Department of Justice and Public Safety – Fredericton, NB

Protecting New Brunswick Communities

Provincial Headquarters

The Department of Justice and Public Safety operates its headquarters at Marysville Place (20 McGloin Street), a historic government complex in Fredericton. This facility serves as the administrative nerve center for the province’s safety initiatives, overseeing a broad mandate that includes law enforcement, corrections, fire safety, and emergency management. While this specific location is primarily an office for ministry staff and executives rather than a public service counter, it houses the decision-makers responsible for the Police Act, the Corrections Act, and the coordination of the provincial 911 system.

Commercial Vehicle Enforcement

One of the specialized units based here is the National Safety Code and International Registration Plan (IRP) office. This division manages the registration and regulation of commercial trucking fleets operating within and outside New Brunswick. They ensure that heavy vehicles meet strict safety standards and that carriers are properly licensed for inter-jurisdictional travel, playing a vital role in road safety and commerce.

Emergency and Fire Services

The building is home to the Office of the Fire Marshal, which directs fire prevention programs and investigations across the province. Additionally, the New Brunswick Emergency Measures Organization (NB EMO) coordinates preparedness and response efforts for major disasters such as floods and hurricanes from this strategic location. These branches work tirelessly to mitigate risks and ensure a rapid response to threats facing New Brunswickers.

Corrections and Policing Oversight

The department also provides administrative oversight for the province’s correctional facilities and community services, including probation and parole. Staff at Marysville Place develop policies that guide the rehabilitation of offenders and the administration of justice. The Policing Standards branch monitors the performance of municipal police forces and the RCMP, ensuring that law enforcement services are delivered effectively and ethically throughout the province.

• Transport: International Registration Plan for trucking.
• Emergency: EMO and Fire Marshal oversight.
• Justice: Policy development for courts and corrections.
• Security: Regulation of private security and firearms.