97 Fun and Interesting Facts About Newfoundland and Labrador
Are you looking to learn some interesting facts about Newfoundland and Labrador? If so, we have you covered!
After our epic east coast road trip last summer, we were ready to learn a little more about one of Canada’s most fascinating and underrated provinces. From its unique culture and language to its stunning natural landscapes, there’s so much to discover in this hidden gem of a province.
So, whether you’re planning a trip to Newfoundland and Labrador, or just curious to learn more about this captivating corner of Canada, sit back and get ready to be wowed.
Here are some of the most interesting facts about Newfoundland and Labrador that are sure to leave you amazed. Let’s go!
Official Fun Facts About Newfoundland & Labrador
From population to the capital city to our official tree, many of these fun facts about Newfoundland really surprised us!
1. The province is officially called Newfoundland and Labrador
Once known as just “Newfoundland,” Labrador was officially added to the province’s name in 2001, even though it was a part of the province since 1949. This was to ensure that both the mainland and the island portion of the province were represented.
2. The name Newfoundland was first used by King Henry VII
King Henry VII used the name to describe the land found by John Cabot as “New Found Launde.” Labrador, on the other hand, is named after the Portuguese explorer João Fernandes Lavrador who sailed the coast in 1498-99.
3. Newfoundland has its own time zone
What makes Newfoundland time a little more special, is it is only a 30-minute time zone. This is actually considered rare, as most time zones work on the hour.
This means that when you are visiting Newfoundland, you will be 30 minutes ahead of Atlantic time and 90 minutes ahead of eastern time. This is all pretty reasonable until you decide to head to Labrador!
Labrador does NOT go by Newfoundland time, but instead, follows Atlantic time. This becomes increasingly confusing if, like us, you take the ferry over to Labrador for a couple of hours. We were so confused as to what time we should be following in order to be back on the ferry in time to leave again!
4. Ten cities in Canada have a higher population than all of Newfoundland and Labrador
Although Newfoundland and Labrador is a huge province in terms of land mass, this is not the case when it comes to population. Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Ottawa, Winnipeg, Quebec City, Hamilton, and Kitchener all have a larger population than Newfoundland and Labrador.
5. Newfoundland is not as far from France as you would think
Newfoundland is actually not that far from France. This is because a couple of islands, known as Saint Pierre and Miquelon, that sit only 19 kilometres (12 miles) off the coast of Newfoundland are technically part of France.
The islands are all that remain of what was once New France. If you are in Newfoundland and would like to visit Saint Pierre and Miquelon, you can take a ferry or fly there.
Just keep in mind, you are leaving Canada so you will need a passport!
6. Labrador is home to 71 percent of the province’s area
In terms of landmass, Labrador takes up 71% of the province’s area. With that being said, it is only home to approximately 6% of its population with 521,000 people.
7. St. John’s in Newfoundland is the 19th largest city in Canada
The capital of Newfoundland and Labrador is St. John’s, which is located on the southeastern coast of Newfoundland. St. John’s has a population of 112,000, making it the 19th largest city in Canada.
8. Most of Newfoundland and Labrador’s population lives in the St. John’s area
40% of Newfoundland and Labrador’s population of 205,000 lives in the greater St. John’s area. Even more surprising, is the fact that half of the province’s population lives on the Avalon Peninsula, which is where the capital of St. John’s is located.
9. Ninety-seven percent of people in Newfoundland speak English
With the vast majority of the province’s population speaking English as their first (and often only) language, Newfoundland and Labrador is considered Canada’s most linguistically homogenous province.
10. Newfinese is Canada’s most unique dialect
Newfinese, or Newfoundland English, is the local accent/dialect and is totally unique to Newfoundland and Labrador. The accent is also considerably different from the English spoken in other provinces.
In fact, Newfinese also varies a lot within the province! With strong influences coming from British English, Scottish, Irish, and even a little bit of French, you will often be left wondering if you are in Canada or in Europe!
11. Newfoundlanders are often called Newfies
Newfoundlanders are also colloquially called “Newfies” by other Canadians. However, depending on how the term is used, it is often considered to be an insult or derogatory.
12. Newfoundland and Labrador have an official motto
Quaerite prime regnum Dei, the official motto of Newfoundland and Labrador, is Latin for “Seek ye first the kingdom of God.”
13. Newfoundland and Labrador has the 2nd highest GDP per capita of any province
Newfoundland and Labrador’s Gross Domestic Product is second only to Alberta and similar to that of Saskatchewan.
