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Regional Information

The island province of Newfoundland lies on the edge of North America. Its rugged coast and local whales are the first to see the day dawn on the province's icebergs. Newfoundland is marked by substantial history, culture and the genuine people of its quiet coastal villages and bustling capital. Its islands are expansive with treed and hilly terrain.



Newfoundland, Canada

Map of Newfoundland, Canada




Regional Statistics for Canada


Location:
The island of Newfoundland is the most easterly point in North America, separated from the Labrador Peninsula by the Strait of Belle Isle and from Cape Breton Island by the Cabot Strait
Population:
514,409
Languages:
English
Capital:
St. John's
Currency:
Canadian dollar
Climate:
Maritime in climate, foggy with rain, cool winters, with shorter springs and cooler summers (by Canadian standards).
Temperature Range:
-7 to +25
Terrain:
An island bounded by the Atlantic, with uplands, lowlands, highlands, icebergs, rivers, glacially formed lakes, and forest
Natural Hazards:
Winter cyclones, freezing rain

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