Connecting Albert County: The Audio Edit Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:36:38 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2543277 en-us © 2026 Connecting Albert County: The Audio Edit yes e47411ed-ef7f-51ba-a08d-c5dd87fe9265 Connecting Albert County episodic false Connecting Albert County (CAC) is rural Albert County's community news publication. We build connections, foster pride of place and culture, and uplift and elevate the voices of our residents. Located in Albert County, New Brunswick, Canada, CAC aims to be the communication hub and community connector in our region. 


CAC has been a read-only publication for over 11 years (online and print copy). Now, we take our publication into a new format - the Audio Edit. Here, you will find our monthly publication in audiobook format AND special monthly podcast interviews you won't find in our read-only publications called "CAC: In Conversation".  

Tune in and learn all there is to see and do. Get to know the people, the culture, the comings and goings, and the community of rural Albert County. 

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Connecting Albert County https://storage.buzzsprout.com/d0z3f5v9v1zs5u6mngsqchmuorwj?.jpg Connecting Albert County: The Audio Edit April 2026 Edition April 2026 Edition Connecting Albert County is now available in audio format! Spring is in the air but will Mother Nature follow through? In the April edition of CAC, the the jury is out on Mother Nature, but what isn't in question is how much is happening in Albert County! In this edition we have a variety of stories - spring events, community concerns, environmental initiatives, business celebrations, important social services, a beautiful reflection from a young resident, and so much more! 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Connecting Albert County is now available in audio format! Spring is in the air but will Mother Nature follow through? In the April edition of CAC, the the jury is out on Mother Nature, but what isn't in question is how much is happening in Albert County! In this edition we have a variety of stories - spring events, community concerns, environmental initiatives, business celebrations, important social services, a beautiful reflection from a young resident, and so much more! 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Connecting Albert County Buzzsprout-19083817 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0400 3588 full false Municipal Election 2026: Heather Ward-Russell, Incumbent Candidate for Ward 6 Municipal Election 2026: Heather Ward-Russell, Incumbent Candidate for Ward 6 Join us for a special series of CAC: In Conversation, covering the 2026 Municipal Election in the Fundy Albert Region. 

In this conversation, we chat with Heather Ward-Russell, Incumbent Candidate for the position of Councillor of Ward 6.  

All candidates were given a list of potential questions at least 24 hours in advance of their interview and were asked the same questions. We have completed light editing for clarity, length, and sound quality. All views and opinions represented in the interviews are those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect those of Connecting Albert County. 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Join us for a special series of CAC: In Conversation, covering the 2026 Municipal Election in the Fundy Albert Region. 

In this conversation, we chat with Heather Ward-Russell, Incumbent Candidate for the position of Councillor of Ward 6.  

All candidates were given a list of potential questions at least 24 hours in advance of their interview and were asked the same questions. We have completed light editing for clarity, length, and sound quality. All views and opinions represented in the interviews are those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect those of Connecting Albert County. 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Connecting Albert County Buzzsprout-19054025 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -0400 1582 full false Municipal Election 2026: Darren Phillips Candidate for Ward 6 Municipal Election 2026: Darren Phillips Candidate for Ward 6 Join us for a special series of CAC: In Conversation, covering the 2026 Municipal Election in the Fundy Albert Region. 

In this conversation, we chat with Darren Phillips, Candidate for the position of Councillor of Ward 6.  

All candidates were given a list of potential questions at least 24 hours in advance of their interview and were asked the same questions. We have completed light editing for clarity, length, and sound quality. All views and opinions represented in the interviews are those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect those of Connecting Albert County. 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Join us for a special series of CAC: In Conversation, covering the 2026 Municipal Election in the Fundy Albert Region. 

In this conversation, we chat with Darren Phillips, Candidate for the position of Councillor of Ward 6.  

All candidates were given a list of potential questions at least 24 hours in advance of their interview and were asked the same questions. We have completed light editing for clarity, length, and sound quality. All views and opinions represented in the interviews are those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect those of Connecting Albert County. 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Connecting Albert County Buzzsprout-19054019 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -0400 1306 full false Municipal Election 2026: Caleb Lee Whidden Candidate for Ward 5 Municipal Election 2026: Caleb Lee Whidden Candidate for Ward 5 Join us for a special series of CAC: In Conversation, covering the 2026 Municipal Election in the Fundy Albert Region. 

