PERTH- NEWCOMERS GUIDE ANDOVER Table of Contents Welcome/ Overview …………………… 3 About Perth-Andover ………………….. .4 Our Weather ……………………………… 4 Air Access ………………………………… 5 Local Media ………………………………. 5 Living in Perth-Andover ………… …… .. 5 Housing/Real Estate ……….…………… 5 Property Taxes …………………………... 6 Heating ……………………………………. 6 Transportation …………………………… 7 Health Care ……………………………. .. 7 Municipal Services …………………….. 9 Education ………………………………. 10 Year-Round Recreation & Fitness …… 11 Special Events …………………………… 13 Culture ……………………………………. 13 Religious Places of Worship ……………14 Visiting Perth-Andover ………………… 15 Tourism …………………………………… 15 Great Attractions within 30 Mins…….. 15 Attractions & Historical Sites…………. 16 Restaurants……………………………… 16 Gas & Service Stations ………………… 17 Accommodations……………………… 17 Shopping …………………………………. 17 Working in Perth-Andover …………… 18 Immigrating to Perth-Andover……….. 18 New to Canada? ……………………….. 18 Politics ……………………………………. 20 Immigration Resources ……………….. 21 2 Welcome / Overview Welcome! In Perth-Andover you will find exquisite scenery in all four marvelous seasons, a variety of cultures, unlimited opportunities for fun & recreation, and friendly, resourceful people. Whether you need a service or product or are an entrepreneur, you will find our business community flexible, innovative, and service-oriented. In addition, our village, located right along the Trans- Canada Highway, is within a handy 30- minute drive to numerous other communities and opportunities, not to mention an international border just a 10 km away. We offer superb quality of life for all ages and we’re eager to share it with you. Enjoy this guide to our village. Be sure to stop by the village office (at the Andover end of the bridge) for more information if you have questions. Better yet, join us at a community festival/sports event/music practice/community supper. We’ll be friends before you know it! Marianne Bell Mayor Village of Perth-Andover www.perth-andover.com Perth Rec @PerthNB 3 About Perth-Andover quality of life in Perth-Andover is second to none! The lovely village of Perth-Andover is located on the Saint John River, 40km south of Grand Falls near the mouth of the Tobique River. Perth on the east side of the river and Andover on the west were amalgamated into one village in 1966 and have a population service area in excess of 6000 people. Nestled between the rolling hills of the upper river valley, this picturesque village is often referred to as the “Gateway to the Tobique.” Ten kilometers to the west of the municipality is the US border and to the south about 80km is Woodstock Our Weather and the entrance to the Interstate 95 The beautiful Saint John River which leading to the New England States. flows through Perth-Andover (sometimes Residents of Perth-Andover enjoy a leaving the village foggy) is the centre multitude of activities and attractions of the village. Perth-Andover has a semi- from shopping and culture to continental climate with a warm recreational facilities, activities, festivals, summer and cold winter. Snow depths and concerts. The Village takes pride in of 1+ cm are seen approximately 100 its scenic views and rich quality of life. days each year. Business owners in the community will testify to the advantages of doing business in Perth-Andover. Advantages Season Date Average include low property taxes, a newly Temperature ◦ expanded industrial park, low cost Spring March 21- 4 to 16 C June 21 power and an available work force. Summer June 21- 12 to 24◦C New businesses have the opportunity to September locate near the newly developed four- 21 lane Trans-Canada Highway. Fall September 6 to 12◦C 21- Perth-Andover has plenty to offer our December residents and visitors. From a unique 21 blending of numerous cultures creating Winter December -10◦c to -1◦C a multi-cultural community, a scenic 21-March waterfront, excellent recreational 21 facilities, a newly renovated tourist information center, to fantastic restaurants and friendly people, the 4 Air Access The Rock 101.9 FM Perth-Andover is located 190km from http://1019therock.com/ Fredericton International Airport, which Big Country 96.9 FM is served by Air Canada with direct, http://1019therock.com/ daily flights to Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa and Halifax. Seasonal flights are CBC Radio 1 103.3 also available. Perth-Andover is also http://www.cbc.ca/listen/live/radio1/fre located only 32km from Presque Isle, dericton Maine Regional Airport with daily scheduled service of 19 flights per week. Living in Perth-Andover Housing/Real Estate Temporary Housing You may require temporary housing following your arrival while searching for a permanent home. Refer to page 17 for a list of all local accommodations. Local Media If arriving in the summer, both Baird’s Campground and Spring Water Campground allow tents or campers. Newspapers: Renting an Apartment or House