From the arrival of Europeans until the 20th century, Newfoundland was valued mainly for its rich marine resources, especially cod.

The cod fishery continued to dominate the Newfoundland and Labrador economy during the period of naval government despite dramatic changes.

The 'fishing admiral' was a label assigned to the first ship captain who entered the harbour at the start of the fishing season.

An article on the Newfoundland Fishing Admirals and the Law up to 1729.

Agreement between the Governments of the United Kingdom and the United States of America relating to the Bases Leased to the United States of America

An article on the royal navy in Newfoundland in the Early 18th Century.

Irish migrations began in the late-17th century and peaked in the early 19th century, when up to 35,000 Irish arrived on the island.

The Irish migrations to Newfoundland, and the associated provisions trade, represent the oldest connections between Ireland and Canada.

The cod fishery and its mercantile activities greatly influenced Irish settlement patterns in Newfoundland and Labrador.

About Methodism in Newfoundland, from arrival, to expansion, to consolidation with the United Church of Canada.

Newfoundland experienced three types of migration from the English West Country: seasonal, temporary and permanent.

About the population of Newfoundland during the 17th and 18th centuries.

A broad look at religion in Newfoundland and Labrador throughout the centuries.

Mercantile and agricultural activities influenced the settlement patterns of Scottish immigrants to Newfoundland and Labrador during the 19th century.

The major Scottish migrations to Newfoundland and Labrador occurred in the 19th century and involved two unrelated phases.

The initial establishment of a British population in Newfoundland can be traced to the English colonizing schemes in the early 17th century.