In this conversation, we chat with Caleb Lee Whidden, Candidate for the position of Councillor of Ward 5.  

All candidates were given a list of potential questions at least 24 hours in advance of their interview and were asked the same questions. We have completed light editing for clarity, length, and sound quality. All views and opinions represented in the interviews are those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect those of Connecting Albert County. 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Join us for a special series of CAC: In Conversation, covering the 2026 Municipal Election in the Fundy Albert Region. 

In this conversation, we chat with Caleb Lee Whidden, Candidate for the position of Councillor of Ward 5.  

All candidates were given a list of potential questions at least 24 hours in advance of their interview and were asked the same questions. We have completed light editing for clarity, length, and sound quality. All views and opinions represented in the interviews are those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect those of Connecting Albert County. 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Connecting Albert County Buzzsprout-19054011 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -0400 1685 full false Municipal Election 2026: Rebecca Davis Candidate for Ward 5 Municipal Election 2026: Rebecca Davis Candidate for Ward 5 Join us for a special series of CAC: In Conversation, covering the 2026 Municipal Election in the Fundy Albert Region. 

In this conversation, we chat with Rebecca Davis, Candidate for the position of Councillor of Ward 5.  

All candidates were given a list of potential questions at least 24 hours in advance of their interview and were asked the same questions. We have completed light editing for clarity, length, and sound quality. All views and opinions represented in the interviews are those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect those of Connecting Albert County. 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Join us for a special series of CAC: In Conversation, covering the 2026 Municipal Election in the Fundy Albert Region. 

In this conversation, we chat with Rebecca Davis, Candidate for the position of Councillor of Ward 5.  

All candidates were given a list of potential questions at least 24 hours in advance of their interview and were asked the same questions. We have completed light editing for clarity, length, and sound quality. All views and opinions represented in the interviews are those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect those of Connecting Albert County. 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Connecting Albert County Buzzsprout-19053999 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -0400 2362 full false Municipal Election 2026: Scott Reid Candidate for Ward 4 Municipal Election 2026: Scott Reid Candidate for Ward 4 Join us for a special series of CAC: In Conversation, covering the 2026 Municipal Election in the Fundy Albert Region. 

In this conversation, we chat with Scott Reid, Candidate for the position of Councillor of Ward 4.  

All candidates were given a list of potential questions at least 24 hours in advance of their interview and were asked the same questions. We have completed light editing for clarity, length, and sound quality. All views and opinions represented in the interviews are those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect those of Connecting Albert County. 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Join us for a special series of CAC: In Conversation, covering the 2026 Municipal Election in the Fundy Albert Region. 

In this conversation, we chat with Scott Reid, Candidate for the position of Councillor of Ward 4.  

All candidates were given a list of potential questions at least 24 hours in advance of their interview and were asked the same questions. We have completed light editing for clarity, length, and sound quality. All views and opinions represented in the interviews are those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect those of Connecting Albert County. 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Connecting Albert County Buzzsprout-19053990 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -0400 1577 full false Municipal Election 2026: Alastair MacFarlane Candidate for Ward 4 Municipal Election 2026: Alastair MacFarlane Candidate for Ward 4 Join us for a special series of CAC: In Conversation, covering the 2026 Municipal Election in the Fundy Albert Region. 

In this conversation, we chat with Alastair MacFarlane, Candidate for the position of Councillor of Ward 4.  

All candidates were given a list of potential questions at least 24 hours in advance of their interview and were asked the same questions. We have completed light editing for clarity, length, and sound quality. All views and opinions represented in the interviews are those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect those of Connecting Albert County. 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Join us for a special series of CAC: In Conversation, covering the 2026 Municipal Election in the Fundy Albert Region. 

In this conversation, we chat with Alastair MacFarlane, Candidate for the position of Councillor of Ward 4.  

All candidates were given a list of potential questions at least 24 hours in advance of their interview and were asked the same questions. We have completed light editing for clarity, length, and sound quality. All views and opinions represented in the interviews are those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect those of Connecting Albert County. 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Connecting Albert County Buzzsprout-19053978 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -0400 1546 full false Municipal Election 2026: Peter Jubb Candidate for Ward 4 Municipal Election 2026: Peter Jubb Candidate for Ward 4 Join us for a special series of CAC: In Conversation, covering the 2026 Municipal Election in the Fundy Albert Region. 

