New Brunswick Today — September 22, 2026
New Brunswick Today
New Brunswick is heading into the first full week of autumn with attention focused on the provincial economy, energy, jobs, public safety and the continuing impact of U.S. trade measures.
Economy and U.S. tariffs
The provincial government has announced additional measures to support New Brunswick businesses affected by new U.S. tariffs.
The province says approximately $115.1 million in New Brunswick exports are affected by the latest U.S. measures, representing about 0.7% of the province’s total exports in 2025.
Beginning October 1, the provincial government plans to prohibit the procurement of U.S. goods or services for significant provincial contracts valued at more than $5 million, where applicable Canadian or New Brunswick alternatives exist. The province is also encouraging public-sector organizations to look for Canadian and New Brunswick products.
Belledune energy project
The province is moving ahead with plans to convert the Belledune Generating Station from coal to sustainably sourced advanced wood pellets.
The approximately $65-million conversion is intended to allow the facility to continue operating beyond 2030 while reducing its greenhouse-gas emissions. The provincial government says the project could support about 713 full-time-equivalent jobs annually across the Canadian supply chain and generate approximately $85 million in annual GDP.
The project is particularly significant for northern New Brunswick because of its potential impact on forestry, trucking, rail and shipping.
Public safety
The New Brunswick RCMP reported 254 calls for service during the 24-hour period ending September 21.
Among the incidents reported were an impaired-driving investigation following a single-vehicle crash near Campbellton, an assault, a missing-person investigation in the Sussex area, a vehicle theft in the Western Valley and several other investigations.
These are RCMP-reported incidents and should not be interpreted as a complete picture of crime across the province.
Politics and public affairs
A current issue receiving attention is the future of French-language court services in New Brunswick. Global News reports that Canada’s Commissioner of Official Languages intends to intervene in a court case concerning the closure of courthouses serving francophone communities.
The issue highlights the continuing importance of language rights and access to justice in the province.
Jobs and industry
New Brunswick’s forestry and manufacturing sectors remain under pressure. Recent provincial coverage includes a temporary shutdown at the Nackawic pulp mill and layoffs at another New Brunswick mill.
The developments come as the province deals with changing international trade conditions and ongoing questions about the future of traditional industries.
Fredericton
Fredericton continues to receive attention for its municipal services and quality of life. One recent report noted that Fredericton’s tap water was recognized in a North American taste-testing competition.
Moncton
Moncton remains one of the province’s major growth centres, with housing, public safety and infrastructure continuing to be important issues.
Recent provincial initiatives include supportive housing and additional affordable housing projects in the city.
Saint John
Saint John continues to see investment in housing and community infrastructure. The provincial government previously announced that 12 affordable housing units at the House of Merritt were expected to open this fall.
The city is also entering one of its busiest autumn periods for community, cultural and entertainment activities.
Weather
For Saint John, Environment and Climate Change Canada is forecasting a mainly sunny day today with a high near 17°C. The forecast calls for clear conditions tonight with a low around 5°C, followed by sunny weather Wednesday and Thursday. A chance of showers returns toward the weekend.
Autumn arrives
Autumn officially arrives this week, and New Brunswick’s fall tourism season is getting underway. Festivals, harvest events, farmers’ markets and outdoor activities continue across the province through September and October.
For residents and visitors, this is the beginning of the province’s familiar transition from warm summer days to cooler nights and changing leaves.
What to watch today
New Brunswick’s key stories:
- U.S. tariffs and their effect on provincial businesses
- The Belledune generating-station conversion
- Forestry and mill employment
- French-language court services
- Public safety across the province
- Affordable housing in Saint John and Moncton
- The arrival of the autumn season
Sources
Government of New Brunswick — Tariff response
Government of New Brunswick — Belledune project
Environment and Climate Change Canada — Saint John forecast
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