All About Moncton
Moncton lies in south-eastern New Brunswick, at the geographic centre of the Maritime Provinces. The city is located along the north bank of the Petitcodiac River at a point where the river bends acutely from a west–east to north–south flow.
The 2021 census population of Moncton is 157,717.
New Brunswick is one of Canada's three Maritime Provinces and is the only constitutionally bilingual province (English and French). Moncton has a sizeable Francophone Acadian minority population (35%) and became officially bilingual in 2002.
Moncton is the fastest-growing metropolitan area in the province and is among the top ten fastest growing urban areas in Canada. Its economy is principally based on the transportation, distribution, information technology, commercial, and retail sectors.
New Brunswick is the only official bilingual province of Canada.
New Brunswick has a blend of climates typical of a coastal area and of an inland province. January is generally the coldest month in New Brunswick and July is the warmest; however, influxes of moist Atlantic air produce mild spells in winter and periods of cool weather in summer. Summers are typically warm and comfortable, but not too hot. Along the Bay of Fundy coast, average daytime highs vary between 20 and 22°C in the summer, with higher temperatures as you move inland. Many pleasant but cooler days are experienced in spring and autumn.
Up to date weather forecast can be found online here.
Government
Moncton is governed by a Municipal Council which is made up of 10 councillors and 1 Mayor. The city is broken down into 4 wards. To find out your ward and councilor, please click here.
Emergency Services
Call 911 if you require fire, police, or an ambulance!
Tele-Care New Brunswick
Phone: 811 or visit: Website
Tele-care is a free, bilingual, confidential telephone service you can call to get health advice or general health information from a Registered Nurse 24 hours a day, 7 days per week, 365 days a year. This is a qualified health professional, who can assess your symptoms and help you decide your best first step. They can help you decide whether to care for yourself, make an appointment with your doctor, go to a clinic, contact a community service or go to a hospital emergency room.
Utility Providers
Things to See
and DO
Moncton City Council
Hospitals
and Clinics
History of Moncton
Transportation
Childcare
Shopping
The main commercial centres of Moncton are:
Champlain Place
477 Paul Street
Dieppe, NB
Phone: 506-855-6255
The Champlain Place mall offers over 150 stores and services.
Northwest Centre Plaza
1380 Mountain Road
Moncton, NB Phone: 506-858-1380
The oldest Shopping Area in the Uptown of Moncton (formerly Moncton Mall).
Trinity Drive Power Centre
Corner of Trinity drive and Wheeler Boulevard
Located on Trinity Drive this is the largest of the Shopping Areas in the Uptown, with Several large 'Big Box' Stores such as Costco, Staples, Furniture Center, and boutique stores such as, Mr. Big & Tall, and Reitman's, this center is also home to one of Metro Moncton's two movie theatres, Empire 8 Trinity Drive.
Marché Moncton Market Complex
120 Westmorland Street
Website: http://www.marchemonctonmarket.ca
The Marché Moncton Market, located in the heart of downtown, is a one-stop-shop for locally produced goods including fresh produce, home baking, ethnic cuisine, and local crafts.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Capitol Theatre
811 Main Street
Moncton, NB
Phone : 506-856-4379
The Capitol Theatre is an architectural jewel and one of only a few examples anywhere in Canada of pre-war theatres that have been authentically and historically restored and is, by itself, a piece of art worth visiting. The theatre routinely hosts the live stage productions of Theatre New Brunswick and the Atlantic Ballet Theatre of Canada, as well as a number of events throughout the year.
Escaouette Theatre
170 Botsford Street
Moncton, NB
Phone: 506-855-0001
The Théâtre l'Escaouette is a professional theatre company which was founded in 1978 by graduates of the Université de Moncton. In the past the company was primarily a touring operation, touring the Atlantic provinces and the rest of Canada. Recently the company has settled down in a newly converted Legion Hall in downtown Moncton. The company has produced an amazing 45 original plays over the years
Moncton Coliseum
377 Killam Drive
Moncton, NB
Phone: 506-857-4100
The Moncton Coliseum Complex is Atlantic Canada's top entertainment and trade show facility. Moncton attracts the best international shows, sporting events, concert performances and trade shows.
Magnetic Hill Zoo
Phone: 506-877-7718
A member of the Canadian Association of Zoos and Aquariums, the Magnetic Hill Zoo houses more than 400 animals, including over 100 indigenous and exotic species. Birds, mammals, insects, reptiles and fish find a comfortable and safe home in this 40-acre park
LIFESTYLE
Recreation
The Superior Propane Centre
55 Russ Howard Drive
Moncton, NB
The Superior Propane Centre offers 4 NHL-size hockey rinks, a fully licensed restaurant and bar. Outside facilities include 10 baseball/softball fields and 6 soccer fields.
Moncton Coliseum
377 Killam Drive
Website: www.monctoncoliseum.com
Moncton, NB
Phone: 506-857-4100
Special Events
Moncton Events Calendar
To find out what’s going on in Moncton, please visit the online Events Calendar
Public Library
Moncton Public Library644 Main Street
Moncton, NB E1C1E2
Phone: 506-869-6000
Hours of operation: Monday, Thursday, &Friday – 9am to 5pm
Tuesday & Wednesday – 10am to 9pm