In this conversation, we chat with Peter Jubb,  Candidate for the position of Councillor of Ward 4.  

All candidates were given a list of potential questions at least 24 hours in advance of their interview and were asked the same questions. We have completed light editing for clarity, length, and sound quality. All views and opinions represented in the interviews are those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect those of Connecting Albert County. 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Join us for a special series of CAC: In Conversation, covering the 2026 Municipal Election in the Fundy Albert Region. 

In this conversation, we chat with Peter Jubb,  Candidate for the position of Councillor of Ward 4.  

All candidates were given a list of potential questions at least 24 hours in advance of their interview and were asked the same questions. We have completed light editing for clarity, length, and sound quality. All views and opinions represented in the interviews are those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect those of Connecting Albert County. 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Connecting Albert County Buzzsprout-19053967 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -0400 3049 full false Municipal Election 2026: James Wilson Candidate for Ward 3 Municipal Election 2026: James Wilson Candidate for Ward 3 Join us for a special series of CAC: In Conversation, covering the 2026 Municipal Election in the Fundy Albert Region. 

In this conversation, we chat with James Wilson, Candidate for the position of Councillor of Ward 3.  

All candidates were given a list of potential questions at least 24 hours in advance of their interview and were asked the same questions. We have completed light editing for clarity, length, and sound quality. All views and opinions represented in the interviews are those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect those of Connecting Albert County. 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Join us for a special series of CAC: In Conversation, covering the 2026 Municipal Election in the Fundy Albert Region. 

In this conversation, we chat with James Wilson, Candidate for the position of Councillor of Ward 3.  

All candidates were given a list of potential questions at least 24 hours in advance of their interview and were asked the same questions. We have completed light editing for clarity, length, and sound quality. All views and opinions represented in the interviews are those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect those of Connecting Albert County. 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Connecting Albert County Buzzsprout-19053953 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -0400 2744 full false Municipal Election 2026: Jeffery Cooke, Candidate for Ward 3 Municipal Election 2026: Jeffery Cooke, Candidate for Ward 3 Join us for a special series of CAC: In Conversation, covering the 2026 Municipal Election in the Fundy Albert Region. 

In this conversation, we chat with Jeffery Cooke, Candidate for the position of Councillor of Ward 3.  

All candidates were given a list of potential questions at least 24 hours in advance of their interview and were asked the same questions. We have completed light editing for clarity, length, and sound quality. All views and opinions represented in the interviews are those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect those of Connecting Albert County. 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Join us for a special series of CAC: In Conversation, covering the 2026 Municipal Election in the Fundy Albert Region. 

In this conversation, we chat with Jeffery Cooke, Candidate for the position of Councillor of Ward 3.  

All candidates were given a list of potential questions at least 24 hours in advance of their interview and were asked the same questions. We have completed light editing for clarity, length, and sound quality. All views and opinions represented in the interviews are those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect those of Connecting Albert County. 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Connecting Albert County Buzzsprout-19053943 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0400 2245 full false Municipal Election 2026: Jason Horsman Candidate for Ward 2 Municipal Election 2026: Jason Horsman Candidate for Ward 2 Join us for a special series of CAC: In Conversation, covering the 2026 Municipal Election in the Fundy Albert Region. 

In this conversation, we chat with Jason Horsman, Candidate for the position of Councillor of Ward 2.  

All candidates were given a list of potential questions at least 24 hours in advance of their interview and were asked the same questions. We have completed light editing for clarity, length, and sound quality. All views and opinions represented in the interviews are those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect those of Connecting Albert County. 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Join us for a special series of CAC: In Conversation, covering the 2026 Municipal Election in the Fundy Albert Region. 

In this conversation, we chat with Jason Horsman, Candidate for the position of Councillor of Ward 2.  

All candidates were given a list of potential questions at least 24 hours in advance of their interview and were asked the same questions. We have completed light editing for clarity, length, and sound quality. All views and opinions represented in the interviews are those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect those of Connecting Albert County. 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Connecting Albert County Buzzsprout-19053933 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0400 1834 full false Municipal Election 2026: Loretta Elderkin, Incumbent Candidate for Ward 2 Municipal Election 2026: Loretta Elderkin, Incumbent Candidate for Ward 2 Join us for a special series of CAC: In Conversation, covering the 2026 Municipal Election in the Fundy Albert Region. 