The Victoria Star Perth-Andover has a variety of real https://www.telegraphjournal.com/vict estate available for rent. It is common oria-star/ for a lease to be required, meaning you The Telegraph Journal are committing to rent for a specified https://www.telegraphjournal.com period of time. The Black Fly Gazette The Government of New Brunswick has http://blackflygazette.com/ a Rentalsman, a department whose mandate includes ensuring both residential landlords and tenants Radio: behave responsibly, and mediating disputes when they arise. You can find K93 93.1 FM information on their website: http://www.k93.ca/ http://www.snb.ca/irent Q 96.1 FM http://q961.com/ 5 To find houses and apartments for rent *http://www.realtor.ca available in Perth-Andover: Property Taxes * http://perth-andover.com/landlords The village of Perth-Andover has impressively low property tax rates, with * www.nbrent.canadaeast.com a rate of $1.23 per $100 assessment. *Classified section in local newspapers For tax assessment or payment related tax inquiries, please contact the *Facebook’s “Perth-Andover and area Province of New Brunswick- Service NB buy and swap” as well as “Victoria at: www.snb.ca or 1-888-762-8600. County Buy and Sell” Heating Homes in Perth-Andover are generally heated with electricity, oil or wood. Your real estate agent or landlord can assist you with setting up an account with of these heating providers. Major providers include: Buying a House Purchasing a house is a good investment, but the process takes some time. You may search on your own, or enlist the services of a real estate agent who can assist with the process. Where to search: Perth-Andover Electric Light * Classified section of the local Commission: 1 (506) 273-4959 newspapers NB Power: 1-800-663-6272 * Facebook’s “Perth-Andover and area buy and swap” as well as “Victoria Listed below is a table of comparing County Buy and Sell” Perth-Andover Light Commission rates with NB Power Rates *http://propertyguys.com/search/?k=Pe rth-Andover%2C+NB 6 Perth- NB Power Oil: Numerous companies sell home Andover heating oil and will deliver directly to Residential your home. Check the Yellow Pages or Service visit www.yellowpages.ca New $30.00 $85.93 Customer connection Wood: Wood for home heating is Service $18.02 $24.56 available from many local vendors. charge Energy Charge: Transportation First 1500 $0.1067 $0.1118 Intercity Bus: Maritime Bus Motorcoach kWh Balance $0.1038 $0.1118 Company allows users to travel kWh throughout the Maritimes. Visit General www.maritimebus.com or call 1-800-575- Service 1807 for rates and schedules. The bus Service $18.02 $23.36 stops at Squeaky’s Convenience Store Charge in Perth-Andover. Energy Charge: First 5000 $0.1301 $0.1345 Bicycle: Perth-Andover has paved kWh walking or biking trails throughout the Balance $0.0923 $0.0954 village. kWh Other Charges Dusk to $13.42 $14.13 Dawn 100 W Dusk to $21.11 $22.22 Dawn 200 W Wood Pole $4.36 $4.59 Heat Pump: The Village of Perth- Andover offers the convenience of mini- split rentals for your heating needs. A comfortable and affordable way to Health Care heat your home. Serving Grand Falls to People of Perth-Andover are proud of Woodstock area. Visit http://www.perth- the excellent health care that is andover.com/mini-split-rentals for more provided by staff at the Hotel Dieu of St. information or call the Village Office 1 Joseph Hospital. Short waiting times, (506) 273 4959 Ext. 1. various medical procedures and numerous outpatient services, are 7 provided in Perth-Andover by flexible 1 (506) 273-9525 and compassionate hospital staff. Two new family practice clinics and Dr. Peter G. B. Moore: 1 (506) 273-9529 pharmacies have recently been constructed and offer easy access and The province of New Brunswick a positive environment. maintains a list of New Brunswick patients without a family doctor. When a new family physician enters practice or a practicing physician can take on more patients, they consult this list. To be placed on this list call 1-866-554- 5959. Other strategies for finding a family doctor: * Family Physician practices are listed in the Yellow Pages under “physicians and surgeons.” Ask if they are accepting Family Doctors new patients or if they maintain a wait Perth-Andover has numerous family list. doctors practicing in our community. *Ask your friends or family members. Perth-Andover Medical Clinic: Dentists 31 Tribe Rd. Perth-Andover Perth-Andover currently has two dentists both operating at the C. Terrance Shaw Dr. Allison Thomas Kennedy: Professional Corporation office. They 1 (506) 273-9520 can be reached at 1 (506)273-6460. Dr. Andrew Kennedy: 1 (506) 273- 9548 Dr. Carter J. Kennedy: 1 (506) 273-9526 Dr. Larry R. Kennedy: 1 (506) 273-9522 Brookside Professional Centre: 14 Tribe Rd. Perth-Andover Dr. David W. Bell: 8 Optometrists Perth-Andover also currently has two eye doctors in the community.