Category: Newfoundland

What Should I Wear To A Newfoundland In The Winter?

John’s, the following is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack. What to wear/what to pack: Thermal undergarments. Extreme cold weather gloves. Very heavy heated socks. Coveralls/snow pants. Lip balm. Heavy sweaters. Insulated ice boots. What clothes to pack for Newfoundland? What to Pack For Newfoundland Columbia Jacket […]

Is The Labrador Still Part Of Newfoundland?

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. What is the difference between Newfoundland and Labrador? […]

Is Newfoundland One Of The Biggest Islands In The World?

With an area of 108,860 square kilometres (42,031 sq mi), Newfoundland is the world’s 16th-largest island, Canada’s fourth-largest island, and the largest Canadian island outside the North. Is Newfoundland bigger than England? Newfoundland and Labrador would rank fourth in size behind Alaska, Texas and California…if it were one of the United States. It is almost […]

How Do People Travel In Newfoundland?

Communities on islands along Newfoundland’s coast are accessible by automobile via passenger ferries. Remote communities on the province’s south coast and on the coast of Labrador are connected by coastal boats that carry passengers and freight, but not automobiles. Do people vacation in Newfoundland? The reasons to visit Newfoundland are endless, especially if you love […]

What Islands Off The Coast Of Newfoundland Still Belong To France?

Just off the coast of Newfoundland is a collection of islands that are not part of the province. Indeed, they are not even Canada! Saint-Pierre and Miquelon are the last piece of French territory in North America. Does France still own St Pierre and Miquelon? Saint-Pierre and Miquelon is now a self-governing territorial overseas collectivity […]

Are Newfoundlands And Labradors From Canada?

Newfoundland and Labrador is the most easterly province in Canada, situated in the northeastern region of North America. Is the Labrador from Canada? Although the name might suggest Labrador Retrievers came from Labrador, Canada, the breed actually originated in Newfoundland in the 1500s. At the time, small water dogs were bred with Newfoundlands to create […]