About Moncton

Located in the heart of Maritime Canada, Moncton is easily accessible via highway, train, or air. Situated along the famous Tidal Bore Petitcodiac River, just minutes away from Canada’s warmest saltwater beaches, our city offers a perfect blend of waterside charm and urban energy.

About Moncton

Moncton facts

  • Moncton is one of the fastest-growing cities in Canada, combining the energy of a bustling urban centre with the warmth of Maritime hospitality. For the latest details on our growth, visit Moncton Impact.
  • With 1.3 million people within a 2.5-hour drive, Moncton is the natural meeting point for Atlantic Canada.
  • We’re proud to be Canada’s first officially bilingual city at the heart of the country’s only bilingual province. 
  • The Greater Moncton Roméo LeBlanc International Airport is a 10-minute drive from the downtown core. Daily direct connections to major Canadian hubs include Toronto, Montreal, and Ottawa, served by Canada's leading carriers. 
  • With thousands of hotel rooms ranging from international brands to boutique stays, we can accommodate any delegate count for competitive rates.
  • From hosting the world’s biggest rock bands to a FIFA Women’s World Cup, Moncton has proven, big-stage DNA. 
  • Moncton’s Atlantic Ballet Theatre of Canada is the only professional ballet company in Atlantic Canada.
  • Moncton is home to Magnetic Hill, a unique phenomenon where cars seemingly roll uphill.