New Brunswick is one of Canada’s three maritime provinces, and the only officially bilingual province in the country (recognising both English and French). Located on the Canada’s east coast, the province is often noted for its natural beauty, and rich culture.
Like many other provinces in Canada, New Brunswick experiences four seasons throughout the year—however summers tend to be cooler and winters less harsh due the proximity to the Atlantic Ocean. Most people immigrating or visiting New Brunswick will travel to one of the province’s three biggest cities: Saint John (the largest city), Fredericton (the province’s capital), and Moncton.
Housing
Owing to the low population of New Brunswick, most inhabitants opt to reside in the three larger cities of the province. These cities are renowned for their cost-effective rent and purchase prices, establishing New Brunswick as one of the most budget-friendly real estate markets across Canada.
Commuting
New Brunswick offers various transportation options due to the varied landscapes within the province (especially between its three major cities).
Employment
There are many employment opportunities in New Brunswick, particularly in the Electric Power Transmission, Gasoline and Petroleum, and Commercial Banking sectors—the top three industries by revenue in the province. However, New Brunswick’s annual unemployment rate oscillates between 6-9%, which is above the country’s average.
Education
In New Brunswick, the responsibility lies with the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development to manage the education system, which is spread out over seven school districts. These districts primarily differentiate based on whether they provide English or French curriculum. Both public and private schools exist within these districts.
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Taxation
New Brunswick is recognised for some of Canada’s most attractive income tax rates in Canada. Tax rates, like in the rest of the country, are income-dependent and range from 9.4% to 20.3%. The amalgamated provincial and federal tax rate lies between 24.4% and 53.3%.
Newcomer Services
Like all other provinces and territories in Canada, New Brunswick provides settlement services for newcomers who immigrate there.
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