About Newfoundland
Come from Away is a musical based on the events in Newfoundland when the town of Gander took in about 7,000 passengers when planes were rerouted due to 9/11.
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Newfoundland and Labrador is a beautiful and amazing place to live and grow your family and businesses.
Newfoundland and Labrador has so much to offer. From year round outdoor activities like hiking and kayaking to snowboarding and snowmobiling and lots in between. You can experience the closeness of the communities here, where everyone knows each other and life moves at a slower, peaceful pace.
People and Culture
Newfoundlanders and Labradorians are some of the warmest, welcoming and fun loving people you may get to meet. We are naturally creative people, with strong accents to our heritage (have someone take you to the southern shore and you’ll think you’re in Ireland) or amazing story telling skills! You can experience mumming at Christmas time, the Regatta or George Street Festival in late summer or haunted hikes of St. John’s from spring until fall, there is always something to experience.
Education
Newfoundland and Labrador has 2 public school districts, NL Schools for English speakers and Conseil Scolaire Francophone Provincial for French speakers. There are also 5 private schools and 3 Indigenous schools and 3 alternative learning facilities. More information can be found here.
There are also many post-secondary education options available such as Memorial University which is the only university in NL as the largest university in Atlantic Canada, College of the North Atlantic which is the only public college in NL. There are also several private post-secondary training institutions throughout Newfoundland and Labrador and you can view the list here.
Exploring Newfoundland
Newfoundland is a treasure trove of adventure, offering breathtaking landscapes and unique experiences. Explore the rugged beauty of Gros Morne National Park, where towering fjords and dramatic cliffs create a stunning backdrop for hiking and wildlife spotting. Visit L’Anse aux Meadows, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to step back in time and discover the Viking history of North America. For a coastal adventure, take a boat tour through Iceberg Alley, where massive ice formations drift along the shoreline.
If you’re a fan of lighthouses, Lobster Cove Head Lighthouse in Rocky Harbour provides incredible ocean views and a glimpse into Newfoundland’s maritime heritage. In winter, Marble Mountain Ski Resort offers thrilling slopes for skiing and snowboarding. Whether you’re exploring historic sites, hiking scenic trails, or enjoying the warm hospitality of the locals, Newfoundland is a destination filled with unforgettable experiences.
“The first European settlement in North America outside of Greenland was located in at L’Anse aux Meadows”
New home construction
Are you building a new home for the first time or have you experienced the building process before? Javelin Homes Ltd wants you to enjoy this exciting time. Let them handle the stress of the day to day part of the build while you concentrate on the finishes, such as kitchen, lighting and flooring, … the items that will make your home unique to you and your family. They will be your eyes and ears! They will protect your investment like it’s our own.
First time home owners
Navigating the home-buying process can feel overwhelming, especially for first-time buyers.
This is where I come in! I help guide you every step of the way, from figuring out your needs and wants, connecting you to mortgage brokers to figure out your budget, to viewing homes and writing offers, working with your lawyer and handing you the keys when the deal is done. I can do it all and more. My goal is to make one of the biggest milestones in your life just a little easier and stress free.
Newfoundland and Labrador is home to so many different communities, from the bustling capital city of St. John’s to the fishing villages of Twillingate, the historic L’Anse aux Meadows to Red Bay National Historic Site, there will always be somewhere new to experience and a home to fit your needs. Check out some of the community profiles to see and explore our beautiful province.
Newfoundland and Labrador can be broken up into 5 regions, Avalon, Eastern, Central, Western and Labrador. Each of these areas are filled with their own natural beauties and many communities. Travel to Newfoundland is by ferry and plane only, while you can access Labrador via ferry (from Newfoundland), plane and road. These provinces are worth exploring all year round as each season is unique and wonderful to experience.
St. John’s
St. John’s is the capital and largest city of Newfoundland and Labrador and the 20th largest metropolitan city in Canada.
It is the easternmost city in North America (excluding Greenland) and is one of the oldest cities in North America. St. John’s had roles to play in the Seven Years’ War, The American Revolutionary War and the War of 1812, and was also the location where Guglielmo Marconi received the first transatlantic wireless signal.
Conception Bay South
Conception Bay South, often called CBS, is the second largest municipality in Newfoundland and Labrador and comprises nine communities; Topsail, Chamberlains, Manuels, Long Pond, Foxtrap, Kelligrews, Upper Gullies, Seal Cove and Lawrence Pond. Conception Bay is known for its able fishing grounds, the world’s largest tuna was caught off the coast of Long Pond and is on display in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia.
Portugal Cove-St. Philips
Portugal Cove-St. Philips is one of Newfoundland’s oldest communities, with a rich history dating back to early European exploration. Portugal Cove is believed to have been named after Portuguese fishermen who visited the area in the 16th century, while St. Philips was settled in the late 18th century by pioneers like John Squires and Robin Tucker. The town played a significant role in Newfoundland’s fishing industry and was even attacked and burned by the French in 1696.