14. More Newfoundlanders work in the fishing industry than in any other province in Canada
Offshore oil, mining, and tourism are the other biggest industries driving Newfoundland and Labrador’s economy.
15. Newfoundland is nicknamed “The Rock”
Newfoundland is nicknamed “The Rock” while Labrador is nicknamed “The Big Land”.
16. Newfoundland is the newest province in Canada
Only becoming a part of Canada in 1949, Newfoundland is considered the newest province in Canada. And it almost didn’t happen!
Newfoundland became the 10th and final province of Canada after only 52.3% of the province agreed to it in a referendum.
17. Newfoundland’s flag is very symbolic of its roots
The flag of Newfoundland features blue triangles on the left that represent the waters in and around the province, while the red triangles symbolize the hard work of the people, and the yellow triangles represent their confidence.
Although the flag was designed to resemble the Union Jack of England, its design also reflects the patterns found in the traditional pendants of the Beothuk and Innu peoples.
18. Fort McMurray in Alberta is home to a large population of Newfoundlanders
Fort McMurray, Alberta is sometimes called “the 2nd biggest city in Newfoundland.” This is because there is a large population of Newfoundlanders who go there to work in the oil industry.
19. Newfoundland and Labrador is not considered a Maritime Province
Newfoundland and Labrador is actually considered to be a part of Atlantic Canada, along with New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island. However, it is not considered a “Maritime Province” because its history and culture are very different from the other three provinces.
20. Newfoundland and Labrador has the second lowest population of any province
Newfoundland and Labrador may have the second lowest population of any province at 521,000 people (after Prince Edward Island), but it has more than 10 times the population of any of the territories.
21. Newfoundland used to be an independent country
In 1907, Newfoundland was given dominion status by the UK, thus becoming its own country. It remained a dominion until 1949 when it joined the Canadian confederation.
22. Nine percent of people in Newfoundland are indigenous or Métis
This percentage is higher than any province in Atlantic Canada, and 3rd highest of any province in Canada, after Manitoba and Saskatchewan.
23. People from Newfoundland are called Newfoundlanders
People from the island of Newfoundland are called Newfoundlanders, while people from Labrador can also be called Labradorians. The indigenous people who live in Newfoundland and Labrador, however, prefer their own names, such as Innu or Inuit.
24. The oil industry is important to Newfoundland and Labrador’s economy
In 1979, a major oil reserve called Hibernia was discovered off the coast of Newfoundland.
25. In 2004 Newfoundlanders protested over oil money
Between 2004 and 2005, something pretty interesting happened in Newfoundland. All the municipal councils were so fed up with most of their precious oil money going straight to the federal government, that they actually took down their Canadian flags in protest!
But here’s the kicker – they totally came out on top. That’s right, they won the battle and now all of the oil money stays in the province, where it belongs.
Interesting and Fun Facts About Newfoundland & Labrador Geography
Newfoundland really has a rich and varied landscape. From lush forests to rocky shorelines, and everything in between, visitors are often surprised by how incredible Newfoundland’s geography really is.
26. Newfoundland and Labrador is Canada’s most easterly province
Newfoundland and Labrador is the most easterly province in Canada and lies between the 46th and 61st parallels. The island portion is located in the Gulf of St. Lawrence and the larger Labrador portion is attached to the eastern part of the Canadian mainland.
27. Did you know that the Canadian Shield extends all the way to Labrador?
It does! Labrador and its mountains are actually part of the Canadian Shield.
28. Newfoundland and Labrador’s coastline is really long
Newfoundland and Labrador’s coastline is 17,542 km (10,900 miles) long in total. This is actually more than twice the total width of Canada!
29. Newfoundland and Labrador is roughly the same size as California
The province of Newfoundland and Labrador is also about the same size as Paraguay and is actually bigger than the majority of European countries.
30. Newfoundland is where you will find North America’s most easterly point
Cape Spear is home to North America’s most easterly point. When you visit the Cape Spear National Historic Site, you will not only find an interesting monument but Newfoundland’s oldest surviving lighthouse.
31. Newfoundland is the fourth largest island in Canada
Newfoundland is also the largest island that is not in Canada’s north, and the 16th largest island in the world. It is actually larger than Ireland!
32. The island of Newfoundland has its own islands
There are approximately 7000 smaller islands in Newfoundland and Labrador.
