Maple Syrup – A Living Tradition in Saint-Quentin and Kedgwick

In early spring, when the snow starts to melt, the days get warmer, and the nights stay cold, a special tradition awakens across northern New Brunswick - maple syrup season.

Did you know Saint-Quentin is called the Maple Capital of Atlantic Canada? That’s not just a nickname - it reflects the heart of a whole community. In the region, dozens of family-run sugar bushes, often passed down through generations, collect maple sap and turn it into golden syrup, crafted with care and pride.

Nearby Kedgwick also shares this deeply rooted tradition. Families gather every spring to maintain their trees, boil the sap, and welcome visitors to enjoy an experience that’s as warm as it is sweet.

Visiting a sugar shack is much more than just a tour.

It’s stepping into the forest and seeing blue tubing winding between the trees. It’s breathing in the sweet smell of boiling sap, watching it transform into syrup, and tasting it warm, fresh, and unforgettable. It’s a moment of connection - to nature, to community, and to the people who keep this tradition alive.

For many Acadians and northern New Brunswickers, maple syrup isn’t just food - it’s identity. It represents craftsmanship, resilience, and the joy of passing something on.

Have you ever seen how maple syrup is made?

Did you know how important our region is to this iconic Canadian tradition? Share your story, or let us know if it’s on your bucket list!

Because here in the north, we don’t just enjoy maple syrup - we live it.