Rothesay, New Brunswick

own world-class rowing competition—the return grudge match between England’s Newcastle-on- Tyne Crew, and Saint John’s own “Paris Crew”. “The local crew was ahead when one of the English rowers collapsed and later died,” Grant recalls. “His name was James Renforth. That gave the community its name. There’s actually a Canada Post stamp in the crew’s honor.” When Renforth came into the amalgamation of modern Rothesay, it brought with it the beautiful octagonal lighthouse at Renforth Cove, which is now the defining feature of a small park, playground, beach and wharf. “It’s one of the few remaining wharfs on the Kennebecasis River, which is excellent for swimming, boating and ice fishing in the winter,” Grant explains. “It’s also the home of the Renforth Boat Club and Kennebecasis Rowing Club, where the rowing history carries on.” The list of recreational opportunities in Rothesay truly goes on and on. The Rothesay Sitting on a 125-acre campus overlooking the Kennebecasis River, Rothesay Netherwood School is an International Baccalaureate World School and a member of Round Square, a universally recognized and respected foreign exchange program. Founded in 1877 as the result of the merger of Rothesay Collegiate School for boys and Netherwood School for girls, it’s known for its high academic standards, well- rounded co-curricular activities, and nurturing environment that supports each individual student. “We offer wonderful opportunities for education and for riverfront recreation as well,” says Grant. “Rothesay has 15 kilometres of riverfront and a deeply-rooted tradition in watersports.” Just days after Canadian Confederation, Saint John’s rowing team achieved global acclaim by placing first at the International Regatta during the Paris Exposition of 1867, beating out the Tyne crew of Newcastle, England. In 1871, the village of Renforth also gained fame abroad by hosting its