Information Center
Local businesses and essential services in Fredericton, Oromocto & Woodstock — all in one place.
⚠ Disclaimer
The Information Center is provided as a free community service by the Association of Indo-Canadians of Fredericton (AIC) for informational purposes only. Listings are submitted by community members or compiled from publicly available sources and reviewed on a best-effort basis before publication. AIC does not own, operate, endorse, warrant, or guarantee the accuracy, quality, licensing, or legitimacy of any business, service, or individual listed here, and is not responsible for any transaction, interaction, dispute, loss, or damage arising from your use of, or reliance on, this information. Contact details may change without notice — please verify directly with the business or agency before relying on any listing. Use of this directory is entirely at your own risk. Inclusion of a listing does not constitute a recommendation or partnership with AIC. AIC reserves the right to edit, decline, or remove any listing at its sole discretion at any time, without notice or liability.
Newcomer Resources
Settlement support, healthcare, government ID, schools, transit, and emergency contacts — the essentials for getting set up in Fredericton.
Settlement Services
YMCA Newcomer Connections
Free settlement support: English language help, information sessions, employment support, and community connections for newcomers.
Multicultural Association of Fredericton (MCAF)
Resettlement assistance, language instruction, employment programs, and community networking for newcomers and immigrants.
211 New Brunswick
Free, confidential helpline connecting you to community, social, and government services in 170+ languages. Available 24/7.
Healthcare
NB Medicare Card — How to Apply
Newcomers from outside Canada may be covered from their first day in NB (no waiting period), but processing typically takes 10–12 weeks — apply as soon as possible. Those moving from another Canadian province face a 3-month wait.
Learn more →Tele-Care 811
Free, bilingual, confidential health advice line staffed by registered nurses, available 24/7 for non-emergency health questions.
NB Addiction and Mental Health Helpline
Confidential, bilingual, 24/7 mental health and addictions support line with crisis intervention and referrals.
Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital
Fredericton's main hospital — emergency department, inpatient services, and outpatient clinics.
Government ID & Documents
Social Insurance Number (SIN)
Required to work in Canada or access government programs. Free to apply — online, by mail, or in person at a Service Canada Centre. Same-day in person if documents are in order.
Learn more →NB Driver's Licence for New Residents
New residents from a country with a reciprocal agreement (e.g. UK, Germany, Japan, South Korea) can exchange their licence directly. Others must complete a written and road test. Bring your current licence plus two documents proving your NB address.
Schools & Education
Anglophone West School District — Newcomer Support Centre
Children born outside Canada, or who speak a language other than English at home, register here (not directly at their local school). Book an appointment; bring immunization records and proof of date of birth.
Transportation
Fredericton Transit
City bus service — 11 routes (7 more on Sundays). $3.00 cash/debit/credit per ride; monthly passes available via the HotSpot app. Kings Place is the main downtown hub.
Learn more →Emergency & Safety
Fredericton Police — Non-Emergency
For non-urgent police matters, reports, or general inquiries.
Learn more →Women in Transition House (24/7 Crisis Line)
Emergency shelter and crisis support for women and children experiencing domestic violence.
Learn more →Fredericton Emergency Shelter
General emergency shelter services.
Add Your Business to the Directory
Submit your details below. New listings are not published automatically — a community representative will review your submission and approve it before it appears publicly. This usually takes a few days.