is eligible for up to $1 million from Opportunities NB in the form of a payroll rebate to be disbursed over five years to support the creation of 65 jobs with an average salary of $50,000. Based on its hiring plans, the company will spend up to $16.25 million in new salaries and benefits in the province over the next five years, meaning up to $6.5 million in direct provincial income tax revenue. The GDP impact of this investment is estimated at more than $22 million.

The federal government, through the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), is contributing $2 million to support building renovations and the purchase of manufacturing equipment.

“The Government of Canada is pleased to invest in Marshall Canada as it builds its new facility here in New Brunswick,” said federal Official Languages Minister Ginette Petitpas Taylor, who is also minister responsible for ACOA. “We are looking forward to working together to take advantage of future growth opportunities in the aerospace and defence industry. By strengthening our key sectors and investing in job creators like Marshall, we are helping to grow a thriving and inclusive economy for Atlantic Canadians.”

Marshall Canada is part of Marshall Aerospace and Defence, which is one of the United Kingdom’s largest privately owned defence businesses. The company employs more than 1,600 people through its operations in the U.K., northern Europe, North America and the United Arab Emirates.

“I am delighted that we have been able to secure a suitable home for our land systems business in New Brunswick, and expect, over the years ahead, that Marshall will become a leading employer in the region, creating a host of high-value employment opportunities, both directly and through our broader supply chain,” said Marshall Canada managing director Sam Michaud. “We are particularly grateful for the support and guidance that we have received from a number of agencies, including ACOA, Opportunities NB and Invest in Canada, without which we certainly would not have been able to bring our expansion plans to fruition on such an accelerated timescale.”

According to a T&T article on the press release, the facility will set up at 66 English Drive in the MID Industrial Park.


T&T photo

https://marshalladg.com/canada