33. Newfoundland and Labrador are separated by the Strait of Belle Isle
Newfoundland is an island surrounded by the Gulf of Saint Lawrence and the North Atlantic Ocean. Labrador is a part of the mainland bordering Quebec and the Labrador Sea. You can take a short ferry ride across the Strait of Belle Isle from one part of the province to the other.
34. There is a small island that is shared by Newfoundland and Nunavut
Killiniq Island, which is located at the far northern tip of the Labrador, is shared by Newfoundland and Nunavut.
35. Terra Nova National Park is the easternmost national park in Canada
Located towards the northeastern side of the island, Terra Nova National Park is one of two national parks on the island of Newfoundland. And because of its location, it is actually Canada’s easternmost national park!
36. Newfoundland is the largest Atlantic province
At 405,212 square kilometres (156,500 square miles), Newfoundland and Labrador is the largest Atlantic province. In fact, it is more than three times the total area of the Maritime Provinces (Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island)
37. Newfoundland and Labrador is actually the 4th smallest province in Canada
And if Newfoundland and Labrador were one of the US states, it would rank fourth in size behind Alaska, Texas, and California. The province is also almost one-and-three-quarter times the size of Great Britain.
Interesting and Fun Facts About Newfoundland & Labrador History
Newfoundland has a rich history steeped in culture. From Indigenous beginnings to European settlement, Newfoundland’s museums and cultural centres have incredible exhibitions filled with our storied past.
38. Newfoundland was once a major American military
Newfoundland became a major American military base during WWII. This actually assisted Newfoundland greatly, as it brought prosperity to the people.
39. The first known European presence in North America was in Newfoundland and Labrador
The first known European presence in North America was the Vikings. In 1960, the location of a Viking colony was discovered at L’Anse aux Meadows, located at the very northern tip of the island.
40. L’Anse aux Meadows is the oldest European settlement in the Americas
The settlement, believed to have been founded over 1,000 years ago, was named a Canadian UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1978.
41. Newfoundland’s first inhabitants were the Beothuk
Around the year 0, the Beothuk people migrated from Labrador to Newfoundland Island. It is thought that the Beothuk went extinct after Europeans brought diseases and slaughtered them.
42. Evidence of human inhabitation in Newfoundland and Labrador goes back around 9000 years
Around 2500 years ago, the Dorset people reached northern Labrador, followed later by the Innut and Inuit. And in the 1500s, the Mi’kmaq arrived in Newfoundland.
Today, the province is still home to Inuit and Innu peoples on the far north and east coast of Labrador, and the Mi’kmaq on the island of Newfoundland.
43. Newfoundland was first claimed by the British
In 1583, the British landed at St. John’s and claimed the island for England. Several settlements were built, and Newfoundland became an official British colonial province in 1623.
44. France also tried to colonize Newfoundland
In the late 1600s and early 1700s, France also tried to colonize the island. In 1713 however, France ceded its claims to Britain.
The French fishermen were allowed to continue fishing on the west coast. They were also allowed to keep the islands of St Pierre and Miquelon, which are still owned by France to this day.
45. Newfoundlanders did not want to join Canada’s confederation
When given a chance to join the Canadian Confederation in 1869 and again in 1885, Newfoundland passed.
46. The first Transatlantic signal was sent from Newfoundland
In 1901, the first Transatlantic signal was sent from Signal Hill in Saint John’s to the United Kingdom. In 1898 the Cabot Tower was built at Signal Hill to celebrate the 400th anniversary of the arrival of John Cabot.
47. Newfoundland’s government went bankrupt during the Great Depression
Due to a major decrease in the demand for fish during the Great Depression, the government of Newfoundland actually went bankrupt. This forced Newfoundland to return to being a dependent territory of the UK in 1934.
48. Newfoundland’s cod industry suffered a collapse
In the early 1990s, Newfoundland’s cod industry collapsed due to overfishing. This caused record unemployment and a decrease in Newfoundland’s population, as many people were forced to leave the province in search of work.
Fun Facts About Newfoundland & Labrador Cities and Towns
Newfoundland is filled with incredible cities and towns that are picturesque and fun to explore. But some of them really stand out for their unique reputations! While some places have fun attributes, others are just plain weird to think about!
49. The St. John’s neighbourhood of Quidi Vidi inspired the Group of Seven
Not only is this old-world neighbourhood completely scenic and Instagram-worthy, but it is also one of the oldest fishing villages in North America!
