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10/05/2026

Tourism Connect NL is coming to Western Newfoundland!

Ready to connect, learn and shape the future of tourism in our region? Join Hospitality Newfoundland and Labrador for a full day of industry insights, practical tools and meaningful connections.

Tourism operators, community leaders and industry partners are invited to attend one of two regional sessions:

📍 Rocky Harbour
Wednesday, October 14 | 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Ocean View Hotel

📍 Corner Brook
Thursday, October 15 | 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Glynmill Inn

What’s on the agenda?
• Workforce strategies and solutions
• Digital tools & responsible AI
• Regional tourism priorities
• Funding opportunities
• Industry supports and resources
• Opportunities to connect with industry partners

Plus, enjoy lunch and visit the Connection Hub to connect directly with Hospitality Newfoundland and Labrador and participating partners.

Whether you’re looking for new ideas, resources, funding opportunities or connections, there’s something here for every tourism professional.

👉 Learn more and register for the session nearest you:
https://hnl.ca/tourism-connect-nl/

10/05/2026

🍽️ Western Newfoundland Restaurants: Be Our Guest This November!

Join restaurants across four regions for Be Our Guest, a province-wide dining campaign running November 1–30. Showcase your culinary creativity, attract more diners and benefit from regional promotion and ready-to-use marketing content.

Applications close Tuesday, October 13.

👉 Learn more: https://www.gowesternnewfoundland.com/post/beourguest

👉 Apply now: https://forms.gle/uqb5Dm557rMU7pB27

🙌 A big high five to our partners at Destination St. John's, Legendary Coasts of Eastern Newfoundland and Adventure Central Newfoundland for helping bring Be Our Guest to four regions across the province!

10/01/2026

Don’t wait until the trick or treaters are at the door! 🎃🍂

October 31 is the deadline to renew your Tourism Operator Listings for 2027 on www.NewfoundlandLabrador.com. Use the NL Tourism Operator Portal to renew: https://tinyurl.com/ycx8nsu8

Remember that renewals must be completed online annually, regardless of if you make changes or not.

If you need help renewing or creating a new listing, email [email protected] to set up a time to meet, in person or virtually.

📸 Dru Kennedy
📍 Corner Brook Stream Trail

09/24/2026

Welcome to our newest member, Torrent River Salmon Interpretation Centre and Nature Park ! 🐟

Located in Hawke’s Bay, the centre invites visitors to discover the remarkable story of the Torrent River and its successful Atlantic salmon enhancement project.

Visitors can watch Atlantic salmon journey upstream through underwater viewing windows, explore the fishway and take in the beauty of Torrent River Falls. The nearby three-kilometre John Hogan Trail also connects the centre with Torrent River Nature Park.

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Interested in becoming a member? Email Sophia at [email protected].

09/23/2026

A great opportunity for small business owners and entrepreneurs to explore AI and learn how to build an app. Just under a week away! Register below to take part. 👇

Do you want to build a...snowman? No! Of course not! But, you'd probably like to build an App!!
Navigate is pleased to share our next AI Workshop for Small Business Entrepreneurs: Learn how to build an App in one afternoon workshop. Register here: https://mun.jotform.com/262175622924863

09/17/2026

Tourism Connect NL is coming to Western Newfoundland!

Tourism operators, community leaders and industry partners are invited to attend one of two upcoming full-day regional sessions:

📍 Rocky Harbour
Wednesday, October 14
8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Ocean View Hotel

📍 Corner Brook
Thursday, October 15
8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Glynmill Inn

The sessions will explore workforce strategies, digital tools and responsible AI, regional tourism priorities, funding opportunities and industry supports.

The day will also include lunch and a Connection Hub where attendees can connect directly with Hospitality Newfoundland and Labrador and participating partners.

Learn more and register for the session nearest you:
https://hnl.ca/tourism-connect-nl/

09/09/2026

It's Writer Wednesday! 📝

This week, we’re highlighting a new piece from Taryn Eyton of Happiest Outdoors, created following her June visit to Western NL.

Taryn’s guide takes readers on a road trip along Newfoundland’s Great Northern Peninsula, sharing the region’s rugged coastline, hiking trails, icebergs, fascinating history and welcoming communities.

Featured Operators:
Quirpon Lighthouse Inn
Northland Discovery Boat Tours
French Rooms Cultural Center Community Museum & Bread Oven
Great Northern Trail Association Inc.
Grenfell Historical
The Dark Tickle Company
Norstead Viking Village
Boutitou Coffee & Food
Lightkeepers Cafe
The Daily Catch
The Norseman Restaurant
Deer Lake Horizon Hotel
Mayflower Inn & Adventures
Burnt Cape Cabins
Raleigh Rooms & Taylor's Crafts Inc.
Grenfell Heritage Hotel & Suites
The Iceberg Festival

Read “Things to Do on Newfoundland’s Great Northern Peninsula” here:

How to take a road trip on Newfoundland's Great Northern Peninsula: Viking sites, icebergs, whales, hiking, viewpoints, and more.

09/07/2026

That chill in the air can only mean one thing—it’s time to renew your tourism operator listing on NewfoundlandLabrador.com! 🍂🍁

October 31 is the deadline to renew your listing for 2027. Renewals must be completed online each year, even if none of your information has changed.

Renew through the NL Tourism Operator Portal:
https://tinyurl.com/ycx8nsu8

Need help renewing or creating a new listing? Email [email protected] to arrange a meeting.

09/07/2026

Please note that our office will be closed today for Labour Day.