Canada's Picture Province
New Brunswick is the gateway to four Atlantic provinces: New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland. In the North it is linked to Quebec and in the South it is linked to the United States. New Brunswick was named by King George III in honour of his German dominions, the Duchy of Brunswick-Lunenberg. Previous names: it was part of Acadia from 1534-1713, and part of Nova Scotia from 1713-1784. Flag The top third displays a golden lion on a red background; the bottom two-thirds, an ancient oared galley riding on waves. The flag was proclaimed on February 24, 1963.
Coat of Arms The central area of the shield is similar to the provincial flag and is supported on either side by a white-tailed deer with antlers and a collar of Maliseet wampum from which hang smaller shields, bearing on the left the Union Jack and on the right three golden fleur-de-lys on a blue background. The central shield rests on a grassy mound from which purple violets and fiddleheads grow. Beneath this is the provincial motto on a scroll. Above the central shield is a helm with a wreath, supporting a coronet with four maple leaves and on top, an Atlantic salmon holding on its back a royal crown. 
Motto Spem Reduxit Hope was restored. Emblems
Entered into Confederation July 1, 1867; one of the four original provinces Official Languages English and French. The Official Languages Act of 1969 proclaimed the equality of English and French in the government, making New Brunswick the ONLY officially bilingual province in Canada. Capital City Fredericton, situated on the Saint John River. Area 73,440 square kilometres Population According to 2001 census, 729,498. Unit of Currency Canadian dollar. Visitng requirements Passports/Visas are not required to enter into New Brunswick but proof of citizenship/residency may be requested. Acadians Acadians are the first Europeans to successfully establish themselves in the Maritime Provinces. Although most have settled in the Maritimes, many have also settled in Quebec and Louisiana (Cajuns). There is estimated to be at least one million Acadians in North America. Liquor The legal drinking age in licensed premises is 19 years. Bottled liquor is sold in government stores. Police Officers of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) patrol New Brunswick's highways and are responsible for other provincial police duties. Most communities have their own municipal forces. Hospitals Hospitals are marked by a white 'H' on a green background on road signs. To find your nearest hospital, check the local telephone directory. Bicycles Certified bicycle helmets are required by law, when operating a bicycle in new Brunswick. Time Atlantic Standard Time Sales Tax The Harmonized Sales tax (HST) is applied at a single rate of 15% to a goods and services. Visitors to New Brunswick may be able to receive a 15% tax rebate on eligible sales receipts submitted for accommodations and most tangible goods exported from Canada. Highways and Byways Speed limits are posted in kilometres and permit a maximum of 110km on provincial highways and 50km in urban districts unless otherwise indicated. Seat belts are mandatory for drivers and passengers. Children under 5 years of age and under 40 pounds must be in an infant carrier or approved child restraint.
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