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International Education Newfoundland and Labrador (IENL) is industry association advancing international education in the Province. Since 2012, International Education Newfoundland and Labrador (IENL) has acted informally as the network for communication and activities on behalf of Newfoundland and Labrador’s international education and training sector.

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Living in NL

Food & Dining

Vibrant Food Culture

Restaurant Boom Across NL

Recent years have witnessed an explosion of food culture in Newfoundland and Labrador. New restaurants are popping up across the province, not just in St. John's, but in towns throughout the island.

From traditional fish and game dishes to amazing Indian and Syrian cuisine, every palette will be satisfied.

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International Food Accessibility

Everyone gets homesick sometimes, and the best way to get over it is to get some food that tastes like it does back home.

You will find the greatest variety in St. John's, where you can find restaurants offering food from Syria, Pakistan, India, Mexico, China, Japan and more. Other towns across the province offer international foods also.

Entertainment

Nightlife & Social Scene

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Bars per 10,000 residents

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Bars in St. John's

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Minimum drinking age in NL

Legal Drinking Age: The minimum drinking age in Newfoundland and Labrador is 19 years. Always carry valid government-issued photo ID (passport or driver’s license) when purchasing or consuming alcohol.

What to Expect on a Night Out

Live music is a very popular form of entertainment all across bars in Newfoundland and Labrador. Every night of the week, you will find bars across the province hosting one of many great musicians that call NL home.

Newfoundland and Labrador has the highest concentration of bars per capita in Canada—3.87 bars for every 10,000 residents.

Though you will find some nightclubs scattered across the province, they aren't the most popular venue. If you go out, you will most likely end up in a pub or sit-down bar.

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Craft Brewery Culture

Newfoundland and Labrador have seen a craft brewery renaissance in recent years. There are a number of new breweries and brewpubs that capitalize on local ingredients and flavours.

▸ St. John's: Largest concentration of breweries

▸ Port Rexton Brewing in Port Rexton

▸ Split Rock Brewing in Twillingate

▸ Iron Rock Brewing in Labrador City

Average price: $7.50 per pint of beer

Events & Culture

Festivals and Events Year-Round

Every year there are many festivals happening across the province—you will find the right one for you.

Music Festivals

Folk Festival

Traditional folk music in St. John's

Lawnya Vawnya

Alternative music and arts festival in St. John's

George Street Festival

Annual music festival in St. John's

Salmon Festival

Music and celebration in Grand Falls-Windsor

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Cultural Festivals

Nickel Film Festival

Cinema celebration in St. John's

Comedy at Woody Point

Comedy festival in Woody Point

Rising Tide Theatre

Theatre performances in Trinity

Food and Drink Festivals

Mary’s Harbour Crab Festival

Celebrating fresh crab in Mary’s Harbour, Labrador

Brigus Blueberry Festival

Blueberry celebration in Brigus

BrewSKI Craft Beer Festival

Craft beer festival in Clarenville

Find more events and festivals: Newfoundland and Labrador Tourism
Winter Activities

Winter Sports Across the Province

3 Ski Resorts in Newfoundland and Labrador

Marble Mountain (Corner Brook Area): Atlantic Canada’s premier ski resort with 1,700-foot vertical drop, 39+ runs, and average 16 feet of snowfall annually.
Smokey Mountain (Labrador City): Located 5km from Labrador City with 100% natural snow and the longest ski season in Atlantic Canada.
White Hills (Clarenville): East coast ski destination with 17 runs spread over 55 acres, perfect for students in the Avalon region.

Hockey

An obvious choice—we are in Canada after all! Many amateur leagues available year-round.

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Basketball

Year-round sport with growing popularity. Indoor leagues available all winter, outdoor courts in summer.

Indoor Football

Popular winter sport with many groups of international students and locals in amateur leagues.

Curling

Local sport played year-round. A uniquely Canadian winter activity to try!

Snowmobiling

Popular winter activity. The west coast of Newfoundland and Labrador offer the best conditions.

Cross-Country Skiing & Snowshoeing

Great ways to explore winter landscapes. Trails available throughout the province.

Summer Activities

Summer Sports & Adventures

The summers in Newfoundland and Labrador are full of adventure and excitement.

Mountain Biking

Great increase in popularity in recent years. 328+ trails marked on TrailForks across NL.

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Hiking & Trail Running

Very popular due to the amazing East Coast Trail and trails throughout the province.

Baseball & Softball

Very popular sports. Large number of fields around the province wherever you go.

Cricket

Has a lot of fans in Newfoundland and Labrador. Visit Cricket Newfoundland & Labrador.

Basketball

Year-round sport. Town courts filled with people playing during summer days.

Fishing & Kayaking

Enjoy coastal and inland water activities in stunning natural settings.

Getting Around

Transportation in Newfoundland and Labrador

Important: Newfoundland and Labrador is vast. Many international students sometimes misunderstand just how large our province is. It is important to consider this while looking at your options and deciding where you want to study.

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Airports

Five airports on the island: St. John's, Gander, Deer Lake, Stephenville, and St. Anthony. St. John's is the main international hub. Labrador: Wabush and Happy Valley-Goose Bay airports with regular flights from Halifax and Quebec.

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Taxi Services

Taxi companies throughout Newfoundland and Labrador. Considered the main way of transportation in many towns. Most towns have local taxi services; if they don't, nearby companies will take you where you need to go.

DRL

Bus Service

DRL is the cross-Newfoundland bus service connecting major towns. Public transit available in: St. John's, Mount Pearl, Paradise, and Corner Brook.

Find taxi services: NL Transportation Directory
Healthcare

Medical Care Plan (MCP)

Provincial Healthcare Coverage

MCP is the healthcare coverage provided by the province of Newfoundland and Labrador at no charge to you, but you must apply to receive it and be eligible for it.
Eligibility: International students who received a study permit by Citizenship and Immigration Canada before entering the country and are attending a recognized post-secondary educational institution in Newfoundland and Labrador for a period of at least 12 months might be eligible for this coverage.
Dependents of the student will also be covered under MCP, provided they are living in the province and have relevant documentation to support their application.

MCP Coverage Includes:

▸ Doctor’s visits
▸ Surgical, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
▸ Pre- and post-operative care
▸ Maternal care
▸ Radiology services
▸ Certain in-hospital dental surgeries
Additional Coverage Recommended: Other costs aren’t covered by MCP. Some educational institutions automatically enroll international students in additional insurance; however, this varies from institution to institution. Check with your school about the details of your coverage.