About Woodstock
The Town of Woodstock is located in western New Brunswick, approximately 100 km west of Fredericton, 300 km west of the Nova Scotia border, 200 km east of the Quebec border, and just 25 km from the Maine, USA border.  Woodstock is beautifully situated at the meeting point of the Meduxnekeag River and the Wolastoq (St. John River) and is easily accessible from the Trans-Canada Highway (Exits 184–194) and Interstate 95 (Exit 12). Woodstock holds a special place in provincial history as New Brunswick’s first incorporated town, established on May 1, 1856.

Municipal Services & Information
This section of the website provides important information for residents, including garbage and recycling collection, local services, public works, and much more.If you require additional information or feel something important should be added, contact the Town Office during regular business hours.
Town of Woodstock
Phone: (506) 325-4600
Location Address: 244 Connell Street, Woodstock, NB, E7M 1M4
Email: townhall@woodstocknb.ca

Time Zone
Woodstock is located in the Atlantic Time Zone, one hour ahead of Eastern Standard Time, and observes Daylight Saving Time.

Climate
Woodstock sits approximately 39 metres above sea level and has a cold, temperate climate. The area experiences consistent precipitation throughout the year. According to the Köppen-Geiger climate classification, Woodstock has a Dfb climate.
-Average annual temperature: 5.2°C (41.4°F)
-Average annual precipitation: 1,171 mm (46.1 inches)

Currency Exchange
Visitors can exchange foreign currency for Canadian dollars at local banks. Current exchange rates are also available at most local retailers.

Tax
A 15% Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) applies to most goods and services.

Local Media
Newspapers
The Telegraph-Journal
The River Valley Sun

Radio
104.1 The Wave-Woodstock

Industry & Major Employers
The forest and agriculture industries are the backbone of the local economy. These industries are supported by a strong network of trucking, equipment, and skilled labour contractors.  Potato farming is the largest agricultural sector, alongside grain, dairy, and livestock production. The Federal, Provincial, and Municipal governments also provide significant employment in the area.

Health Care
Residents are served by the Upper River Valley Hospital, located at Exit 172 in Hartland, just a short drive from Woodstock.

Education
Woodstock is part of the Anglophone West School District in the Province of New Brunswick, providing educational services to students from kindergarten through high school.