English Harbour West
English Harbour West is a village located on the south west shore of Fortune Bay. It is noted for its bank fishing and inshore fishing.[1] The Way Office was established in 1866 on April 1. The first Way Master was Albert Stirling. In 1891 it became a Post Office town and William Evans was the first Postmaster.[citation needed]
English Harbour West is now a part of the Town of St. Jacques-Coomb's Cove.[2]
Fitzgerald Academy a kindergarten to Level IV school is located in English Harbour West.[3]
References[]
- ^ Stoodley, Allan. "From fertilizer to delicacy: The history of lobster fishing in Fortune Bay". CBC News. Retrieved 25 November 2020.
- ^ "St. Jacques Island Lighthouse". Parks Canada. Retrieved Nov 25, 2020.
- ^ "Fitzgerald Academy". Newfoundland and Labrador English School District. Retrieved 25 November 2020.
Coordinates: 47°27′44″N 55°29′45″W / 47.46222°N 55.49583°W
Categories:
- Populated coastal places in Canada
- Populated places in Newfoundland and Labrador