The Village of Blackville is situated along the banks of the beautiful Main Southwest Miramichi River, where the Bartholomew River flows into the main river. Incorporated as a village in 1966, Blackville has a population of 958 and has had a long history related to forestry and salmon fishing.

Blackville is considered the "Salmon Fishing Capital of the Miramichi".

The village of Blackville is governed by an elected council made up of a mayor and four councillors.  Read more ».