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03 A MESSAGE FROM THE EDITOR 04 WHAT’S IN THE SPOTLIGHT 08 UPCOMINGEVENTS 10 Q&A WITH GABRIEL GIGUÈRE Quebecers starting to understand the need for Canadian pipelines 26 ENGAGINGCUSTOMERS Magazines Still Matter 32 ABF INC’S EDMONTON CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL Transforming Edmonton from the Oil to Beer Capital of Canada 38 FUSION FEST United by the Pour 44 CANADIAN ENERGY REVIEW Top 10 Good News Energy Stories of 2024 52 PREPARING FOR GROWTH It’s time for your first Sales hire 56 CANADIAN OIL Why it’s so important to the United States 60 HEADING BACK TO THEHIGHLANDS Cape Breton’s Top Winter Activities 86 FROM CEDAR TO PINE Discovering Coastal Island Bliss at Mira Riverfront Getaway 95 ESCAPE TO NEWFOUNDLAND ANDLABRADOR Trip Planning 101 100 THE ART OF MANIFESTING 3 Ways to Manifest Success for Your Business 106 CANADA’S ENERGY SECTOR WAKE-UPCALL U.S. Tariffs or Not, Canada Needs to Build New Oil & Gas Pipeline Space Fast 112 LIFE IS WHAT YOU MAKE IT Live, Love & Laugh!
STAR-GAZING GLAMPING, LUXURY AND PAMPERING A Zen Escape to Relax in Nature at Creekside RNR In the heart of New Brunswick, the charming town of Cocagne is home to Creekside RNR, a luxury glamping retreat where an unforgettable experience awaits. Surrounded by stunning natural beauty, the resort’s geodesic domes offer guests the perfect opportunity to unwind under the stars or relax in the soothing Nordic spa. This peaceful escape provides an ideal setting to reconnect with nature and prioritize self-care.
EXPERIENCE CAPE BRETON ISLAND’S STUNNING LANDSCAPES Trailside Accommodations and Outdoor Adventures is your Year-Round cozy cottage getaway on the Cabot Trail What happens when you combine an environmental educator, a professional trail builder, and a love and passion for the outdoors? We sat down with Adam and Ruth Shore to get the answer to that question and to learn how Adam and Ruth’s entrepreneurial journey brought their education and expertise to Cape Breton to create a year-round oasis for nature lovers called Trailside Accommodations and Outdoor Adventures THE VIEW FROM THE TOP Valley View Chalets is where Nature meets Adventure Chiseled into the mountainside with breathtaking views of the Margaree Valley, Valley View Chalets offers a unique mix of natural beauty, comfort, and adventure. What was once Malcolm Fraser’s farmstead in the 1800s has been reimagined by generations of his family into a year-round retreat where visitors can roam the Highlands, explore the vast trail system, paddle the riverbank, or just unwind in nature for the perfect Cape Breton escape.
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ELYSE AERYN Cape Breton-Born Artist amplifying Rock, Country, Pop & Soul to Create her own Brand of Rock & Roll We caught up with Elyse Aeryn, a Cape Breton-born artist whose unique blend of rock, country, pop, and soul is carving out
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a distinctive sound in the music scene. Known for her powerful live shows, rich voice, and soulful songwriting, Elyse has quickly earned recognition in the industry. Her journey of following her true passion for music has been nothing short of inspiring. Elyse opened up about the challenges she’s overcome, how her music resonates with the community, her“this is it”moments, and what’s next in her evolving career.
DESTINATION NEW BRUNSWICK
Keeping active in the Picture Province this Winter For some, winter is for hibernating or heading south; for many others, winter is the season for getting outside in the brisk air and exploring New Brunswick’s pristine woods, beautiful parks, and cool urban centres, with countless kilometres of trails winding through the snow-draped landscape. These are a few of the many activities to keep you busy this winter in the picture province.
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