In this conversation, we chat with Loretta Elderkin, Incumbent Candidate for the position of Councillor of Ward 2.  

All candidates were given a list of potential questions at least 24 hours in advance of their interview and were asked the same questions. We have completed light editing for clarity, length, and sound quality. All views and opinions represented in the interviews are those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect those of Connecting Albert County. 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Join us for a special series of CAC: In Conversation, covering the 2026 Municipal Election in the Fundy Albert Region. 

In this conversation, we chat with Loretta Elderkin, Incumbent Candidate for the position of Councillor of Ward 2.  

All candidates were given a list of potential questions at least 24 hours in advance of their interview and were asked the same questions. We have completed light editing for clarity, length, and sound quality. All views and opinions represented in the interviews are those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect those of Connecting Albert County. 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Connecting Albert County Buzzsprout-19053914 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0400 1450 full false Municipal Election 2026: Derek Lackey, Candidate for Ward 1 Municipal Election 2026: Derek Lackey, Candidate for Ward 1 Join us for a special series of CAC: In Conversation, covering the 2026 Municipal Election in the Fundy Albert Region. 

In this conversation, we chat with Derek Lackey, Candidate for the position of Councillor Ward 1. Derek ran uncontested and therefore is the winning candidate by acclamation.   

All candidates were given a list of potential questions at least 24 hours in advance of their interview and were asked the same questions. We have completed light editing for clarity, length, and sound quality. All views and opinions represented in the interviews are those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect those of Connecting Albert County. 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Join us for a special series of CAC: In Conversation, covering the 2026 Municipal Election in the Fundy Albert Region. 

In this conversation, we chat with Derek Lackey, Candidate for the position of Councillor Ward 1. Derek ran uncontested and therefore is the winning candidate by acclamation.   

All candidates were given a list of potential questions at least 24 hours in advance of their interview and were asked the same questions. We have completed light editing for clarity, length, and sound quality. All views and opinions represented in the interviews are those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect those of Connecting Albert County. 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Connecting Albert County Buzzsprout-19053898 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0400 1958 full false Municipal Election 2026: Jim Campbell, Incumbent Candidate for Mayor Municipal Election 2026: Jim Campbell, Incumbent Candidate for Mayor Join us for a special series of CAC: In Conversation, covering the 2026 Municipal Election in the Fundy Albert Region. 

In this conversation, we chat with Jim Campbell, Candidate for the position of Mayor.  

All candidates were given a list of potential questions at least 24 hours in advance of their interview and were asked the same questions. We have completed light editing for clarity, length, and sound quality. All views and opinions represented in the interviews are those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect those of Connecting Albert County. 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Join us for a special series of CAC: In Conversation, covering the 2026 Municipal Election in the Fundy Albert Region. 

In this conversation, we chat with Jim Campbell, Candidate for the position of Mayor.  

All candidates were given a list of potential questions at least 24 hours in advance of their interview and were asked the same questions. We have completed light editing for clarity, length, and sound quality. All views and opinions represented in the interviews are those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect those of Connecting Albert County. 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Connecting Albert County Buzzsprout-19053888 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0400 2025 full false Municipal Election 2026: Don Bowman, Candidate for Mayor Municipal Election 2026: Don Bowman, Candidate for Mayor Join us for a special series of CAC: In Conversation, covering the 2026 Municipal Election in the Fundy Albert Region. 

In this conversation, we chat with Don Bowman, Candidate for the position of Mayor.  

All candidates were given a list of potential questions at least 24 hours in advance of their interview and were asked the same questions. We have completed light editing for clarity, length, and sound quality. All views and opinions represented in the interviews are those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect those of Connecting Albert County. 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Join us for a special series of CAC: In Conversation, covering the 2026 Municipal Election in the Fundy Albert Region. 

In this conversation, we chat with Don Bowman, Candidate for the position of Mayor.  

All candidates were given a list of potential questions at least 24 hours in advance of their interview and were asked the same questions. We have completed light editing for clarity, length, and sound quality. All views and opinions represented in the interviews are those of the interviewee and do not necessarily reflect those of Connecting Albert County. 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Connecting Albert County Buzzsprout-19053831 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0400 2705 full false CAC: In Conversation with Fundy Albert CAO Sean Wallace CAC: In Conversation with Fundy Albert CAO Sean Wallace Join us as we s we continue to get to know the people behind the organizations, businesses, and community groups that serve our region! Take a moment to get to know the Village of Fundy Albert's Chief Administrative Officer, Sean Wallace. Sean has had a long personal and professional journey from his military service to now, that has brought him back to his Albert County roots. 

