Simple Steps to Be Home-Safe this Fire Season By Todd Hollett The risk of wildfire is ever-increasing in Canada, and that spells danger for many communities. We need to take steps to protect our homes and properties from wildland fires. Newfoundland and Labrador has no shortage of forested land, with many communities encroaching further into…
By Nicola Ryan Ever wonder what makes a dory different from a punt? Or why sailors delight in a red sky? How long has Purity been making cookies, or what exactly is a ‘jib’ and why does it ‘draw’? There are stories woven into everyday things in Newfoundland and Labrador – its history, its traditions,…
A brief history of the only 30-minute time zone in North America By Nicola Ryan Newfoundland Time. Ah, that quirky half-hour that puts us slightly out of sync with the rest of the continent. Around here, we pride ourselves on being different, even if that makes things slightly awkward for ourselves and others. Our special…
