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Campbellton population 7,798 (Statistics Canada, 2001), is one of the eight officially incorporated cities in New Brunswick, Canada. It is situated on the north-central shore of the province along the Restigouche River.

Forestry is the major industry in Campbellton, and the salmon-rich waters of the Restigouche River bring much needed tourists to the city.

Campbellton is well known as a retail and service centre to Restigouche County, and to neighbours in Quebec.

Annual special events include Promotion Plus, in the winter as well as the Festival in late June. Other efforts to increase tourism include an 8.5 metre (27.88 feet) salmon statue made entirely of stainless steel. Restigouche Sam, as the statue was christened, was donated to the city to honour Campbellton's historical connection to the salmon rich Restigouche River. Several murals have also been created to beautify the city.

The New Brunswick Community College - Campbellton campus teaches various trades, including wood-working and secretarial studies.

Campbellton is perfectly situated. It is 4 hours from Moncton, 1 hour from Bathurst, 20 minutes from Dalhousie, 15 minutes to Flatlands, and 3.2 minutes from Mcleods.

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