The Village of Fundy Albert is an integral partner to Connecting Albert County and many other non-profit and community service-based organizations in our region. The have been an integral advertising partner to CAC, and we are happy to partner with them in creating and sharing their community newsletter with residents monthly as part of our publication. CAC thanks the Village of Fundy Albert for the long-standing partnership as they continue to prove they are, indeed, "friendly by nature."

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Join us as we s we continue to get to know the people behind the organizations, businesses, and community groups that serve our region! Take a moment to get to know the Village of Fundy Albert's Chief Administrative Officer, Sean Wallace. Sean has had a long personal and professional journey from his military service to now, that has brought him back to his Albert County roots. 

The Village of Fundy Albert is an integral partner to Connecting Albert County and many other non-profit and community service-based organizations in our region. The have been an integral advertising partner to CAC, and we are happy to partner with them in creating and sharing their community newsletter with residents monthly as part of our publication. CAC thanks the Village of Fundy Albert for the long-standing partnership as they continue to prove they are, indeed, "friendly by nature."

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Connecting Albert County Buzzsprout-19014662 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0400 1736 full false CAC: In Conversation with the Fundy Albert Deputy Mayor (2025) CAC: In Conversation with the Fundy Albert Deputy Mayor (2025) Join us as we s we continue to get to know the people behind the organizations, businesses, and community groups that serve our region! We sat down to chat with Deputy Mayor Loretta Elderkin about her journey into municipal politics and life as a long term resident of Fundy Albert. 

The Village of Fundy Albert is an integral partner to Connecting Albert County and many other non-profit and community service-based organizations in our region. The have been an integral advertising partner to CAC, and we are happy to partner with them in creating and sharing their community newsletter with residents monthly as part of our publication. CAC thanks the Village of Fundy Albert for the long-standing partnership as they continue to prove they are, indeed, "friendly by nature."

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Join us as we s we continue to get to know the people behind the organizations, businesses, and community groups that serve our region! We sat down to chat with Deputy Mayor Loretta Elderkin about her journey into municipal politics and life as a long term resident of Fundy Albert. 

The Village of Fundy Albert is an integral partner to Connecting Albert County and many other non-profit and community service-based organizations in our region. The have been an integral advertising partner to CAC, and we are happy to partner with them in creating and sharing their community newsletter with residents monthly as part of our publication. CAC thanks the Village of Fundy Albert for the long-standing partnership as they continue to prove they are, indeed, "friendly by nature."

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Connecting Albert County Buzzsprout-19014655 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0400 1026 full false CAC: In Conversation with Marc Theriault (CBDC) CAC: In Conversation with Marc Theriault (CBDC) Join us for a chat with Marc Theriault, Project Analyst from the Westmoreland Albert Community Business Development Corporation. You may know the CBDC Westmoreland Albert as a non-traditional business financing source, while that's true, - their dedication and passion for community is so much more than dollars and cents. They also offer a variety of types of support and programming, and give great advice and resources for all kinds of businesses and groups in our region. Listen in to learn more about what they do and the real people behind this incredible service.  

The Westmoreland Albert Community Business Development Corporation has been a major supporter of Connecting Albert County for many years. Because of their generosity as an advertising partner, CAC is able to continue to provide our free services to our community. 

The Westmoreland Albert Community Business Development Corporation is a major advertiser of Connecting Albert County, and CAC would like to thank it, and Marc in particular, for their generous support.  

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Join us for a chat with Marc Theriault, Project Analyst from the Westmoreland Albert Community Business Development Corporation. You may know the CBDC Westmoreland Albert as a non-traditional business financing source, while that's true, - their dedication and passion for community is so much more than dollars and cents. They also offer a variety of types of support and programming, and give great advice and resources for all kinds of businesses and groups in our region. Listen in to learn more about what they do and the real people behind this incredible service.  

The Westmoreland Albert Community Business Development Corporation has been a major supporter of Connecting Albert County for many years. Because of their generosity as an advertising partner, CAC is able to continue to provide our free services to our community. 

The Westmoreland Albert Community Business Development Corporation is a major advertiser of Connecting Albert County, and CAC would like to thank it, and Marc in particular, for their generous support.  

