I found information about a new plan for public transportation at -
http://www.saintjohntransit.com/index.php?id=4
Saint John Transit, in partnership with the Saint John Parking Commission, is working towards a Commuter Express System which would include Rothesay, Quispamsis, Grand Bay-Westfield, Hampton and St. Martins. While the initial elements are in place for launch in the summer of 2007, the plans for ComX are not yet finalized. A formal proposal request for funding under Bill C-66 has been made and currently awaits approval of government.
I certainly hope that they get the needed funding. The rush hour in Saint John (especially on the Mackay Highway to/from Rothesay, Quispamsis and Hampton) is quite heavy for a city of its size and needs to address. Additionally, such a plan would help make the city more accessible from its suburbs for people without cars.