The history of Newfoundland and Labrador is the story of people shaped by the sea, where survival, prosperity, and identity have been bound to the waters of the North Atlantic for more than 9,000 years. This maritime heritage encompasses the Indigenous peoples who first navigated these coasts, European explorers who transformed fishing banks into colonial outposts, and generations of outport communities whose entire existence revolved around the daily rhythms of fishing, sealing, and shipbuilding.
Key Takeaway: Newfoundland and Labrador’s maritime heritage rests on three pillars: …