John Transit News Today

For many, Victoria Day doubles as the unofficial beginning of the summer season. For those looking to be out and about on the long weekend, here’s a breakdown of what’s open and closed on Monday in New Brunswick.

An extra long weekend might be a break for some, but it also means plenty of closures. To ensure you aren’t left without chocolate on Easter morning, check out this list detailing service and retail closures.

Most retailers in New Brunswick will be closed on Monday for the Family Day holiday. Schools, universities and colleges will also be closed.

A pedestrian is dead after a collision with a transit bus in Saint John, N.B., on Tuesday night.

A pedestrian is dead after an “incident” with a transit bus in Saint John, N.B., on Tuesday night.

Saint John Transit cash fares increased for the first time in over a decade from $2.75 to $3. Director of Transit says the increase aims to bridge a gap between revenue and operating costs.

It will soon be 2024 and, as always, the new year will begin with some holiday closures. 

Most services are closed over Christmas and Boxing Day

Saint John councillors got a closer look Monday at the $187 million city budget proposed for 2024, and they generally liked what they saw.

Remembrance Day falls on a Saturday this year and most retail and grocery options will close for the holiday. Municipal services and schools will mainly observe the holiday on Monday, Nov. 13, with certain exceptions.