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What is the Coat of Arms, and what does it represent?

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The cross is based upon the cross of St. George, but of a different colour. The lions and unicorns are based upon those in the Arms of England, to which the unicorn had been added at the time of the union of England with Scotland.

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What is the provincial flag, and what does it represent?

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In this flag, the primary colours of red, gold and blue are placed against a background of white to allow the design to stand clearly. White is representative of snow and ice; blue represents the sea; red represents human efforts; and gold represents our confidence in ourselves. The blue section, most reminiscent of the Union Jack, represents our Commonwealth heritage which has so decisively shaped our present. The red and gold section, larger than the other, represents our future.

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What is the provincial bird of Newfoundland and Labrador

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The Atlantic Puffin has officially been the provincial bird of Newfoundland and Labrador since 1991. Some people call it the Sea Parrot or Baccalieu Bird. About 95% of all North America's puffins breed in colonies around the coasts of Newfoundland and Labrador.

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What is the provincial flower of Newfoundland and Labrador?

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More than a hundred years ago, Queen Victoria chose the Pitcher Plant to be engraved on a newly minted Newfoundland penny. In 1954, the Newfoundland Cabinet designated this unusual and interesting plant as the official flower of the province. It gets its nourishment from insects that get trapped and drown in a pool of water at the base of the tubular leaves. The flower is wine and green in colour and can be found in bogs and marshland throughout the province.

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What is the provincial tree of Newfoundland and Labrador?

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The Black Spruce was proclaimed the Provincial Tree of Newfoundland and Labrador in May of 1991. This tree is widely distributed and is the most common tree in the province. Although dark bluish-green in colour, it is called the "black" spruce to distinguish it from other types of spruce trees. An evergreen coniferous tree, it is tolerant of nutrient-deficient soils, growing primarily in areas that have poor drainage. In North America, it grows as far north as Alaska and as far south as Massachusetts.

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What are Newfoundland Dogs?

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Essentially the Newfoundland dog is as much at home in the water as on dry land. Canine literature gives us stories of brave Newfoundlands which have rescued men and women from watery graves; stories of shipwrecks made less terrible by dogs that carried life lines to stricken vessels; of children who have fallen into deep water and have been brought safely ashore by Newfoundlands; and of dogs whose work was less spectacular but equally valuable as they helped their fishermen owners with their heavy nets and performed other tasks necessary to their occupations. Although it is a superior water dog, the Newfoundland has been used and still is used in Newfoundland and Labrador as a true working dog, dragging carts, or more often carrying burdens as a pack horse.

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What is a Newfoundland Pony?

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The Newfoundland Pony was probably developed from stock brought to the Island around 1600 from England or Europe. Over the centuries it has adapted to the conditions and climate of Newfoundland and is virtually unknown elsewhere. Its colour can be bay, black, brown or red with black forelocks, manes and tails. They have solid black lower legs up to the hock on the hind leg and to the knee on the front. Black also runs up the inside of the legs to the body. Some have a black dorsal stripe. Their hooves are blue black with a very hard outer horn. They weigh an average of 500 to 1000 lbs. and stand approximately 14.2 hands (58") high.

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What is the origin of the word Newfoundland?

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After John Cabot returned from Newfoundland in 1497, King Henry VII rewarded him with a pension of 10 pounds. This was written into the daybook of the King's payments as "Item to hym that founde the new Isle - x li" [x li = 10 pounds]. After subsequent voyages by other explorers, the royal records referred to the "new isle" as "the new Ilande," or "the new Ile" until September 1502 when these descriptive names were replaced with the words "the new founde land" and "the newe founde launde." Thus, the word "Newfoundland" originates directly from the royal daybook of Henry VII.

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Who discovered Newfoundland and when?

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Aboriginal people first discovered Newfoundland thousands of years ago, but there is no individual associated with their discovery of Newfoundland.

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What is the provincial motto of Newfoundland and Labrador?

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The provincial motto is “Quaerite prime regnum dei” which means Seek ye first the kingdom of God.

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What is the geographical size of Newfoundland and Labrador?

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Newfoundland and Labrador’s total land area is 405, 720 km2. Newfoundland and Labrador together are almost one and three quarters the size of Great Britain. The province would rank fourth in size behind Alaska, Texas and California, if it were one of the United States. It is the 16th largest island in the world.

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What is the population of Newfoundland and Labrador?

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Newfoundland and Labrador’s provincial population is 514, 409 (as of January 2006).

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What is the capital city of Newfoundland and Labrador?

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Newfoundland and Labrador’s capital is St. John’s, which is one of the oldest cities in North America.

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Where is Newfoundland and Labrador located?

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The island of Newfoundland is located in the Gulf of St. Lawrence and the larger Labrador portion is on the eastern part of the Canadian mainland. It is Canada’s most easterly province.

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What are the time zones of Newfoundland and Labrador?

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Newfoundland has its own time zone referred to as “Newfoundland Time”. It is 3.5 hours behind Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). Unique to the core, Newfoundland is one of two places in the world within a split time zone.

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What is the spoken language of Newfoundland and Labrador?

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The predominant and official language of Newfoundland and Labrador is English, although there are many varieties and dialects spoken in the province. There is also a small, indigenous French population.

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What type of currency is used in Newfoundland and Labrador?

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Canada’s currency is the Canadian Dollar. There are “Cirrus” enabled automated bank machines available throughout Newfoundland and Labrador, and several within Corner Brook, Deer Lake and Pasadena.

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What type of voltage is used in Newfoundland and Labrador?

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Canada uses plug types A and B with 120 Volts and 60 Hertz. Traditional adaptor kits can be used to convert most electrical appliances.

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What type of climate should I expect while visiting Humber Valley Resort?

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Western Newfoundland has a temperate climate with a summer average of 24°C (75°F) and a winter average of -5°C (23°F). Rainfall is moderate and while the spring season is shortened by a longer winter, the fall season is also elongated beginning in mid-September and stretching through November.

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Would I be able to claim a refund on the harmonized sales tax I paid during my stay in Newfoundland and Labrador?

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Non resident visitors who wish to claim a refund of the harmonized sales tax (HST) which they paid on eligible goods must provide proof that they exported their goods from Canada. This is referred to as Proof of Export. For further details please contact the Visitor Rebate Program at 1-800-668-4748 (within Canada) or 902-432-5608 (outside Canada).

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During my stay at Humber Valley Resort would I have access to any medical facilities?

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Medical facilities are located in the city of Corner Brook, approximately 15 kilometers (9 miles) from Humber Valley. The resort is connected to Corner Brook by a modern four-lane highway. Corner Brook serves as the regional centre for western Newfoundland and contains Canadian standard health care facilities. The nearest pharmacy is located in the town of Pasadena, approximately five kilometers from Humber Valley Resort.