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Connecting Albert County Buzzsprout-18823708 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0400 1248 full false CAC: In Conversation with Gwendolyn Zwicker, Resiliency Committee (GNB) CAC: In Conversation with Gwendolyn Zwicker, Resiliency Committee (GNB) Join us for a chat with Gwendolyn (Gwen) Zwicker, Coordinator, from our regional Resiliency Committee, an incredible, collaborative group that works under the umbrella of the Province of New Brunswick. Gwen has had a fascinating journey to the position she is in now, where she spearheads a group that makes impactful, often unrecognized, contributions to local organizations and community groups who serve the underserved. 

Because of the generation sponsorship of this committee, Connecting Albert County is able to have increased the distribution of their print copies, which in turn frees up funds to expand our work and make the stories of the rural Albert County Region even more accessible, via this podcast.

The NB Resiliency Committee is a major sponsor of Connecting Albert County, and CAC would like to thank it, and Gwen in particular, for their generous support.  

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Join us for a chat with Gwendolyn (Gwen) Zwicker, Coordinator, from our regional Resiliency Committee, an incredible, collaborative group that works under the umbrella of the Province of New Brunswick. Gwen has had a fascinating journey to the position she is in now, where she spearheads a group that makes impactful, often unrecognized, contributions to local organizations and community groups who serve the underserved. 

Because of the generation sponsorship of this committee, Connecting Albert County is able to have increased the distribution of their print copies, which in turn frees up funds to expand our work and make the stories of the rural Albert County Region even more accessible, via this podcast.

The NB Resiliency Committee is a major sponsor of Connecting Albert County, and CAC would like to thank it, and Gwen in particular, for their generous support.  

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Connecting Albert County Buzzsprout-18766978 Sat, 28 Feb 2026 19:00:00 -0500 2470 full false CAC: In Conversation with Micha Fardy, Friends of Fundy CAC: In Conversation with Micha Fardy, Friends of Fundy Join us for a chat with Micha Fardy, the Executive Director of the Friends of Fundy. Friends of Fundy is a charitable organization that exists to enhance public awareness and appreciation of the cultural and natural heritage of Fundy National Park and increase engagement in the surrounding area, the Rural Upper Bay of Fundy Region.

The founding members of the organization were recognized and celebrated for their ecological expertise, their pride of place, their support of Fundy National Park and their deep belief in the importance of leadership and collaboration for vibrant prosperous sustainable communities. 

Now-a-days, the Friends of Fundy place special emphasis on regional collaboration to achieve community goals and aspirations throughout the Rural Upper Bay of Fundy region. These aspirations reflect the culture and heritage of the area and its relationship with the landscape – the bedrock of building a thriving local rural lifestyle and economy.

Get to know Micha, her passion for the region, and her journey to get here. 

The Friends of Fundy is a major sponsor of Connecting Albert County, and CAC would like to them for their support over these many years. We couldn't do it without you! 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Join us for a chat with Micha Fardy, the Executive Director of the Friends of Fundy. Friends of Fundy is a charitable organization that exists to enhance public awareness and appreciation of the cultural and natural heritage of Fundy National Park and increase engagement in the surrounding area, the Rural Upper Bay of Fundy Region.

The founding members of the organization were recognized and celebrated for their ecological expertise, their pride of place, their support of Fundy National Park and their deep belief in the importance of leadership and collaboration for vibrant prosperous sustainable communities. 

Now-a-days, the Friends of Fundy place special emphasis on regional collaboration to achieve community goals and aspirations throughout the Rural Upper Bay of Fundy region. These aspirations reflect the culture and heritage of the area and its relationship with the landscape – the bedrock of building a thriving local rural lifestyle and economy.

Get to know Micha, her passion for the region, and her journey to get here. 

The Friends of Fundy is a major sponsor of Connecting Albert County, and CAC would like to them for their support over these many years. We couldn't do it without you! 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Connecting Albert County Buzzsprout-18766926 Sat, 28 Feb 2026 19:00:00 -0500 1301 full false March 2026 Edition March 2026 Edition Connecting Albert County is now available in audio format! Welcome to the March Edition. Celebrate our rural schools and bursary recipients, learn about  Municipal Elections, volunteering, local business and organization's success stories, seniors advocacy, and volunteer profiles... and so much more! 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Connecting Albert County is now available in audio format! Welcome to the March Edition. Celebrate our rural schools and bursary recipients, learn about  Municipal Elections, volunteering, local business and organization's success stories, seniors advocacy, and volunteer profiles... and so much more! 

