Designations

Newfoundland and Labrador's exceptional people from the past, unique places, outstanding historic events, and cultural traditions and practices are commemorated following a rigourous application and review process. New designations are announced by the Minister of Tourism, Culture and Recreation every year.

More about how to designate something for commemoration...

More about the Provincial Historic Commemorations Program...

To find out what Newfoundland and Labrador people, places and events the Government of Canada has recognized, go to the Directory of Designations of National Historic Significance of Canada

Designations under the Provincial Historic Commemorations Program

Kelly Russell, Tradition Bearer (2010)

Dildo Island, Place of Provincial Significance (2010)

1929 Tsunami, Event of Provincial Significance (2010)

Founding of the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary, Event of Provincial Significance (2010)

Rescue at Sea and Heroism associated with such Events, Distinctive Cultural Tradition or Practice (2010)

The Bonne Bay Cottage Hospital, Place of Provincial Significance (2011)

The Cultural Landscape that includes The Beaches and the Bloody Bay Cove Quarry, Place of Provincial Significance (2011)

The U-Boat Attacks on the Bell Island Ore Ships in 1942, Event of Provincial Significance (2011)

Mummering, Distinctive Cultural Tradition or Practice (2011)

Edward (Ted) Russell, Person of Provincial Significance (2011)

 

■ Exceptional People from the Past ■ Outstanding Historic Events ■ Unique Places ■ Distinctive Cultural Traditions & Practices ■ Tradition Bearers