Not just a trim: A new barbershop brings Indigenous flair to Sitansisk cuts

A new Indigenous owned barbershop has opened in Fredericton, bringing Indigenous values to each haircut.

Two Nations Barber Shop likes to bring ceremony to appointments

· Posted: Aug 20, 2026 5:00 AM EDT | Last Updated: 2 hours ago

Listen to this article

Estimated 4 minutes

The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results.

A man dressed in black is standing to the left of a man sitting in a barber chair. The man in black is shaving the other man's beard. Behind them is a long mirror and a black cart with hair tools and bottles. Nick Paul Jr., owner of Two Nations Barber Shop, has been cutting hair in Fredericton for more than five years. (Laura Flight/CBC)

The buzz of this barbershop is about more than a simple cut. It focuses on community care and connection.

Two Nations Barber Shop is Fredericton’s newest barbershop, located right in Sitansisk First Nation.

And for Nick Paul Jr., the Wolastoqey owner, being a barber is about bonding with people.

“In my experience being Indigenous, community is a big thing,” Paul Jr. said. “So, with my shop I wanted it to be a place where people could come and connect to build the community and have a sense of belonging.”

A man dressed in black stands next to a black barber char with his hand on the back. Behind him is a long mirror and a black cart with hair tools and bottles. Nick Paul Jr. opened Two Nations Barber Shop last month. He’s the only barber but hopes to expand soon. (Laura Flight/CBC)