1949. Newfoundland and Labrador, province of Canada composed of the island of Newfoundland and a larger mainland sector, Labrador, to the northwest. It is the newest of Canada’s 10 provinces, having joined the confederation only in 1949; its name was officially changed to Newfoundland and Labrador in 2001. When did Newfoundland and Labrador enter Confederation? […]
Category: Newfoundland
What Is The Difference Between A Pond And A Lake In Newfoundland?
Lakes are normally much deeper than ponds and have a larger surface area. All the water in a pond is in the photic zone, meaning ponds are shallow enough to allow sunlight to reach the bottom. This causes plants (sometimes too many) to grow at the bottom of ponds as well as on their surface. […]
When Did Newfoundland Join Confederation With Canada?
Newfoundland officially joined Canada at midnight, March 31, 1949. At the elections for the Newfoundland House of Assembly two months later, Smallwood’s Liberal Party won and controlled the provincial government until the 1970s. Reactions to Confederation were mixed. What was Newfoundland called before it joined Canada? It was what’s known as a dominion which basically […]
How Many Newfoundland Soldiers Died In The Battle Of The Somme?
The losses were devastating. Of the approximately 800 soldiers of the Newfoundland Regiment who fought that day, only 68 were able to answer roll call following the battle. The regiment suffered 710 casualties — 386 wounded and 324 who were killed, died of their wounds, or missing (presumed dead). How many Newfoundland soldiers died in […]
Why Were The Men Of The 1St Newfoundland Regiment Known As The Blue Puttees?
The Newfoundland Regiment was quickly assembled and hastily trained, with the first recruits sent overseas in October 1914 to become a unit of the British Army. They would become known as the “Blue Puttees” because of the colour of the uniform leggings they wore on their lower legs. What is the significance of the blue […]
Why Was The Newfoundland Railway Built?
The establishment of the Newfoundland Railway was vital to allow the first crossing between Port aux Basques, N.L, and North Sydney, N.S., in 1898. With no island-wide road network in place in Newfoundland, the railway was the only practical way to ship goods and people between Port aux Basques, St. Why was the Canadian railway […]
How Many Canadians And Newfoundlanders Served In The Second World War?
one million Canadians. More than one million Canadians and Newfoundlanders served in uniform, both here at home and around the world. Over 45,000 of our brave men and women in uniform gave their lives and another 55,000 were wounded. How many Canadian and Newfoundland servicemen served in World War II? More than one million Canadians […]
What Is Newfoundland Screech Made Of?
Jamaican rum. Newfoundland Screech rum is made from a blend of imported Jamaican rum, water from Newfoundland, caramel colour and flavouring. The East Coast spirit has been enjoyed by the locals for centuries. What’s in Newfoundland Screech? Indeed, the history of Newfoundland has been described as “a long battle between rum and religion.” Now, screech […]
What Does Come Home Year Mean In Newfoundland?
Come Home 2022 aims to encourage family and friends of Newfoundland and Labrador to come home, remind residents of the wonders here in their own ‘backyard’, complement ongoing work to attract visitors earlier in the season and expand ongoing marketing efforts with vacation travelers. What is come home year in Newfoundland? Come Home 2022 will […]
What Month Is Come Home Year In Newfoundland?
The world is a better place when we all sing together. October 23 – 28. Visit growingthevoicesfestival500.com for details. What is come home year in Newfoundland? Come Home 2022 will encourage former residents of Newfoundland and Labrador now living away to come home, remind residents of the province of the wonders here in their own […]