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Fredericton
Also known as Fredericton, New Brunswick, Fredericton, NB
Fredericton (; ) is the capital city of the Canadian province of New Brunswick. The city is situated in the west-central portion of the province along the Saint John River, also known by its Indigenous name of Wolastoq, which flows west to east as it bisects the city. The river is the dominant natural feature of the area. One of the main urban centres in New Brunswick, as of 2026, according to the city's update on building development, it has a population of approximately 79,000 with the metropolitan population in 2025 estimated at 125,303. It is the third-largest city in the province, after M
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Fredericton is the capital city of the Canadian province of New Brunswick, located along the Saint John River in the west-central part of the province. With a population of approximately 79,000, it serves as one of the main urban centers in New Brunswick and plays an important role as the seat of provincial government.
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Place details
- Locality
- Fredericton
- Region
- New Brunswick / Nouveau-Brunswick
- Country
- Canada
- Population
- 63,116
Travel guide
Understand
The population of Fredericton proper was 63,116 in 2021, with a metropolitan area population of 109,000.
Fredericton is along the banks of the Saint John River, which flows in a west-east direction and splits the city in two parts, which the locals call the "North Side" and "South Side". The majority of hotels and tourist destinations are on the South Side, while you can find some hidden gem restaurants in the North Side. The City of Fredericton comprises Fredericton proper, and the boroughs of Silverwood, Nashwaaksis, Devon, Barker's Point and Marysville, which were incorporated into the city in 1973.
The city is in the west-central portion of the province and, along with Moncton and Saint John, is one of the main urban centres in New Brunswick. The St. John River, about 600 m wide, provides the dominant natural feature for the municipality.
As the capital city of New Brunswick, Fredericton benefits from the presence of the Provincial Legislature, and many organizations operating at a provincial level. Although New Brunswick is officially bilingual, a rule which also applies to City services, the vast majority of Fredericton residents are Anglophone (native English speakers), and the availability of services in French varies considerably outside the main tourist attractions.
See
thumb|240px|Fredericton City Hall, a National Historic Site of Canada
thumb|right|260px|Legislative Building thumb|right|220px|Christ Church Cathedral
Eat
Most major fast food chains can be found on Prospect Street on the south side and Main Street on the north side.
Stay safe
Bike theft has been rising in the region, be careful if you are going around the city in a bike.
Also vehicle theft continue to rise in Fredericton.
Go next
Woodstock – About an hour by car to the north-west. Miramichi – To the north-east. Moncton – To the south-east. Edmundston – To the north-west. Quebec – To the north-west. St. Andrews – To the south-west. United States – To the south-west. Saint John – Due south. Marysville – A historic mill town.
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25 sectionsContents
- History
- Geography
- Climate
- Demographics
- Ethnicity
- Language
- Religion
- Economy
- Downtown Fredericton
- Arts and culture
- Architecture
- Museums and historic buildings
- Sports
- Parks and recreation
- Trail system
- Government
- Emergency services and police
- Education and research
- Transportation
- Gallery
- Notes
- References
- Further reading
- See also
- External links
Fredericton (; ) is the capital city of the Canadian province of New Brunswick. The city is situated in the west-central portion of the province along the Saint John River, also known by its Indigenous name of Wolastoq, which flows west to east as it bisects the city. The river is the dominant natural feature of the area. One of the main urban centres in New Brunswick, as of 2026, according to the city's update on building development, it has a population of approximately 79,000 with the metropolitan population in 2025 estimated at 125,303. It is the third-largest city in the province, after Moncton and Saint John.
An important cultural, artistic, and educational centre for the province, Fredericton is home to two universities, The University of New Brunswick and St. Thomas University, as well as the New Brunswick College of Craft and Design, New Brunswick Community College and cultural institutions such as the Beaverbrook Art Gallery, the Fredericton Region Museum, and The Playhouse, a performing arts venue. The city hosts the annual Harvest Jazz & Blues Festival, attracting regional and international jazz, blues, rock, and world artists. The city also hosts the Garrison Night Market during the summer months which showcases many local vendors, artists, and musicians. Fredericton is also an important and vibrant centre for the region's top visual artists with artists such as Goodridge Roberts, and Molly and Bruno Bobak having lived and worked here.
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