Municipal Register of Local Historic Places

Herby (Bert) Corbin Monument

Grand Falls (Grand-Sault), New Brunswick

Monument in memory of Chief Bert Cornin on Broadway Boulevard.

Monument in memory of Chief Bert Cornin on Broadway Boulevard.

Photo: The Valley District Planning Commision

Recognized
2006
By
Local government

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Description

Herby (Bert) Corbin Monument is an engraved granite monument located on Broadway Boulevard, in the last section of the median between Pleasant and Main streets.

Heritage value

Herby (Bert) Corbin Monument is designated a Local Historic Place in recognition of Mr. Corbin's importance to the community.

Herby (Bert) Corbin was the chief of police in Grand Falls from 1939 to 1960. He was shot to death while responding to a domestic disturbance call. Chief Corbin was very much appreciated in the community for his personal and professional involvement. The Grand Falls Police Association erected the granite monument in his honour in the late 1980’s.

SourceTown of Grand Falls, Historic Places file no. 06

Character‑defining elements

The character-defining elements that describe Herby (Bert) Corbin Monument include:

  • granite block that constitutes the body of the monument;
  • photo of Chief Corbin in uniform;
  • engraved inscription under the photo.

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Location

Broadway Boulevard, Grand Falls (Grand-Sault), New Brunswick, E3Z, Canada

47.04563° N, 67.74435° W

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From the Canadian Register of Historic Places, as last updated on December 12, 2025. The register’s text is shown word for word.