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Episode 7 of 7

August 6, 2010

Dalhousie , New Brunswick

When the port of Dalhousie gets funding for a major upgrade, Mayor Clem spots signs of renewal on the economic horizon.

 
August 06
 

Clem gets fresh

Dalhousie joins with nearby towns to set up a farmers market - a concept as old as farming itself that's enjoying a continent-wide resurg...

 

Episode 6 of 7

 

Seeds of renewal

When Mayor Clem calls a public meeting on the future of an abandoned industrial site, the citizens of Dalhousie get creative.

 

Episode 5 of 7

 

Rooting for the home team

When some former mill-workers launch their own businesses, Mayor Clem welcomes their efforts to bolster the local economy.

 

Episode 4 of 7

 
 

Clem's counsellors

Mayor Clem gets informal but vital guidance from the "coffee boys" - local retirees who gather regularly for hot drinks and a chin wag.

 

Episode 3 of 7

 

Maintaining Main Street

As Jimmy Abud's family store celebrates a milestone, Mayor Clem tips his hat to one of Dalhousie's historic businesses.

 

Episode 2 of 7

 

Team Captain

Another plant closure. Another blow to the local economy. Drawing strength from his hockey experience, Mayor Tremblay rallies his forces ...

 

Episode 1 of 7

 
 
 
   

Mayor Clem

Dalhousie may have lost a lot – but it has a mayor committed to turning things around.

 

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    Clem   Clem  

    Clem Tremblay loves a challenge - and now he’s got one. The former hockey pro and retired civil servant is leading the effort to revitalize his recession-battered hometown.

     
 

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