New
Brunswick
Chrycel's Notes
-When did it join Canada? 1873
-What is its capital? Fredericton
-What is its provincial flower? Purple violet
-What is the provincial bird? Black- capped chickadee
-Draw the provincial flag.
Other provincial symbols
-Balsam Fir (tree)
-New Brunswick Tartan
Other Interesting Facts
-Is called "Picture Province’’
-Has a population of 738, 133 (1996 census)
-Industry is 23%
-Has agriculture of 4%
-Has services of 73%
-Agriculture are milk, potatoes, chickens, beef cattle, hogs
-Coastline is 1,410 mi. (2,269 km. )
-One of the Atlantic Provinces of Canada
-Has some moderately rich farmland along the St. John River
-Provincial flower is also called Floral Emblem
-The official languages are English and French
-Has five regional library system
-The oldest museum is located at Saint John
-Fredericton is located on the St. John River
-Deposits copper, lead, silver and zinc are found here
-Was named after a British royal family member