The Olympic torch will make its way to New Brunswick today, crossing the Confederation Bridge after spending the weekend on P.E.I. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jonathan Hayward/ file

MONCTON, N.B. - The Olympic torch will make its way to New Brunswick today, crossing the Confederation Bridge after spending the weekend on P.E.I.

The flame will pass through Port Elgin, Cap-Pele and stop in Shediac for a community celebration before moving on to Sackville, Memramcook and Dieppe.

It will then figure prominently in opening ceremonies for the new stadium at University of Moncton.

Moncton Mayor George LeBlanc promises the inaugural event will be "one to remember" with stage entertainment reflecting the city's cultural diversity, as well as a massive fireworks display.

The torch will be carried onto the Olympic Stage by Special Olympian Chris Briggs.