City Government

The City of Fredericton delivers more than 70 programs and services that support residents, businesses, and the community every day.

Mayor and Council set the City’s strategic direction and policy, while City staff manage the day‑to‑day operations of the municipality. Public engagement is an important part of municipal governance and residents can discover opportunities to help shape the future of Fredericton on Engage Fredericton the City’s public engagement platform. 

Residents can expect openness and transparency in how decisions are made and how the City is run. In this section, you’ll find information on City government topics such as the municipal budget, by‑laws, Mayor and Council, committees, planning and development, permits, awards and grants, plans and processes, and career opportunities with the City.