Category: Newfoundland

Random Island, NL, 249 km2 is the second largest island off the Island of Newfoundland (FOGO ISLAND is larger at 254 km2). Random Island runs 40 km east-west and 14 km north-south, and is situated in a deep western indentation of TRINITY BAY. Random Island. Published Online February 7, 2006 Last Edited January 23, 2014 […]

How far is it from Newfoundland to England? The distance between Newfoundland and England is 2424 miles. How long does it take to get from Newfoundland to England? It takes approximately 11h 36m to get from Newfoundland to England, including transfers. How do you get to Newfoundland from UK? Getting there: Fly direct to St […]

Formerly, Labrador was part of a riding that included part of the Island of Newfoundland. Labrador is divided into four provincial electoral districts in the Newfoundland and Labrador House of Assembly. What was Newfoundland and Labrador called before? Previously called only Newfoundland, the province officially became Newfoundland and Labrador in December 2001, when an amendment […]

The distance between Newfoundland and Norway is 4096 km. How long does it take to get from Newfoundland to Norway? It takes approximately 16h 52m to get from Newfoundland to Norway, including transfers. What country is Newfoundland close to? Newfoundland and Labrador is the most easterly province in Canada, situated in the northeastern region of […]

Reaction to the referendums 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. When did Newfoundland join Canada? 1949Newfoundland and Confederation And the referendums held in […]

Digital Government and Service NL reminds the public that as the winter season approaches, motorists should consider having their winter tires installed before road conditions turn to snow and ice. Those who choose to use studded tires may do so as of Tuesday, November 1, 2022. When can you have studded tires in Newfoundland? – […]

Taxable Products SSBT applies to ready-to-drink beverages (including those dispensed at the point of sale) to which sugar has been added by the manufacturer, including soft drinks and sweetened fruit juice, iced tea, lemonade, and sports or energy drinks. Does the NL sugar tax apply to diet soda? The province’s new tax applies to beverages […]

If you want to find out a company’s VAT identification number, you should contact that company in order to receive this number directly from them. You can also look it up on their website. How do I obtain VAT number? You must get help to apply for a VAT number. An application must be submitted […]

The economy of Newfoundland and Labrador is heavily dependent on natural resources. For centuries the most important economic activity was cod fishing. Farming was a supplementary activity for many fishers, but the poor soil and harsh climate prevented any significant agricultural development. What is the economy of Newfoundland based on? The main industries today are […]

Newfoundland (along with Labrador) is the easternmost province in Canada, and affectionately known by many of its residents as “the rock” since it is an island situated well out in the North Atlantic. Why Newfoundland and Labrador called the Rock? It’s no wonder our popular nickname is “The Rock.” This province boasts fossils and geological […]