Suzanne Lapointe
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Suzanne Lapointe
@lapointesznn.bsky.social
Journalist with Global News in Moncton, New Brunswick. Fluent in French, English, and Chiac. Story tip? DM or email [email protected]
At today’s press conference I asked what makes them different, Dornan says NB is taking a less punitive approach with these measures than Quebec, using them more so to provide doctors with additional support if they’re not meeting targets. It will be part of tonight’s story.
November 20, 2025 at 6:01 PM
At today’s announcement, NB health minister Dornan said QC health minister Dubé asked him to “turn down the heat” in regards to recruiting QC doctors. This comes after QC Premier Legault condemned ON Premier Ford for inviting QC doctors to practice in his province.
November 20, 2025 at 5:44 PM
Here are the monthly application numbers from QC doctors for 2025 provided by the NB College of Physicians and Surgeons.
 
January – 3
February – 2
March – 1
April – 2
May – 3
June – 2
July – 3
August – 3
September – 4
October – 34
October 27, 2025 at 11:03 PM
NB premier Susan Holt and health minister John Dornan said on Thursday that ensuring all NBers have access to primary care does not mean everyone will have access to a family doctor.
October 10, 2025 at 11:54 AM
Thankfully, Robbie and his mother are safe. All of their pets are safe, but he’s asking Monctonians to keep an eye out for his cat Peaches who got away.
September 29, 2025 at 10:28 PM
Update: Warren says the fire is now “contained” and residents no longer need to be on standby to evacuate.
August 13, 2025 at 10:06 PM
The latest information from the province has the fire now at 45 hectares. It is still considered out of control and nearby residents need to be prepared to evacuate on short notice.
August 12, 2025 at 8:42 PM
You're right, what I wouldn't give for an edit button. Reposted and corrected
August 12, 2025 at 8:41 PM
Here is the response I received from a spokesperson for the Department of Justice and Public Safety this morning.
July 4, 2025 at 2:32 PM
The owners made a viral post explaining why they cancelled the event after the province told them holding it could result in losing their liquor licence. They received support from all over the world, with commenters calling the province’s position sexist.
July 4, 2025 at 2:32 PM
As opposed to legal crime
April 26, 2025 at 4:05 PM