Is your civic number clearly visible?

We can’t help you if we can’t find you. Seconds can mean the difference between life and death in an emergency. Getting resources where they are needed as quickly as possible is vital. This is especially true when dealing with 911 emergencies. However, without clearly posted civic numbers to guide them, emergency responders can sometimes have difficulty locating the address of a 911 emergency. Make sure that your civic number is posted in front of your home or business, and that it is clearly visible from the road day or night. This will assist police, firefighters and paramedics in being able to locate you as quickly as possible if an emergency should occur. If the civic number is posted directly on your house or place of business ensure that there is sufficient light so it is visible from the roadway at night. Civic numbers are relatively inexpensive and extremely effective.

Please display your civic number properly:

• In a position of high, year-round visibility (consider winter conditions when placing the number);

• On the same side of the road as the building to which the number applies;

• In a color that contrasts with the building, mailbox or signpost to which the number is attached reflective numbers are best;

• At least 1.2 meters ( 4 feet ) off the ground, if placed on a civic number signpost or mailbox. The mailbox should be used only if it is on the same side of the road as your home. If the number is on a signpost, then the post should be placed where the driveway meets the road. Never attach a civic number to road signs, telephone or “hydro” poles;

• In a location that is visible to vehicles travelling in either direction or facing directly where it can be seen from the road;

• In regular numbers (i.e. 42), not words or roman numerals;

• In a size large enough to be seen easily from the road.

• If the number is located on a signpost or a building within 15 meters (49 feet) from the roadway, it should be at least 65 millimeters (2.5 inches) in height;

• If the number is located on a building 15 meters or farther from the roadway, it should be not less than 100 millimeters ( 4 inches ) in height.



Number Plates (Blue Plates):

- Highly visible civic number plates, commonly known as "blue plates", are available at a number of locations throughout the province.

- If you live in a municipality, contact your municipal government.

- If you live outside a municipality, please contact the New Brunswick 9-1-1 Bureau toll free at 1-888-353-4444 or by e-mail at NB9-1-1@gnb.ca to find a supplier near you.