50. Quidi Vidi is home to beer made from icebergs
Aside from being a cute little fishing village, Quidi Vidi is also home to some of the best beer in Newfoundland.
The Quidi Vidi Brewing Company, which was founded in 1996, currently brews eight different beers. The most iconic of these is the Iceberg Beer, which is made with water from pieces of icebergs harvested off the coast of Newfoundland
51. St. John’s is the windiest city in Canada
With 47 days per year of very strong wind and an annual average wind speed of 21.9 km/hr (13.6 mph), St. John’s is definitely the windiest city in Canada.
52. St. John’s is the foggiest city in Canada
St. John’s, the capital city of Newfoundland and Labrador, is considered the foggiest city in Canada. Even with about 121 foggy days per year, it is still an incredibly beautiful city to visit.
53. St. John’s is the continent’s oldest city
John Cabot landed in Newfoundland way back in 1497. This makes St. John’s the oldest city in North America, with it first showing up on maps in the early 1500s.
54. Gander’s population doubled during 9/11
When flights were grounded following the attacks in New York City and Washington DC on 9/11, numerous flights were forced to land at Gander International Airport. With nowhere to go for four days, the “plane people” as they were called by the locals, nearly doubled the town’s population.
55. “The Plane People” from Gander inspired both a book and a Broadway musical
The incredibly beautiful welcome the “Plane People” were given by Gander residents after 9/11 is now the story of the hit Broadway musical “Come From Away.” The book “The Day the World Came to Town: 9/11 in Gander, Newfoundland” is also an incredible account of what happened in Gander during those unprecedented four days.
Fun Facts About Newfoundland & Labrador Nature
Newfoundland is a gorgeous province filled with a multitude of varied landscapes, vistas, and nature. So we would be remiss if we did not have a section of our fun facts about Newfoundland dedicated to nature.
56. The official bird of Newfoundland and Labrador is a Puffin
The provincial bird of Newfoundland and Labrador is the Atlantic puffin. Also known as the Sea Parrot or Baccalieu Bird, about 95% of all North America’s puffins breed in colonies around the Newfoundland and Labrador coasts.
57. The official flower of Newfoundland and Labrador is a Pitcher Plant
In 1954, the pitcher plant was designated as the official flower of Newfoundland and Labrador. Found on bogs and marshes all over the province, this carnivorous plant feeds on insects that get trapped and drown in a pool of water at the base of its tubular leaves.
58. Newfoundland and Labrador’s provincial mineral emblem is Labradorite
Labradorite is found at a number of locations on the coast of Labrador as well as on the Island of Newfoundland. Considered one of the most beautiful and popular of the semi-precious stones, Labradorite is an igneous iridescent crystalline mineral.
In 1975, Labradorite was declared the province’s official mineral and is one of about 20 semi-precious stones found in Newfoundland and Labrador.
59. Newfoundland and Labrador has its own breed of pony
The Newfoundland Pony was bred from stock brought from The British Isles to the Island around 1600. Over the centuries, the Newfoundland Pony has adapted to the unique conditions and climate of the province and is not found anywhere else in the world.
Unfortunately, the Newfoundland Pony is facing extinction due to cross-breeding and neglect. Today, there are only about 150 purebred Newfoundland Ponies left. Several wildlife groups exist in the province that are dedicated to the protection and preservation of this breed, which will hopefully save the ponies from extinction.
60. Newfoundland and Labrador have two obvious choices as their official dogs
The Newfoundland Dog and Labrador Retriever are both the official dogs of the province.
61. Newfoundland and Labrador’s provincial tree is the Black Spruce
The Black Spruce was officially named the provincial tree of Newfoundland and Labrador in May of 1991. This species is the most common tree in the province and can be found all over the island and mainland.
Black Spruce is not only favoured in the pulp and paper industry, but it is also widely used for lumber, wharf piers, and firewood. The Black Spruce tree has also played a prominent role in the lives of Indigenous people and in local folk medicine.
🥢 Fun fact: fast-food chopsticks are often made from Black Spruce.
62. Newfoundland and Labrador has an official game bird
The partridge, or ptarmigan, is the provincial game bird. Both the Willow Ptarmigan and the Rock Ptarmigan are two species which are commonly found throughout the province.
63. Newfoundland and Labrador is home to more than 400 different farms
With the total farm area in Newfoundland and Labrador at 49,425 acres, many people are surprised at just how big of a role farming plays in the province.
