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Oromocto

New Brunswick, Canada · North America

About Oromocto

Oromocto sits on the route: 10 minutes from Maugerville.

Oromocto is a town located in New Brunswick, Canada. With a population of 8,805, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Oromocto sits in Canada, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Moncton time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Oromocto to your route.

About Oromocto

Oromocto is a Canadian town in Sunbury County, New Brunswick. The town is located on the west bank of the Saint John River at the mouth of the Oromocto River, approximately 20 kilometres (12 mi) southeast of Fredericton. The town's name is derived from the name of the Oromocto River; "oromocto" is thought to have

Read more originated from the Wolastoqey word welamukotuk which means "deep water". It appears on early maps as Ramouctou and La Rivière du Kamouctou (Freneuse seigneurial grant, 1684). It is the administrative headquarters of the Oromocto First Nation band government and the site of Canadian Forces Base Gagetown, which dominates its economy and modern history. On 1 January 2023, Oromocto annexed the local service district of the parish of Lincoln, excluding the Fredericton International Airport and a highway strip connecting it to the city. Revised census figures have not been released.

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Where is Oromocto located?

Oromocto is located in New Brunswick, Canada, North America. The coordinates are 45.8351 latitude, -66.4792 longitude.

What is the population of Oromocto?

Oromocto has a population of approximately 8,805 people, making it a town in Canada.

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Quick Information

Population
8,805
Continent
North America
Country
Canada
Region
New Brunswick
Timezone
America/Moncton
Coordinates
45.8351, -66.4792

Emergency & Services

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Police
911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
right

CAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Winter tyres mandatory in Quebec December–March.

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Nearby Destinations

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Skyline Acres

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