Population
District of Tobique Valley: 2740.
People
The District of Tobique Valley is home to some of the friendliest people and finest volunteers you will ever meet. Down home hospitality is at a premium. While English is the primary language spoken, services are also available in French.
Timezone
The District of Tobique Valley is located in the Atlantic Standard Time zone, which is one hour later then the Eastern Standard Time. Plaster Rock also participates in daylight saving time.
Climate
Generally moderate, the climate varies from mild to hot in the summer and in winter from moderate to very cold. Average summer rain fall is 85mm (3.3″) per month. Average summer temperature is 23°C (73°F). Average winter temperature is -5°C (23°F).
Currency Exchange
Visitors from outside Canada can exchange their currency for Canadian currency at local banks. Exchange rates are available at most local retailers.
Tax
The Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) of 15% applies to most goods and services.
Industry / Major Employers
The forest and agriculture industries are the largest employers in the area. Acadian Timber and the Plaster Rock Lumber Corporation are the largest companies. Many supporting industries, such as trucking, equipment and labor, are provided by local contractors. Potato farming is the largest sector in the agriculture industry. Other areas include grain, dairy and livestock. The Federal, Provincial and Municipal governments all have a presence as well.
Churches
Baptist Church
Catholic Church
Free Will Baptist Church
Pentecostal Church – Family Worship Center
United Church
Schools
Plaster Rock is home to DFMS, TVMHS within the NB Dept. of Education (public schools). A Private Christian School called TLA is also located in the District of Tobique Valley.