65. Newfoundland and Labrador is home to one national park reserve
The province is home to one national park reserve, Akami-Uapishkᵘ-KakKasuak-Mealy Mountains, and it is located in Labrador. The reserve protects an area similar in size to Lebanon and is co-managed by the Innu people.
64. Newfoundland and Labrador is home to 3 National Parks
There are three national parks in the province. Newfoundland Island has two: Gros Morne and Terra Nova, while there is one in Labrador: Torngat Mountains.
66. Mount Caubvick is the highest point in Canada
At 1652 m (5420 ft) Mount Caubvick, which is located in the Torngat Mountains, is the highest point in Canada east of the Rockies.
67. There are 32 provincial parks in Newfoundland and Labrador
32 provincial parks may seem like a lot, but it really isn’t when you consider that British Columbia is home to 1000 provincial parks!
68. There are 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Newfoundland and Labrador
There are 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Newfoundland and Labrador. These include Mistaken Point (which preserves Precambrian fossils), Gros Morne (the national park), L’Anse aux Meadows (the Viking settlement), and Red Bay Basque Whaling Station (an underwater archaeological site).
More Fun, Interesting or Just Plain Weird Facts About Newfoundland & Labrador
This is one of my favourite categories in our list of fun facts about Newfoundland! It’s a mash-up of miscellaneous tidbits of cool and sometimes weird information we gathered while researching Newfoundland.
69. Newfoundland has some of the oldest rocks in the world
Newfoundland is home to some of the oldest rocks in the world. In fact, Gros Morne National Park is a popular place for many geologists go to study plate tectonics.
70. Newfoundland is one of the best places to see icebergs in Canada
With approximately 400-800 icebergs per year making it as far south as St. John’s, it’s no wonder the area is known as Iceberg Alley. And in case you are wondering, the best time to see this incredible phenomenon is from early May until late June.
71. Labrador is home to an important hydroelectric plant
Built in the 1960s, Labrador is home to a major hydroelectric generating station at Churchill Falls. The Churchill Falls Generating Station is an underground power station which generates approximately 5,428 MW.
The Churchill Falls Generating Station is the sixteenth largest in the world, and the second-largest in Canada, after the Robert-Bourassa generating station in northwestern Quebec. Most of the energy generated at this facility is being sold to the US.
72. The only known case of Germans landing in North America during WWII was in Labrador
On October 22, 1943, German submarine U-537 landed on Martin Bay, located in northern Labrador, and set up a remote weather station. Once the war was over, the site was forgotten and wasn’t visited again until 1981.
73. Hurricane Fiona was the costliest storm in Atlantic Canada’s History
In 2022, Hurricane Fiona slammed the coast of Newfoundland. The storm produced water surges of 2.7 m (9 ft) and ended up being the worst extreme weather event in Atlantic Canada’s history.
The cost of the damage was estimated at around $660 million.
74. From 2008 on, Newfoundland no longer receives Canada’s equalization payments
Interesting, and true.
75. Argentia, Newfoundland averages 206 days of fog per year
Argentia is a small peninsula perched along the North Atlantic coast of Newfoundland. Because of its location, it experiences some pretty extreme, including a ton of fog throughout the year.
76. Almost everyone pronounces Newfoundland wrong
We get it, Newfoundland is not an easy word to say PROPERLY. The best way to remember the correct pronunciation is by following a simple rhyme: understand Newfoundland.
So NEWFIN-LAND. Consider the word to be two syllables, with the “land” part pronounced like “land,” not “lund”.
77. Newfoundlanders have some interesting sayings
Hubby’s favourite examples of Newfoundland slang include Whaddya at? (How are you?), Yes b’y (to show agreement), or Who knit ya? (who raised you?). We actually heard many people using these saying throughout our time spent in Newfoundland.
78. Many of Newfoundland’s popular sayings are related to fishing
Some of the most popular sayings related to fish and the sea that we hear while in Newfoundland were, “This is a fine kettle of fish” meaning this is a messy situation, or “Let no man steal your lines” meaning you should watch your back and be wary of competition.
79. Newfoundland has some interestingly named towns and locations
When it comes to naming towns and places, Newfoundland seems to have an obsession with, ahem, love. From Conception Bay to Heart’s Desire, Chance Cove, Placentia, Leading Tickles, and even Dildo, it’s not difficult to see a pattern forming!
80. Cod tongues are a delicacy in Newfoundland
Cod tongues, which are actually part of the throat of the fish, are usually battered and fried, served with scrunchions.
