New Brunswick began formal birth registration in 1888, but earlier records were maintained by churches, particularly Catholic, Anglican, and Presbyterian parishes. As one of Canada’s oldest provinces, New Brunswick has a rich genealogical history influenced by Acadian, British, Scottish, and Irish settlers. The province was a key destination for Loyalists fleeing the American Revolution in the late 18th century, shaping its population. It also has a significant Indigenous presence, particularly the Mi'kmaq and Wolastoqiyik (Maliseet) peoples. The Provincial Archives of New Brunswick holds extensive historical records, while modern birth records are managed by Vital Statistics New Brunswick with a 100-year privacy restriction.
Birth, Marriage & Death
Birth Records
- Canada, New Brunswick Births, 1801-1921 1,130,755 records
- New Brunswick, Births and Baptisms, 1819-1899 74,928 records
