Mandate and Mission

The Department of Wellness, Culture and Sport was created in February 2006, when the Culture and Sport Secretariat joined with the Wellness Branch from the department of Health and Wellness.

The Department of Wellness, Culture and Sport is responsible for policy development and delivery of services related to wellness, community arts development, heritage, sport, recreation, and active living. Its mission is to work with New Brunswickers towards an enriched quality of life.

Mandate by Branch

Improve population health through a provincial wellness strategy which includes increasing physical activity levels, promoting healthy eating, promoting mental fitness and resilience, and promoting tobacco-free living.

Facilitate community cultural development, promote awareness of the arts and artists and support the growth of cultural industries (music, publishing and fine craft).

Promote heritage awareness and protect and preserve heritage resources for future generations.

Provide support and give direction to the growth and development of amateur sport and recreation in New Brunswick.

Support the delivery of community-based wellness, sport and recreation initiatives, through a network of eight regional offices.