Info on Bathurst, NB

[abmom]

I'm looking for info on the city of Bathurst. I don't know anything about it. What is the population? Economy? Standard of living cost? Expensive for a young family? Weather/temp conditions? Etc. I appreciate any info!
Thanks.

 

[TenPenny]

Let's see.

Economy is in the toilet.
Cost of living is reasonably low.
You will not find a doctor there.
The hospital sucks.
Winters are cold with lots of snow, good for snowmobiling.
Shopping is limited, but Moncton is only a couple of hours away.
The schools are okay, but nothing special.

 

[abmom]

Well

That doesn't sound very appealing. LOL.

Wages (skilled trade jobs) are pretty low? The cold winters is umm...something I'm trying to get away from.

 

[TenPenny]

That doesn't sound very appealing. LOL.

Wages (skilled trade jobs) are pretty low? The cold winters is umm...something I'm trying to get away from.

Skilled trades are probably so-so, but with the pulp mill gone, and the mines supposed to last another 5years, it's not the best place for long term employment.

If it's a trade you're talking, Saint John would be better. Especially in about 5 yrs, when the new refinery starts construction. The LNG terminal is under construction now.

What trade are you specifically talking about?