Official Fredericton, NB projects thread - Page 470

OliverD · #**9381** Posted **Apr 10, 2018, 5:40 PM**

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Originally Posted by Freddypop

I believe the proponent, Commercial Properties, is owned by Irving? Makes sense since they own the land. They say they want to leave room for other future projects so I assume they have something in mind but not ready to announce. This may stall the Frederick Square build.

I believe you're right that they are Irving owned.

I agree that this may not be good for Frederick Square II. It will depend on which building can secure leases though.

A bit disappointing that this isn't actually on the corner of Regent and King too.

Taeolas · #**9382** Posted **Apr 10, 2018, 5:54 PM**

From the earlier comments about FredrickSquare2, I had the impression everything was set to go, they were kicking out the parkers, and it was basically shovel ready once the ground thaws.

If that is the case, this shouldn't affect that project. Still, since Square2 hasn't officially been announced yet, it can be somewhat concerning. Maybe our inside man on that project can chime in? (I can't recall who was confirming it, but it's a few pages back I'm sure).

If they wanted room for expansion, why wouldn't they put this on the corner? There isn't really room enough to build another decent sized building in the space left, and expanding that way later would be a PITA. Though the current position does have some advantages; it has easy access to the parking garage (which is already mostly earmarked for the new Carleton Street project).

Eyeballing it on Google Maps, you could get a nice pair of offset corners if you would build a similar sized building on the other part of the lot (Regent and Brunswick), but that leaves an awkwardish spot behind right on the Regent corner. Maybe grass it over and have it be a downtown park or something?

OliverD · #**9383** Posted **Apr 10, 2018, 6:17 PM**

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Originally Posted by Freddypop

Folks...

Chatted with my source who is close to this project. As I stated several weeks ago my source says this project is a go beginning later this year. Looking at 8 stories (4 commercial and 4 residential). The rendering is old but final building will be similar except taller. Source says that they have already secured a major client and have strong interest from others. Clients in the TD Tower are being advised that they will lose the surface parking this spring

The quote from earlier. If they have secured a major lessee then that's great.

Franco401 · #**9384** Posted **Apr 10, 2018, 8:43 PM**

I have to wonder if this lot (highlighted) will ever be filled. It's a different property from the one being developed, and it's ripe for smaller infill. As private lots become lees valuable, it may only be a matter of time.

OliverD · #**9385** Posted **Apr 11, 2018, 12:01 AM**

Would be a good spot for a 3-4 storey mixed use building.

Blue Blazer · #**9386** Posted **Apr 12, 2018, 12:15 PM**

Not really building related. But Fredericton is hosting a QMJHL hockey game the Moncton wildcats vs blainville-boisbriand armada. I bought some tickets late last night and there wasn't a lot of selection available.

trev71 · #**9387** Posted **Apr 12, 2018, 5:01 PM**

Just got some tickets as well. Excited
Too see a qmjhl game in freddy

Freddypop · #**9388** Posted **Apr 12, 2018, 7:43 PM**

Saw the Blainville team bus at the Delta this afternoon

Blue Blazer · #**9389** Posted **Apr 13, 2018, 4:10 PM**

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Originally Posted by Freddypop

Saw the Blainville team bus at the Delta this afternoon

Nice not to bad of a hotel, Actually exciting to have a Q game to go to tonight. This will be our last one for a very long time, with Moncton new downtown arena this will never happen again

MonctonRad · #**9390** Posted **Apr 13, 2018, 4:18 PM**

I hope the Cats put on a good show for you but be warned, Blainville is a superior hockey team making a serious run to win the Memorial Cup. The Wildcats this year are only average. They won the last game in Moncton only on the basis of sheer heart, guts and determination. They could do it again, but it could also be a blowout for Blainville.

Having said this - Go Cats Go!!

Freddypop · #**9391** Posted **Apr 15, 2018, 2:14 PM**

Does anyone have confirmation re the new Gahan House Restaurant and Brewery on Queen? Was sked to open on April 9.

Freddypop · #**9392** Posted **Apr 15, 2018, 7:10 PM**

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Originally Posted by Freddypop

Does anyone have confirmation re the new Gahan House Restaurant and Brewery on Queen? Was sked to open on April 9.

Answered my own question. Opened to the public yesterday

OliverD · #**9393** Posted **Apr 18, 2018, 1:10 PM**

Site work has started for the new Colpitts apartment building on Station Road.

KnoxfordGuy · #**9394** Posted **Apr 18, 2018, 2:55 PM**

There is also an apartment building going up on Priestman St. and one on Lian St.

Freddypop · #**9395** Posted **Apr 19, 2018, 1:40 AM**

Ignite Fredericton is designing a $30 million Cyber Security Park which will be an expansion of Knowledge Park

Blue Blazer · #**9396** Posted **Apr 20, 2018, 11:54 AM**

Eastlink is officially opening in Regent Mall this weekend. I heard on the radio saying they will pay up to 200$ on your contract to buy you out on your celluar plans

Dr.Devon · #**9397** Posted **Apr 20, 2018, 1:28 PM**

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Originally Posted by Freddypop

Ignite Fredericton is designing a $30 million Cyber Security Park which will be an expansion of Knowledge Park

Was there a news release on this? I hadn't seen anything...

Tridus · #**9398** Posted **Apr 20, 2018, 4:55 PM**

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Originally Posted by Blue Blazer

Eastlink is officially opening in Regent Mall this weekend. I heard on the radio saying they will pay up to 200$ on your contract to buy you out on your celluar plans

Yeah, they have a page here for it: https://www.eastlink.ca/wireless/switch.aspx

I saw a new cell tower is up on the Northside visible from the Ring Road around 2nc, that might be theirs. Their prices are very competitive.

Freddypop · #**9399** Posted **Apr 21, 2018, 4:56 PM**

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Originally Posted by Dr.Devon

Was there a news release on this? I hadn't seen anything...

Was listed in their yearly AGM literature that they hand out. They released the literature at that meeting last week.

See link for UNB land presumably where this will reside

http://www.fredericton.ca/sites/defa...ndaapr2018.pdf

starburns42 · #**9400** Posted **Apr 23, 2018, 12:31 AM**

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Originally Posted by Tridus

Yeah, they have a page here for it: https://www.eastlink.ca/wireless/switch.aspx

I saw a new cell tower is up on the Northside visible from the Ring Road around 2nc, that might be theirs. Their prices are very competitive.

Cheapest plan for 2 is $75 for 2 ($37.5 each) 500 mins / 1gb. Any promos in store?

Public Mobile is still cheaper. I'm using $8 50 mins / 50 texts + $30 1gb add-on (unused data will roll-over every month).