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Operations continue in New Brunswick as Connors Bros. files for creditor protection
Connors Bros., a major producer of seafood products in New Brunswick, has filed for protection from creditors, but it has reassured fishermen and others who depend on the company that things will carry on as usual.,,, That’s the understanding of Melanie Sonnenberg of the Grand Manan Fishermen’s Association. Sonnenberg said the company reached out to the group to assure members that there would be no interruptions in operations, and that bills would continue to be paid. >click to read< 17:35
Connors Bros. confirms cutting second shift at sardine plant due to decline in catch forecasts
Connors Bros., Limited has confirmed it will not recall a second shift at its Blacks Harbour sardine plant this season. The company blames a decline in the weir fishery and herring catch forecasts for 2015 for the decision. About 60 jobs will be affected, spokesperson Dave Giddens said in an emailed statement. 11:08
