New Brunswick Provincial Bills
Charity Gaming Proceeds Stay Local
Charities must use the official form to get gaming licences. Ticket money from local sales stays local, and some can keep records outside the province if approved.
Minister to Appoint Stats Agency Director
The Minister, not Cabinet, will pick the statistics agency's director. The current director stays; services stay the same.
Work Permit Holders Eligible as Commissioners
People with valid work permits can apply to witness sworn forms. This may make it easier and faster to find help, with more language options in your area.
New rules for wills and breakups
People 16+ can make a will. Marriage won't cancel your will, but breakups usually cancel gifts to an ex. Courts can use more evidence to carry out your wishes.
Cutting Red Tape for Interprovincial Trade
If a product or service is allowed in another province, it can be sold in this province too. This should cut red tape and add choice, while keeping safety rules.
Pension Cash-Outs and Non-Resident Withdrawals Simplified
Plans can cash out small pensions or transfer them. Non-residents may withdraw. Unclaimed funds move to the province’s program. Some union plans limit employer payments.
Modernizes alcohol rules and market sales
Small breweries and distilleries can sell sealed drinks at approved farmers' markets. Events can set prices, and distilleries need a fire-safety sign-off. Some old licences and reports are removed.
No More Plate Stickers, Print Registration
Annual plate stickers end. Drivers must show printed proof of current registration when police ask; digital certificates must be printed, and records will use vehicle ID number and plate number.
Hydro Rebuild Gets Special Project Rules
Speeds up a big hydro rebuild with special buying, bonding, and labor rules. Could lower financing costs and affect power rates and worker arrangements.
Stronger oversight for occupational therapists
Only licensed occupational therapists can practise or use the title. The regulator sets rules, posts discipline results, requires insurance, requires sexual misconduct reporting, and can suspend to protect patients.
Overhauls public health leadership and reporting
Sets fixed terms for the top public health doctor, adds a deputy, and requires an annual report. Clear written directions and acting appointments aim to improve accountability during emergencies.
Public Land Boundary Update
The bill updates the legal map of a city parcel and fixes cross-references. It does not change private property lines, taxes, or daily park access.
Child Protection Agreements Validated Retroactively
The minister can agree with parents to place children with other caregivers without court. Past agreements since January 26, 2024 are valid, with protection for good-faith actions.
Supplementary Budget Boosts Health and Housing
The government adds $465 million to key services this year. More money goes to health, social supports, housing, education, and public safety. No new taxes.
Right to a Healthy Environment
Gives everyone a right to a healthy environment and a new commissioner. Sets a public registry, stronger input, and protects workers who report harms.
Investor Dispute Service and Tougher Penalties
Investors get a faster dispute service with awards up to $350,000. The bill tightens promotion rules, raises fines, and protects people who report wrongdoing to stop scams.
Independent Appeals for Bee Health Orders
Beekeepers can appeal to an independent board, not the Minister. Orders stay in force during appeals to protect bee health.
An Act to Amend the Opportunities New Brunswick Act
University Act updates roles and representation
It updates the University of New Brunswick law with modern titles and clearer roles. Librarians and contract instructors gain seats and voting rights, and a Libraries Council is created.
Longer Licences and New Child Care Portal
Child care licences can last up to three years, and a new portal replaces the registry. The Minister may approve pilot projects; terms are clearer, with no price changes now.
Doubling Appointments to Top Honour
More people can receive the top provincial honour each year. Council members serve until replaced and can be removed only for cause.
Upgrading 911 Security and Call Centre Rules
911 calls will be handled more smoothly and securely. Agencies must meet new standards, share needed info to respond, report outages, and face penalties for misuse.