Newfoundland & Labrador
Newfoundland and Labrador is the gateway between Europe and North America. You will find Newfoundland and Labrador on the northeast corner of North America. Newfoundland is the island portion of the province; Labrador is the mainland portion, bordering the Province of Quebec. The Province is Canada’s most easterly, with a population of 550,000 people. Newfoundland and Labrador covers an area of 405,212 km² (373,872 km² of land and 31,340 km² of water). Newfoundland and Labrador is renowned for its pristinely preserved architectural landmarks that map the province’s history. In each community that you visit, you will be welcomed with friendliness and hospitality.
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In 1949, Newfoundland and Labrador joint as tenth and latest province of Canada the Confederation (1 July 1867) from the provinces, colonies and territories of British North America.. Geographically, the province consists of the island of Newfoundland and the mainland Labrador, on Canada’s Atlantic coast.
While the name “Newfoundland” is derived from English as “New Found Land” (a translation from the Latin Terra Nova), Labrador comes from the Portuguese lavrador, a title meaning “landholder” held by Portuguese explorer of the region, João Fernandes Lavrador.
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Climate: The island of Newfoundland has a temperate marine climate. Winters are usually mild with a normal temperature of 0 degrees Celsius. Summer days range from cool to hot, with a normal temperature of 16 degrees Celsius. Good swimming weather generally begins at the end of June. The normal annual rainfall is 1050 mm, and the normal snowfall is 300 cm. Labrador winters are much colder than those on the island. While summers are shorter and generally cooler, extreme high temperatures are not uncommon in Labrador. >> the weather today. http://www.weatheroffice.gc.ca/forecast/canada/index_e.html?id=NF
Language: The official language in Newfoundland and Labrador is English. French ranks second followed by dialects of the Irish language. Furthermore, Labrador has its own dialects of Innu-aimun and Inuktitut.
Education: The school system in Newfoundland and Labrador is known for its innovative programs, especially in the areas of outdoor and environmental education, the arts, and educational partnerships. Emphasis is placed on integrating school and community life, and providing opportunities for students to link with the larger global community.
Schools offer a provincially- approved curriculum along with exciting extra-curricular programs. School buildings are modern facilities, each with a library, technology centre, science laboratories, gymnasium, and well-equipped classrooms. Teaching staff are highly-qualified, and committed to student achievement.
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