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Connecting Albert County Buzzsprout-18765840 Sat, 28 Feb 2026 12:00:00 -0500 3046 full false CAC: In Conversation with Lisa (Bishop) Henderson CAC: In Conversation with Lisa (Bishop) Henderson Join us for a chat with Lisa (Bishop) Henderson from the Albert County Funeral Home, a long-time, multi-generational Albert County business  that serves the residents of Albert County and surrounding areas. Lisa, and decades of generations before her, have brought care and comfort to their community during some of its residents most difficult times. Learn about the history of the business and how the Bishop Family took a line of work that most would consider dark and depressing, and turned into a legacy of community service and loving care.

The Albert County Funeral Home is a major sponsor of Connecting Albert County, and CAC would like to thank Lisa and family for their support over these many years.  

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Join us for a chat with Lisa (Bishop) Henderson from the Albert County Funeral Home, a long-time, multi-generational Albert County business  that serves the residents of Albert County and surrounding areas. Lisa, and decades of generations before her, have brought care and comfort to their community during some of its residents most difficult times. Learn about the history of the business and how the Bishop Family took a line of work that most would consider dark and depressing, and turned into a legacy of community service and loving care.

The Albert County Funeral Home is a major sponsor of Connecting Albert County, and CAC would like to thank Lisa and family for their support over these many years.  

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Connecting Albert County Buzzsprout-18621671 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 20:00:00 -0500 1690 full false CAC: In Conversation with the BACH Foundation CAC: In Conversation with the BACH Foundation Join us on the inaugural CAC: In Conversation Podcast as we chat with Albert County community members Robert (Bob) Rochon (Chairperson) and Phyllis Hudson (Vice-Chair) of the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation. Take time to get to know Bob and Phyllis, the organization they serve, and why they choose to be a part of it.  

The Bennett and Albert County Health Care Foundation is integral to the success of the Albert County Community Health Centre (ACCHC) and other healthcare and wellness-driven initiatives in rural Albert County, such as Connecting Albert County. They are dedicated to the betterment of health care for the residents of Fundy Albert and its surrounding areas. 

The BACH Foundation is a major sponsor of Connecting Albert County, and the presenting Sponsor of Connecting Albert County: The Audio Edit. We are deeply grateful to them for their support. 


Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Join us on the inaugural CAC: In Conversation Podcast as we chat with Albert County community members Robert (Bob) Rochon (Chairperson) and Phyllis Hudson (Vice-Chair) of the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation. Take time to get to know Bob and Phyllis, the organization they serve, and why they choose to be a part of it.  

The Bennett and Albert County Health Care Foundation is integral to the success of the Albert County Community Health Centre (ACCHC) and other healthcare and wellness-driven initiatives in rural Albert County, such as Connecting Albert County. They are dedicated to the betterment of health care for the residents of Fundy Albert and its surrounding areas. 

The BACH Foundation is a major sponsor of Connecting Albert County, and the presenting Sponsor of Connecting Albert County: The Audio Edit. We are deeply grateful to them for their support. 


Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Connecting Albert County Buzzsprout-18621560 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 20:00:00 -0500 2031 full false February 2026 Edition February 2026 Edition Connecting Albert County is now available in audio format! In this edition of CAC, we welcome the coming of February! We've officially turned the tide on winter, days are becoming longer, and now is the time to experience all rural Albert County has to offer! What a great time to take advantage of the many goings-on in our region - check out all of the events happening.
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​Also in this edition, we celebrate with local winners (community members and organizations!), learn more about our health and healthcare, start building momentum for spring, and so much more!

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

]]> Connecting Albert County is now available in audio format! In this edition of CAC, we welcome the coming of February! We've officially turned the tide on winter, days are becoming longer, and now is the time to experience all rural Albert County has to offer! What a great time to take advantage of the many goings-on in our region - check out all of the events happening.
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​Also in this edition, we celebrate with local winners (community members and organizations!), learn more about our health and healthcare, start building momentum for spring, and so much more!

Connecting Albert County thanks our presenting sponsor, the Bennett & Albert County Healthcare Foundation.

For more information on Connecting Albert County, please go to our website or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

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