Jennifer Russell urges New Brunswickers to follow rules during holidays CBC News New Brunswick3 months ago 2:51The province’s chief medical officer says she worries gatherings and non-essential travel could lead to a rise in cases of COVID-19.2:51 This season, fewer large family gatherings and more smaller gatherings are likely, which may mean more turkeys are needed. "We know that gatherings are a risk and we want those risks to be kept to a minimum," said Russell. Stores like Miramichi Meat Ltd. and Mary's Supermarket in Fredericton have seen a jump in sales. "We're selling more turkeys than we did last year," said Al Olsen of Olsen's Meat and Produce in Saint John, estimating an increase of about 35 per cent.