25 things Maritimers can expect in 2025 [Video]

From elections and music festivals to new minimum wages and flight routes, here are 25 things Maritimers can expect to see in 2025.

A file photo of an Elections NB ‘Vote Here’ sign. (Nick Moore/CTV)

Elections and civics

New impaired driving laws in N.B.

New provincial laws on Jan. 1 will give police discretion to issue an immediate roadside suspension or lay criminal charges against impaired drivers.

A new lieutenant-governor in N.B.

Louise Imbeault will become New Brunswick’s new lieutenant-governor, replacing Brenda Murphy, who is wrapping up a five-year term.

Canadian federal election

Canadians will vote for their representatives in Ottawa on or before Oct. 21, with 25 Maritime electoral ridings making up a total of 338 across the country.

N.B. municipal elections

Local government elections for mayors and councillors across New Brunswick will happen May 12.

Another large increase for NB Power customers

Residential NB Power customers will face a 9.7 per cent rate hike on April 1, which will contribute …