Category: Newfoundland

The province was divided into 10 different dialect zones and, within each, a pair of communities was selected. Do people in Newfoundland have Irish accents? Newfoundland is the only place outside Europe that has an Irish language name. Thanks to the isolation of this far-flung village – which got roads only in the mid-20th Century […]

Traditions. In their mind’s eye, most Newfoundlanders can see the “kitchen party”: Drinkers and carousers crowd around a woodstove or step dance across the floor, while a few musicians sit in the corner trading songs and tunes. What is a Newfie kitchen party called? Since dinner guests always gravitate toward the kitchen, Newfoundlanders call it […]

Wages General Practitioner (GP) in Canada Community/Area Low ($/year) Median ($/year) Canada 76,759 216,833 Manitoba 104,891 252,974 New Brunswick 87,405 197,899 Newfoundland and Labrador 95,274 200,990 How much does a GP make in NL? This article will list average physician earnings for family medicine and 17 medical and surgical specialties in 10 provinces.By province — […]

Over 500,000 people live in Newfoundland (these people are called Newfoundlanders). What are residents of Newfoundland called? Newfie (also Newf or sometimes Newfy) is a colloquial term used by Canadians for someone who is from Newfoundland. Some Newfoundlanders, consider “Newfie” as a slur used by American and Canadian military forces stationed on the island. What […]

The Great Pyrenees and Newfoundland are two remarkably similar breeds, bred for guarding livestock yet remaining incredibly affectionate with family. Great Pyrs have rounder snouts and ears that sit further back on their heads. Newfoundlands are excellent with strangers, drool plentifully, and bark only occasionally. What two breeds Make a Great Pyrenees? The Great Pyrenees […]

Origin. Genome analysis indicates that Newfoundlands are related to the Irish water spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Curly-Coated Retriever. The Newfoundland was originally bred and used as working dogs for fishermen in Newfoundland. What two dogs make up a Newfoundland? The Newfoundland (and Landseer) are descended from dogs used by fishermen in the Newfoundland and Labrador […]

6 feet long. The Newfoundland Wolf is large white animal that can measured up to 6 feet long and weighed up to 100 pounds. It has a larger skull with a elongated snout. Is the Newfoundland White Wolf still alive? During the autumn and early winter, some wolves would turn white while others remained dark […]

Buying a house in Newfoundland and Labrador Step 1: Determine if you’re ready to buy a house. Step 2: Calculate how much you can afford to buy in Newfoundland and Labrador. Step 3: Save for your Down Payment, Closing Costs & Fee. Step 4: Choose your mortgage rate type and term. Step 5: Get pre-approved […]

Yes. To be eligible for the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) you must have a full-time offer of employment from a Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) employer. Is it hard to live in Newfoundland? The cost of living is much more reasonable than most Canadian cities, and the […]

No evidence of panthers in Newfoundland despite reports, say wildlife officials. Newfoundland and Labrador’s wildlife division says despite reports circulating on social media, there is no evidence that a Newfoundland is roaming near Deer Lake. Are there big cats in Newfoundland? There is no verifiable evidence that cougars exist on the island of Newfoundland, but […]