Is New Brunswick bilingual?

Yes, New Brunswick is Canada's only officially bilingual province. About a third of residents speak French as their first language, concentrated in the north and east. This makes it ideal for bilingual business operations.

What timezone is New Brunswick?

New Brunswick operates on Atlantic Time (AT), one hour ahead of Eastern Time and aligned with Nova Scotia and PEI.

Can I get a Moncton phone number?

Yes, Phone2 offers numbers with the 506 area code covering Moncton and all of New Brunswick. Moncton is a hub for bilingual call centers and back-office operations.

Why is Moncton popular for call centers?

Moncton offers a bilingual English/French workforce at lower costs than Quebec or Ontario. This makes it attractive for companies needing Canadian customer service in both official languages.

New Brunswick Phone Numbers

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Canada's only officially bilingual province, New Brunswick bridges English and French Canada. The 506 area code serves the entire province, from Saint John's port to Moncton's bilingual business hub. Phone2 helps you establish presence in this strategic Maritime market.

Capital

Fredericton

Largest City

Saint John

Population

820,000

Timezone

Atlantic Time (AT)

Country

Canada

Area Codes (1)

506

Last updated: July 18, 2026 at 1:08 AM UTC

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Business in New Brunswick

New Brunswick offers bilingual workforce, lower costs than major cities, and strategic location between Quebec and Nova Scotia. Moncton has become a call center and back-office hub, while Saint John hosts Irving's industrial empire. The province actively courts remote workers and tech companies.

Why Choose Phone2 for New Brunswick?

A 506 number signals New Brunswick presence, valuable for bilingual operations, back-office services, and businesses serving the Maritime market. Phone2's local numbers help you connect with this cost-effective, bilingual province.

Key Industries in New Brunswick

Call Centers & BPO

Moncton is a major call center hub thanks to bilingual workforce and lower costs. Companies needing French/English customer service use 506 numbers for regional operations.

Energy & Industrial

Irving Oil, headquartered in Saint John, dominates the regional energy sector. Refineries, forestry, and manufacturing support the industrial economy.

Technology & IT Services

New Brunswick has growing IT and game development sectors. Lower costs and quality of life attract remote workers and tech companies from larger cities.

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Neighboring Provinces

Quebec Nova Scotia Prince Edward Island Maine

Frequently Asked Questions about New Brunswick

New Brunswick uses 506 as its only area code. This covers the entire province including Moncton, Saint John, Fredericton, and all other communities.

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