Language
The majority of residents in Newfoundland and Labrador speak English.
In Newfoundland and Labrador, there still exists a strong Francophone culture in certain parts of the province, and the French language is spoken in these areas. As well, Inuktitut and Innu-aimun are spoken by the Inuit and Innu people of Labrador.
Even among the majority of English-speaking population, there are many different accents and dialects throughout Newfoundland and Labrador. While you are here in Newfoundland and Labrador, you will most certainly encounter someone who has a very “unique” Newfoundland accent that you may have trouble understanding. Newfoundlanders have a way of speaking that is different from most people in the rest of Canada. Our Newfoundland dialect is part of what makes us proud of who we are and is a big part of our cultural heritage.
Visit the Newfoundland and Labrador Heritage site to learn more about language in Newfoundland and Labrador.
To look up other Newfoundland words and phrases, click here.
