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The City of Saint John is a lively community, with a growing population and an increasingly multicultural mix and a dynamic, diverse business community. The in-city population is estimated at 74,000. The city offers endless attractions, and is the starting point for incredible trips into the spectacular Bay of Fundy, "One of the Marine Wonders of the World!" It all begins in Saint John, "The Fundy City".

In 1785, Saint John became the first incorporated City in Canada. And since then has grown to hold bustling downtown streets and many natural wonders along the Bay of Fundy. Saint John is a centre for adventure!

Driving Regulations In New Brunswick
A United States driver's license is valid for operating a motor vehicle in New Brunswick, as are those of most European nations. Unleaded and diesel gas are available throughout the province and are sold by the litre. There are 3.78 litres in one US gallon. Seat belts are mandatory for all drivers and passengers. Children under five years of age and under 18 kilograms (40 lbs.) must be in an approved child seat. Radar detectors are prohibited whether the device is in use and connected or not.

Speed Limits In New Brunswick

Area	Limit
Four Lane Highways	110 km/h (70 mph)
Provincial Highways	80 km/h (50mph)
Urban Districts	50 km/h (30 mph)

Drinking And Driving Laws In New Brunswick
The legal blood alcohol limit is 0.08. The province of New Brunswick has now introduced a comprehensive strategy against drinking and driving. Anyone with a breathalyzer reading more than the legal limit of 0.08mg alcohol may be charged under the Criminal Code of Canada. The police have the authority to suspend for 24 hours the driver's license of any driver found to have a blood alcohol concentration of 0.05mg or greater. Anyone charged could also be fined or placed in jail for a length of time determined by the offense.

Parking in Saint John
There is more than enough parking in Saint John, whether it be on-street, in parking lots or garages. There are 750 metered on-street parking spaces in the uptown area, 2,200 spaces located in 17 surface parking lots located throughout the uptown, and 1,400 spaces in two centrally located parking garages. Hourly/daily parking lots operate 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, holidays excluded. Cost is usually $1.00 per hour, to a maximum of $7.00 per day. Overnight parking is permitted, costing $2.00 plus any time after 7:00 a.m., to a maximum of $9.00 per day.

Helpful Telephone Numbers
Here are some telephone numbers that you may find useful during your trip in New Brunswick.