81. A popular side dish in Newfoundland is made with pork fat
Scrunchions are small pieces of fried pork fat, usually served as a topping for soups or as a side for cod tongue.
82. Newfoundland has a connection to the Titanic
The Titanic hit an iceberg in 1912, it sank only 600 km (370 mi) southeast of Newfoundland. The Cape Race Marconi wireless station located 155 km south of St. John’s, was the only land-based location that received distress signals from the Titanic.
In fact, it received both the C.Q.D (Come Quick Danger) and later the SOS. Today, you can visit the Myrick Wireless Interpretation Centre located on Cape Race where a small museum with a Titanic exhibit is kept.
83. Both Newfoundland Island and Labrador are roughly triangular in shape
Strangely random, but true.
84. The accents between Waterford, Ireland and St. John’s, Newfoundland are nearly identical
Early European settlers to Newfoundland mostly came from England and especially Ireland. Due to the province’s long history of relative isolation, not only are the cultural traditions of the home islands preserved but so are the accents.
85. Sea shanties are a popular inspiration for music in Newfoundland
Sea shanties, or songs sung by fishermen and workers on boats, are a popular inspiration for Newfoundland music. The music is also strongly influenced by Irish, English, and Scottish folk music.
86. Commercial whaling was a thing in Newfoundland
In 1972, after worldwide bans came into effect, commercial whaling in Newfoundland also came to an end.
87. Newfoundland was once home to the longest narrow-gauge railway system in North America
In 1881, construction began on the Newfoundland Railway. Once the longest narrow-gauge railway system in North America, it was unfortunately closed in 1988.
88. Newfoundland was the origin point of the world’s first transatlantic flight
The first non-stop Transatlantic flight was from Newfoundland to Ireland in 1919.
Fun Facts About Newfoundland & Labrador Landmarks and Attractions
Newfoundland is home to several notable landmarks and attractions. There are a ton of fun facts about Newfoundland tied to these sites, so we chose some of the best ones for this post.
89. Gander International Airport in Newfoundland used to be one of the world’s busiest airports
As the closest point in North America to Europe, Gander International Airport was also considered the halfway point between New York City and London. As a result, many airplanes used to stop in Gander to refuel.
90. Newfoundland is home to the largest university in Atlantic Canada
Founded in 1925, the Memorial University of Newfoundland is the largest university in Atlantic Canada.
91. George Street is home to a LOT of pubs
George Street in Saint John has more pubs per square mile than anywhere else in Canada.
92. Many Newfoundland landscapes were made famous by the Group of Seven
The Group of Seven, an iconic group of Canadian painters based in Ontario, travelled to Newfoundland to paint its landscapes.
Fun Facts about famous people, sporting events, and pop culture From Newfoundland & Labrador
Many people just don’t realize how many famous Canadians were actually born and raised in Newfoundland! From actors to musicians and sports figures to artists, you would be surprised at some of the famous names that call this wonderful island home (or at least did at some point in their life).
93. Some pretty famous Canadians used to call Newfoundland home
Famous people from Newfoundland include TV personality and comedian Rick Mercer, model Shannon Tweed, actress Natasha Henstridge, wrestler Moondog King, politician Seamus O’Regan, and sports announcer Bob Cole.
94. The most famous band from Newfoundland is Great Big Sea
The band was known for their energetic/rock versions of traditional Newfoundland folk songs and sea shanties.
95. Newfoundland and Labrador is home to one of the oldest annual sporting events in North America
The Royal St. John’s Regatta boat racing event is the oldest annual sporting race in North America.
96. Newfoundland and Labrador is the only province not to have a team in the CHL
So although many people in Newfoundland play hockey, with no team in the Canadian Hockey League, it’s probably not the best place to watch a hockey game.
97. A Newfoundland team won the Olympic gold in curling
In 2006, a curling team from Newfoundland won the Olympic gold. This was the first person or team from the province to win an Olympic medal.
Final Thoughts on Our List of Interesting and Fun Facts About Newfoundland & Labrador
And there you have it! We hope that you have enjoyed our list of fun and interesting facts about Newfoundland and Labrador. This province truly has it all – from stunning landscapes and rich culture to quirky and fascinating facts that are sure to leave you wanting more. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveller, this incredible region is a must-see destination that will capture your heart and imagination. So, what are you waiting for? Book your trip, pack your bags, and get ready to experience all the wonders that Newfoundland and Labrador have to offer!
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