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How could Unifor's push for government intervention affect Susan Holt?

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Premier Holt may face political and economic fallout from mill closure crisis The shutdown of the AV Nackawic Mill, slated for November 4, has put hundreds of jobs at risk, prompting Unifor to demand government intervention in New Brunswick. The union is pushing for a joint government task force and a national forestry strategy to protect the industry. As Premier, Susan Holt must manage the resulting economic uncertainty for the 240 unionized workers and the 300 to 350 direct jobs, alongside thousands of spin-off jobs. The province is currently engaging with the sector and working on options for the facility and land.

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  • The AV Nackawic Mill shutdown is slated for November 4.globalnews.ca
  • The shutdown affects about 240 unionized workers and 300 to 350 overall direct jobs.globalnews.ca
  • Unifor is locally pushing for a joint government task force.globalnews.ca
  • The province is working with AV Nackawic NB Inc. and the municipality on options.globalnews.ca

Why it matters

The fate of the AV Nackawic Mill represents a significant industrial crisis for New Brunswick, threatening hundreds of good paying jobs and thousands of related spin-off positions. The union's push for government intervention means the provincial government must move beyond simply helping employees access benefits and must address the fundamental economic viability of the forestry industry.

This situation mirrors a similar event in 2004 when the mill closed for over a year before a different operator took over. The pressure on Premier Susan Holt is to find a solution—whether through modernization, attracting investors, or creating a long-term strategy—that stabilizes the local economy and addresses the union's demands.

What we don't know yet

  • Will the provincial review identify a clear cost to modernize the mill?
  • Will Lana Payne's efforts to contact potential buyers for the mill succeed?

What would change this answer

The provincial review identifies a clear path to modernization and investment.The political pressure on Susan Holt would likely decrease as a concrete solution is presented to the public and the union.
The mill is heated through the winter to preserve reopening possibility.This action would temporarily mitigate the immediate job loss crisis, easing the pressure on the Premier.

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