Edmundston

城市概覽

The city of Edmundston is roughly 95% francophone, the highest proportion in New Brunswick. Unlike the rest of the Maritimes, the majority of Francophones in Edmundston aren't descended from the Acadians but rather from French-Canadians that came up from Lower Canada (modern day Quebec), and are commonly known as Brayons. Some of the Brayons think of themselves as neither Acadian nor Québécois and their accent (l'accent brayon) is fairly distinct from the Québécois and Acadian accents. However others embrace Acadian roots, and it is not uncommon to see the Acadian flag flown. Edmundston's economy is focused on the Saint John River paper industry. The river has provided water power for the mills and was the route of log drives bringing pulpwood from upstream forests. Forestry is one of the city's major industries, with several sawmills and paper plants in the vicinity, the largest being the Twin Rivers pulp mill. The town's economy is highly dependent upon cross-border trade. Edmundston and the smaller American city of Madawaska are considered by residents to be one community. An illuminated sign and plastics manufacture owned by Pattison Sign is also important to the city's economy. IPL, a company that manufactures plastic eating utensils, has a facility in Edmundston. The city is the site of the regional hospital for the area. There is a campus of the French-language University of Moncton in Edmundston. The New Brunswick Community college system has a campus in Edmundston.

如何抵達

By plane 1 Edmundston Airport (CYES ICAO), 30 Chemin de l'aéroport, ☏ +1 506-735-5222. Located 17 km (11 mi) north west of the city, and its runway straddles the border with Quebec. It does not have any regular flights. (updated Nov 2024) The closest major airport is Northern Maine Regional Airport at Presque Isle (PQI IATA), Maine, 103 km from Edmundston. The nearest major airport in Canada is Mont-Joli Airport (YYY IATA). This airport has domestic flights and is about 138 km from Edmundston.

By car Edmundston is on the highway Route 2 (the Trans-Canada Highway) between Fredericton and the border with Quebec, where the highway is re-named Autoroute 85. It is across the river from and has an international border crossing with Madawaska, Maine. Route 2 is part of the Trans-Canada Highway between New Brunswick's border with Québec and New Brunswick's border with Nova Scotia. At the Québec border (15 km northwest), the highway transitions into Autoroute 85.

2 Madawaska–Edmundston Border Crossing (Edmundston–Madawaska Bridge), Rue de l'Église. 24 hours. The new 6-span international bridge is now fully open to all traffic, including heavy commercial vehicles (weight restrictions were lifted in late 2024). The bridge features wider lanes, shoulders, and a dedicated, raised sidewalk for pedestrians and cyclists. On the Maine side, you will arrive at the newly constructed U.S. Land Port of Entry. (updated Mar 2026)

By bus Maritime Bus, toll-free: +1-800-575-1807, [email protected]. Operates an intercity bus service between destinations in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island. (updated Apr 2022) Operates a bus route from Moncton including stops in Grand Falls, Perth-Andover, Florenceville, Woodstock, Fredericton, and Fredericton Airport. Travel time to Edmundston from Moncton is 5.5 hours and from Fredericton is 3.5 hours. Travel to Edmundston from the following destinations involving same day transfers is as follows: From Saint John (4 hours)

當地交通

Taxi Camille, 145, rue Victoria, ☏ +1 506-739-8480. (updated Apr 2017)

必看景點

1 Madawaska Historical Museum, 195 boulevard Hébert, ☏ +1 506-737-5282, [email protected]. M-F 10AM-3PM, W Th evenings 7-10PM, Su 1-5PM. The museum presents themed exhibitions and the Colline Art Gallery. The museum consists of two exhibition rooms; the Heritage room presents theme exhibitions all year round. The Galerie Colline is a centre for contemporary art. The museum also has a permanent antique collection. Adult $5; teenager $3; children free. (updated Apr 2017) 2 New Brunswick Botanical Garden (Jardin Botanique du Nouveau-Brunswick), 15 Main St, ☏ +1 506 737-4444, [email protected]. May-Jun and Sep: 9AM-5PM daily; Jul-Aug: 9AM-8PM daily. A number of themed gardens including annuals, perennials, rhododendrons, an alpine garden and a rose garden. Adults $14, seniors 65+ and students $12, children 5-17 $7, children under 5 free, families (2 adults plus 2 children) $30.. (updated Apr 2017)

3 The Cathedral of Immaculate Conception, 175 Église Street, ☏ +1 506-737-8950. Built in 1925-27. It is the Episcopal Seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Edmundston. The exterior is a blend of Gothic and Romanesque styles. The interior is decorated with 21 types of stone and marble from Europe, Africa and North America. (updated Nov 2024) 4 Petit-Sault Blockhouse, 14 avenue Saint-Jean, ☏ +1 506-735-5282. End of June to Labour Day: Tu-Su 11AM-7PM. Reconstruction of a blockhouse that was built during the Aroostook Bloodless War. Built in 1841 at the height of the boundary dispute between the United States and Great Britain, this small fort was part of a defensive line that extended as far as Quebec. Destroyed by lightning in 1855, it was rebuilt in 2000, in accordance with the original specifications Students and seniors $2, adults $3.50, family $7. (updated Apr 2017)

體驗活動

1 Mont Farlagne, 360 Ch Mont Farlagne, ☏ +1 506 739-7669. Skiing, tubing, snowshoeing, fat biking. Lift tickets $16-35. (updated Apr 2019) 2 De La Republique Provincial Park, 31 Isidore-Boucher Blvd., Saint-Jacques (accessible from Route 2), ☏ +1 506 735-2525, toll-free: +1-800-561-0123. The park features scenic hiking and cycling trails, 2 volleyball courts, a fully equipped outdoor playground, 2 tennis courts, horseshoe pits, boat ramp, picnic sites and shelter, a playroom for indoor activities and a heated swimming pool. Enjoy an evening of local talent as you tap your feet to the sounds of l'Acadie des Terres et Forêts en Fête, a lively show celebrating Acadian history though song, dance and theatre. The show is presented in a roofed outdoor amphitheatre on park grounds. Also on site are a boutique, poolside terrace and convenience store. (updated Apr 2019)

購物

There are the usual big box stores in this town.

住宿

De La Republique Provincial Park Camping, 31 Isidore-Boucher Blvd., Saint-Jacques (accessible from Route 2), ☏ +1 506 735-2525, toll-free: +1-800-561-0123. The campground has over 150 campsites, 100 of which have electricity. Rustic shelters are also available for those looking for a camping alternative. Laundry facilities are available on site. Also on site are a boutique, poolside terrace and convenience store. $28-36/site. (updated Apr 2019) 1 Comfort Inn Edmundston, 5 Avenue Bateman, ☏ +1 506-739-8361, [email protected]. Free breakfast and Wi-Fi. An exercise room and a business centre are available on site. A non-smoking environment. A 5-minute drive from City Hall Square, while Fraser Marina