New Brunswick

New Brunswick is a province on the Atlantic coast in eastern Canada. The territory stretches across large forests, is crossed by many rivers, and has coastline along the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of St. Lawrence.

The territory joined Canada in 1867 as one of the four founding provinces and grew into a center for maritime trade and forestry. This economic focus shaped settlement patterns along the coast and inland over the following decades.

French and English are spoken side by side in daily life, so travelers hear both languages in shops, cafés, and on street signs across many communities. This linguistic mix reflects the Acadian and British roots that continue to shape local customs, festivals, and the rhythm of everyday exchanges.

The Bay of Fundy tides are easiest to watch in summer, when the water rises and falls twice each day. Travelers can follow the shift at several beaches and harbors, where the change becomes especially visible.

Mount Carleton rises to 817 meters (2,680 feet) and stands as the highest point among all Atlantic provinces. Hikers can climb through forest and rocky terrain to reach the summit and see the surrounding valleys spread out below.

Location: Canada

Inception: July 1, 1867

Capital city: Fredericton

Reference: NB

Part of: Maritimes

Shares border with: Maine, Quebec, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island

Website: https://gnb.ca

GPS coordinates: 46.60000,-66.00000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:51