Newfoundland Heritage Web Site

Aviation: The Pioneer Period

Newfoundland has played an important role in the development of long-distance air travel.
The Election Riots of 1861

The election riots of 1861 were confusing and violent riots that were caused by people trying to prevent one another from voting.
The "New Industries"

German firms established thirteen of the sixteen manufacturing plants created in Newfoundland during the 1950s due to Alfred Valdmanis' business contacts.
Social Changes, 1815-1832

Newfoundland and Labrador society became increasingly complex during the reform era.
19th Century Health Care

Few health-care services existed in Newfoundland and Labrador at the start of the 19th century.